Chief Constable Lucy D'Orsi CVO QPM
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Chief Constable of British Transport Police. Don’t report crime here; text @BTP on 61016, call 0800 40 50 40 or in an emergency dial 999.
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For those of you interested in what I have to say on here, you might want to give me a follow on Instagram. I’ll still be tweeting from time to time, but keen to try something a little different… 😜
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Our first EV seemed to be of interest. Thought I would share our second one which will be going on patrol.
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The complexity of the Commissioner’s role is indescribable & tough beyond belief. Critics hover, overlooking the positive. Can’t imagine how Cress feels tonight. We are all people behind the uniform. Thanks Cress for your service, stoicism & your support to policing.
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We are delighted to announce our new ACC Karen Findlay LVO KPM.
A big welcome to Karen, joining us from
@metpoliceuk
in 2024 🎉
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Last Saturday, with an officer from
@metpoliceuk
we remembered
#Yvonnefletcher
by laying 2 roses given to us by
@theroyalparks
. 37 years ago WPC Fletcher went to work but never went home. We must never forget those who lost their lives in the line of duty
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So many views on protest & policing at the moment.
#policing
is a
#joblikenoother
and I am proud of my
@BTP
officers. Could you do this? I am also horrified that anyone including
#twitter
finds it acceptable to use or permit the use of a hashtag of
#killthebill
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Four years ago, eight people were killed, many more injured and the lives of countless others changed forever during the terror attack at London Bridge.
Today, we remember all of those affected by that terrible night.
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Had a fantastic first day today in Birmingham. Travelled on the 0730 train speaking to crew. Enjoyed meeting many of
@BTP
officers PCSOs and Police Staff. They were all enormously proud of what they do and I am really looking forward to working with everyone. 😊
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Many of you will know that as part of the celebration of 100years of
@metpoliceuk
women we wanted to improve maternity full pay for police women nationally to 26weeks. This was supported by
@PoliceChiefs
. Delighted to hear this has been agreed by the
@ukhomeoffice
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Today we should take a moment to remember the 6 people who were murdered in the
#harrods
bombing in 1983. 3 police officers and 3 civilians.
#NeverForget
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Remembering all those affected by the terrible attack at
#ManchesterArena
4 years ago.
22 people lost their lives and so many more are still dealing with the impact of that day. My thoughts are with them.
#WeStandTogether
#Manchester22
🐝💙
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The whole
@England
team can hold their heads up high. I'm disgusted players have been subjected to racism. It has no place in our society in person or online. We all have a responsibility to call it out. If you witness racism, report it to the police and help us drive it out.
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Today I joined other force leaders to remember the 52 people who died and hundreds more who were injured in the terrible terror attacks in London 16 years ago today.
We will remember them and the heroes who showed such bravery while responding to the emergency that awful day.
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Lovely to have a word with you yesterday after the ceremony.… 📸😉
Outside the Abbey, the Chief Constable wanted a word - and a selfie!
Inside, incredibly, I had the honour of being seated between a former private secretary to The King & Queen and the oldest living holder of the Victoria Cross, Keith Payne VC, 89.
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What a great start to the day “The Bill” returns to our TV 😀It influenced me to join
@metpoliceuk
Was always a fan of June. Supt Okaro was a role model and as for Reg
@PFEW_Chair
Lets hope the cast list is as diverse today & it encourages people to join policing.
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National Police Memorial Day tomorrow and I will be joining many colleagues across the country standing outside at 20:00hrs and shining a torch/phone torch to support the police and remember those colleagues who lost their lives in the line of duty.
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These officers were working with me at the weekend. All
@metpoliceuk
dog handlers and between them 208years of policing experience. My thanks to all officers on the policing operation.
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Professionalism in Policing: In Pursuit of Justice | British Transport Police.
Today we have successfully overturned the decision of an independent misconduct panel who let an officer keep his job after being found guilty of gross misconduct.
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Attending Salisbury yesterday I was so impressed with the joint working of all agencies. Humbling to see the commitment of all present dealing with such a complex incident. My thoughts were with those involved in the incident.
@wiltshirepolice
@networkrail
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My thanks to all officers involved in the
#NaTO
policing operation. Particular thanks to the Special Escort Group and those officers who who supported them on mutual aid.
#motorcycles
looked quite something last night.
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@grahamwettone
.
