25 Feb 2010 by Naomi_M No Comments

The Metropolitan Police have joined Twitter as the newest way to stay in touch with local communities and communicate the message that they are helping to reduce crime in people’s local areas.

By following your local police department, you are able to see operational updates on the policing of events, information from the emergency services in your local area, as well as crime prevention advice.

I am following Hampshire Police, and I have to say, I find it really interesting getting updates from court, and local arrests and think the scheme does work really well.

It allows for us to comment on their work, and continue to remain in contact with them through their feed.

This is particularly good for people on the move, as you can remain updated with instant information through twitter, at a local level, straight to you.

The service has certainly started well, with a great response from the communities it is communicating with, and other areas soon to join.

I certainly hope that the police keep up with social media, and keep on the tweet.