Inaugural ACPO Non-ferrous Metals Seminar: 'Stripping the Heart Out of Britain'

Wednesday 8th February 2012 - Kettering Conference Centre, Thurston Drive, Kettering, NN15 6PB

Overview of programme:

As worldwide prices of copper, lead and other non-ferrous metals continue to rise, metal theft has become one of the most serious crimes blighting our communities. It is estimated to be costing the British economy in excess of £800 million per year.

This national forum will provide a platform for all those involved in tackling these crimes to discuss the current issues and formulate a collaborative plan for the future.

The programme for the event is available here - Speakers include:

  • Lord Henley, Minister of State for Crime Prevention and Anti Social Behaviour Reduction, Home Office

  • Paul Crowther, Deputy Chief Constable, British Transport Police

  • Richard Crompton, Chief Constable, Lincolnshire Police - ACPO Lead for Wildlife & Rural Crime

  • Mat Crocker, Head of Illegals and Waste, Environment Agency

  • Ian Hetherington, Director General, British Metal Recycling Association

  • Peter Lowe, Network Services Security, Western Power Distribution 

  • Tony Glover, Energy Networks Association 

  • Dave Cording, Deputy Chief Executive, Crimestoppers

The focus of the event will be on greater collaborative working, increased intelligence and information sharing. 

This event is aimed at an audience of:

  • Law Enforcement Agencies 

  • Local Authorities 

  • Manufacturers 

  • Insurance Industry 

  • Service Providers 

  • Communities 

  • Stakeholders affected by Metal Theft

A booking form is available here - You can return your completed registration forms by:

  • Email: register@cjsevents.co.uk 

  • Fax: 0845 052 9604 

  • Post: Return the completed forms to CJS Event Solutions at the address below 

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