Bee creates a buzz during first visits

An anti-violence monument has been creating a buzz in the borough as part of the early stages of its trailer-based tour around the county.

Hundreds of people have seen the ‘anti-violence bee’ so far as it has been flying into a number of schools, towns and events across the county. This has included stops in both Long Eaton and Ilkeston.

The monument represents a firm stance against all forms of violence and the visit is set to highlight the force’s dedication to preventing, and talking about, acts of violence.

On the tour, police officers are on hand to give advice, answer any questions and talk to visitors. The aim is to prevent violence, whatever its form, through a dedicated campaign which seeks to spread the anti-violence message across Derbyshire and beyond. It is hoped the bee will also get people thinking and talking about the issues affecting their communities and what they can do if they have concerns.

It is already having a significant impact, with visitors sharing images and messages on social media, and many of you getting involved with making knitted or cardboard bees, which are being handed out by officers.

Anyone who visits the bee and picks up one of our knitted or card mascots is encouraged to share their photos and engage on social media, tagging Derbyshire Constabulary and using the hashtag #BeeUnitedAgainstViolence.