Operation Septre

Sceptre - delivering major activity across Greater Manchester

Sceptre, the biannual national week of action to tackle knife crime, began on 18 May, with coordinated activity from GMP and partners now well underway across Greater Manchester.

The operation will continue until 24 May, bringing together enforcement, prevention, and community engagement to reduce the harm caused by knives.

How can the Public Help

Members of the public are encouraged to hand in any knives they no longer wish to keep. If a member of the public has an item considered an offensive weapon, this can also be disposed of in the surrender period. Items must be wrapped up and placed in a sealed bag or box. They must not be carried openly at any time. Carrying bladed articles in public without a good reason or lawful authority is an offence. 

Do You know nearest Knife Amnesty bins

*Central Park Police Station Northampton Rd, Manchester M40 5BP 

*Manchester Town Hall Lloyd St, Manchester, M60 2LA

*Longsight Police Station 2 Grindlow St, Manchester M13 0LL

See Map below for all GMP Amnesty Bin Locations