Dear Parents/Carers,
The reason I am writing to you is because you may be aware of the recent fatal stabbing of a young father in Smethwick. Unfortunately, the attack was recorded and the clip has been shared widely on various forms of social media. We are extremely thankful that no Holyhead students were involved but some of our students may have received this clip and may have even viewed it online. This is a very disturbing video, and I urge you to be vigilant in relation to your child's online activity. If you know that your child has been affected by this, please do not hesitate to get in touch with a Designated Safeguarding Lead via enquiry@holyheadschool.org.uk or with me, using ddenny@holyheadschool.org.uk directly. The Police have asked members of the public not to watch the video. Having seen it ourselves, we echo this sentiment. Sadly, this incident is accompanied by two other serious incidents in the locality and in the context of growing concerns about increases in the Handsworth crime rate during lockdown. It appears that criminals are taking advantage of the current situation. Please, please keep your children at home and comply with the Government instructions about staying at home. We want everyone in the Holyhead community to remain safe.
Following this, I have been in communication with civic leaders and members of the community who are expressing concerns about compliance with social distancing measures within the Handsworth area. The local streets seem extremely busy.
In summary, our advice is as follows;
Yours faithfully,
Mrs D Denny Mr R Trafford Designated Safeguarding Lead Principal |
Latest News >