Vince Cable the Liberal Democrat Leader, has used his Christmas message to focus on the issue of knife crime . He has worked with the St Giles Trust to learn more about the gang culture fuelling knife crime that is costing young people their lives.
St Giles Trust is a charity helping people facing severe disadvantage to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. The Trust works directly with those affected, providing education, mentoring and support to fill the void into which gangs otherwise slip.
In the film, Vince discusses the causes of knife crime with Liam, a St Giles Project Co-ordinator. And we hear the incredibly brave voice of Sophie Kafeero whose own son, Derick, was killed last year – now she is campaigning with her local MP, Ed Davey, to take knives off the street.
Vince said: “As we sit down to our Christmas festivities, I hope the film helps to remind us of those who have lost someone; who have an empty chair at their Christmas table. And helping charities like St Giles is one way we can make a difference.”
Its just 4 minutes of your time, so in the spirit of Christmas, please watch and share