Christmas message from Lanarkshire's Chief Superintendent

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As we approach the end of another extraordinary year for policing, I want to take this opportunity to thank my policing colleagues for their hard work and commitment to keeping Lanarkshire’s communities safe.I see every day how dedicated they are to delivering the quality of service you have come to expect of us and our latest public confidence figures show that more than 80 per cent of you feel safe in your local area.I would like to reflect on the biggest ever policing operation delivered this year - the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android As is so often the case in times of sadness or national challenge, duty requires policing to step forward with compassion and professionalism and officers and staff set aside their personal plans at short notice to give public service.

Lanarkshire’s communities supported them in large numbers and I would like to pay tribute to everyone for their support.This Christmas is similar to last year’s where we are not bound by the restrictions of the pandemic and so our town centres and hospitality venues will be lively and busy.

If you are going out please plan ahead and consider how you are getting home and, if you are drinking, please do so responsibly and respect others who are sharing the same social space as you.Before you