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Westminster Insight’s timely, biannual County Lines Conference returns on 30th January 2023, back by popular demand.
Experts and practitioners from across police and criminal justice, schools, youth services, social services, health and housing will provide practical insights on how best to disrupt drug supply routes, bring criminals to justice and safeguard victims of child criminal exploitation.
The rising cost of living crisis is being used by organised criminals to exploit those struggling to make ends meet and expand recruitment for County Lines. Keep up to date with the evolving nature of County Lines and understand the latest research into how criminals are adapting their strategies to avoid detection. Gain an insider’s insight into the mechanisms of drug lines and how to provide effective exit strategies.
County Lines Police Force Leads from three different areas will share the latest tactics to effectively detect drug lines, disrupt gang activity and pursue and prosecute offenders. Hear from frontline services working with young people about how to identify exploitation and intervene at an early opportunity to divert young people away from gangs and prevent cuckooing.
A spotlight session will focus on safeguarding looked after children who are disproportionately targeted by County Lines gangs. Take away ideas from a case study of collaboration between health services, local authorities and policeto reduce the supply and demand of drugs to disrupt County Lines.
