A new mobile version of the Cumbria Police website has been launched, meaning people can access latest crime news, traffic updates and policing information on the move.
The new version of the site is accessible from mobile devices, enables residents to find details about their local officers and upcoming community meetings on the move, and allows them to connect with their Neighbourhood Policing Teams through social networking sites like Twitter and Facebook direct from their mobile phones.
Over the past year, Cumbria Police has seen an increase in the number of people accessing their website using a mobile device, so now, when a person logs on to www.cumbria.police.uk, the site will automatically revert to a mobile version that is specifically designed to be viewed on a device with a small screen.
The launch of the mobile site coincides with the launch of a new online traffic service that is available from the Cumbria Police website homepage, and contains live updates about road closures and delays across the county.
The traffic updates service can be viewed through a mobile device or computer by visiting the homepage of the Constabulary’s website or by going to www.cumbria.police.uk/traffic
Information from Police and the Highways Agency automatically feeds into the webpage, so it offers the most up-to-date traffic information available in Cumbria.
The webpage shows a map of Cumbria featuring small flag symbols that highlight the location of delays or road closures due to weather, collisions, major roadworks or police incidents. By clicking on the flags, you can get further details about the problem, and alter your route accordingly.
The service is updated as incidents happen and the information refreshes every ten minutes.
Deputy Chief Constable Stuart Hyde said: “The mobile website and traffic updates service demonstrate how police in Cumbria are embracing new technology to help us improve our service to the public.
“The mobile site provides yet another avenue to share important information, and offers a simple and cost effective way for the public to engage with local police in Cumbria.
“The police service, by its very nature, has access to a lot of information relating to road traffic collisions and other incidents, and the Traffic Link service lets us share that knowledge with the local community.
“Improving road safety is a top priority for Cumbria Police, and by keeping motorists informed about road closures and delays, we hope to encourage motorists to allow extra time if necessary, or plan a new route, which will help ease congestion around the county and improve road safety in Cumbria.”
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