CUMBRIA Police officers in the Copeland area have been increasing foot patrols in and around Whitehaven

This is being done as part of a new campaign to protect women and girls against violence. 

A spokesperson from Cumbria Police said: "Officers from Copeland neighbourhood Policing Team were out on foot patrol in Whitehaven town centre last night. As part of the Violence against Women and Girls campaign."

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