Sadik Khan hosted the Knife Crime Summit, London will have its deadliest year

28 teenagers were killed in 2008, which is currently the worst year on record.

At the summit on Friday, the Mayor of London will meet with Metropolitan Commissioner Dame Cressida Dick, Minister of Crime and Police Kit Malthouse, and parliament leaders from all over the city. They hope to coordinate efforts to address the root causes of violent crime and combat youth homicides.

Sadiq Khan said: “As we enter the summer, London and national partners, including the Metropolitan Police, Probation Service, local authorities, city halls and communities, are working closely to develop a comprehensive plan to address violence and ensure London Young actively participate in holiday activities.

“We put aside any political differences, because it is vital that all relevant authorities and leaders work together to ensure that we do everything we can to reduce violence and ensure the safety of our cities.”

Earlier this week, the Mayor of London announced funding of £800,000 for a program that will provide guidance to young Londoners in student referral units, as well as a summer activity program to keep them away from crime.

Research from the St Giles Trust and the Evening Standard found a close connection between school exclusion and involvement in crime.

Prior to Friday’s violent crime summit, the Minister of Police Kit Malthouse stated that “every young person should grow up and reach their potential” and “every family and community should feel safe.

Mr. Malthaus said: “We are all responsible for taking action, which is why the government is taking action to combat crime drivers, to transfer young people who are at risk of violence or exploitation, to take weapons off the streets, and to quickly bring justice to criminals. .