Coronavirus / COVID-19

Police across West Yorkshire are working hard to keep the public safe amid the ongoing threat from the Coronavirus pandemic.

We are continuing to provide all the essential services you expect from us, while supporting the NHS and other organisations to help keep everyone safe.

Coronavirus restrictions remain in place across the country.

In England :

Coronavirus restrictions - what you can and cannot do*

Only socialise indoors with people you live with or who are in your support bubble
Up to 6 people or 2 households can meet outside (while remaining socially distanced)
Work from home if you can and minimise the number of journeys you make where possible
If you have symptoms get a test and stay at home

Find out more information on the Coronavirus restrictions and what you can and cannot do.

* as of 12th April 2021

12th April - Step 2 of the Government's Spring Roadmap

Some of the rules on what you can and cannot do changed on 12 April. However, many restrictions remain in place. You must not socialise indoors with anyone you do not live with, unless you have formed a support bubble with them, or another exemption applies. You should continue to work from home if you can and minimise the number of journeys you make where possible. You should get a test and follow the stay at home guidance if you have COVID-19 symptoms.

Click here to see what's changed on easing of lockdown, as of 12th April

Click here to see the Government's Spring Roadmap in more detail

Keeping yourself and others safe

You should stay 2 metres apart from anyone who is not in your household or support bubble where possible, or 1 metre with extra precautions in place (such as wearing face coverings) if you cannot stay 2 metres apart.

You should follow the guidance on how to stop the spread of coronavirus at all times, including if you have been vaccinated against Coronavirus / COVID-19.

You should follow this guidance in full to limit the spread of the virus.

Face coverings

You must wear a face covering in many indoor settings, such as shops and places of worship, and on public transport, unless you are exempt. This is the law. Read guidance on face coverings.

Please do not call Police for Coronavirus guidance
Please visit the Gov.uk website for the latest advice and information on Coronavirus
Click here to Report a breach of the Government's Coronavirus (COVID-19) Restrictions

We need your support to help us concentrate our efforts where they are needed most - protecting the vulnerable - so please only call 999 if a crime is in progress or there is a threat to life.

For all other non-emergencies, please report crime online, or share information with us online using our 101 Live Chat facility.

Please help us keep 101 for those who do not have access to the website.

Online contact methods / crime reporting

There are various methods to contact the Police, which can be done from the safety of your own home, including telephone, 101 Live Chat and online reporting.

Our 'report it' section allows you to report minor crimes, hate crime, anti-social behaviour, as well as tracking the progress of a previously reported crime.

Likewise, you can leave a message for an officer, manage lost and found property or a manage a firearms registration.

You can also reach us via the 101 Live Chat facility and there is contact information for the deaf and hard of hearing.

Click here to report a breach of the Government's Coronavirus (COVID-19) Restrictions

Click here to report domestic abuse online

All our contact options can be found at www.westyorkshire.police.uk/contact-us

Also see our Coronavirus 'Ask The Police' Frequently Asked Questions section.

Safe Spaces

During the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic, if you are experiencing domestic abuse you can visit any Boots store and ask to use their consultancy room, where they can provide you information and support. Click here for more information and to find your nearest Boots pharmacy.

Public helpdesks

In line with Government advice around Coronavirus / COVID-19, the majority of West Yorkshire Police's Public Helpdesk facilities remain open for business.

If you need to attend a Public Helpdesk, could we please ask that you observe the 2 metre social distancing rule, wear a face covering / face mask unless exempt, and only attend if absolutely necessary to ensure your safety and that of our staff.

Click here to find more details of the current opening times of your nearest Police station and public helpdesk

Update : 8th January 2021 Leeds Central, Pontefract and Todmorden public helpdesks are temporarily closed.

Other non-essential services

In order to support our front line, there may be some changes to the following non-essential services for the foreseeable future :

Register as an overseas visitor (Foreign National Registration Scheme)
Firearms Licensing
PACT and NPT Community Meetings
All planned Neighbourhood Policing Team community meetings are currently cancelled. To check future events visit the My Neighoubourhood pages to find your local team.

Crime prevention

While the current situation is bringing out the best in many of our communities, we may also see a rise in some specific crimes as a result of the measures brought in to combat Coronavirus:

Other sources of help and advice

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Page last updated 7th April 2021