@grahamwettone
Maybe this is the ‘senior policing figure’. If they unveil themselves I can share with them the work my
@BTP
teams do around county lines, suicide prevention, tackling sexual offending, victim care, crime patrols, investigations, community engagement and much more
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So proud to attend the graduation of our new
@BTP
officers today. They were eager to go out on patrol and keep our travelling communities safe. Wishing them a successful and safe future in a
#joblikenoother
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Popped into Gloucester Station today after hearing about one of my officers being assaulted in the course of helping train staff remove abusive passengers.
This kind of behaviour is unacceptable.
Great to meet the team though, and hear about all the good work they’re doing 👍
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Great to c
@SamuelLJackson
celebrating
#100years
of
@metpoliceuk
women with us at
#CaptainMarvel
These officers are our very own superheroes
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Thrilled to give a warm welcome to
@KarenFindlayMPS
who will join us at an exciting time for
@BTP
Karen brings a wealth of experience and knowledge. Really looking forward to working with her.
We are delighted to announce our new ACC Karen Findlay LVO KPM.
A big welcome to Karen, joining us from
@metpoliceuk
in 2024 🎉
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Today I walked past the Yvonne Fletcher memorial which was on my beat as a probationer at
#vinestreet
. I was reminded of an elderly homeless man who regularly placed daffodils here during the spring. We must never forget the
#bravery
of colleagues who paid the ultimate sacrifice.
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To mark the beginning of
#BlackHistoryMonth2020
I took some time out today to reflect on the achievement of Sislin Fay Allen who joined the
@metpoliceuk
in 1968. To me she is a total inspiration and role model. Today is a great day to thank her.
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Our future crimefighters have arrived!
#dog
section critical part of
@metpoliceuk
team
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The Lord Chief Justice has amended Criminal Practice Direction to allow officers to carry
#Taser
in court as part of their operational equipment when attending on a routine basis. My thanks to those involved in achieving this. Check announcements section.
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17 years ago today, 52 people lost their lives
#LondonBombings
today, we remember them and all those who still carry the pain of that awful day…
#7
/7
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Sgt Matiu Ratana went to work to serve and protect the public. He paid the ultimate price. He will he remembered and loved forever and will never be forgotten.
#hero
“The Met is a family. Policing is a family” 💙
Officers across London have today observed a minute silence, as a mark of respect for their fallen friend and colleague. Commissioner led reflections at New Scotland Yard alongside
@MayorOfLondon
@PritiPatel
#NeverForgotten
#Hero
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Today I attended the launch of the
@MetTaskforce
@MPSonthewater
new launch named after a much respected friend and colleague - Tim Ruprecht. He died following a battle against
@ProstateUK
cancer and would want me to remind men to have your checks. My Dad would say the same.
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Decided to pop into Northwick Park on way back from
@BTPMersey
. Caught up with our new recruits. Failed the undercover boss test as they recognised me straight away😉
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Felt
#proud
today visiting my home town of
#Leicester
. Good to catch up with Adam and his colleagues
@BTP
who are doing excellent work particularly supporting vulnerable people suffering from mental ill health. Great working relationship with
@leicspolice
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What a day to be out on patrol at King’s Cross 🌞🥵
Good to meet local officers, the multi-agency team focussed on homelessness, as well as chaplains and trainers.
Also met
@BTPSpecials
including a pilot, radiographer and scientific officer. Thanks for volunteering with us!
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@MatthewParris3
it’s a shame you have a downer on
@MPSonthewater
I was disappointed with your views which don’t reflect the team in any way. Can I suggest we pick you up and you meet them and see their incredible work.
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Well done and very proud of
@metpoliceuk
colleagues today who did a fantastic job with security.
#London
remains open.
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Fitting to be back in
@BTPBhm
today, on my 1yr
@BTP
anniversary. After opening SOIT conference, headed to New St & met great people committed to keeping us safe. Officers, PCSOs, volunteers, PD Freddie & his crew
@BTPDogs
then
@BTPDerbys
for a cuppa with the team
#proud
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My thoughts on Professionalism in policing
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Great to bump into
@BTPScotland
officers Chris & Darren outside Parliament. Good luck on your course.
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It was a tremendous honour for me to attend the UK Police Memorial Dedication Ceremony at
@Nat_Mem_Arb
, to honour those who have dedicated their lives to protecting us.
I was moved by the presence of those who truly understand
#sacrifice
including our
@BTP
PC Wayne Marques GM.
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Couldn’t let
#TheBigHelpOut
go by without a “Special” thanks to
@BTPSpecials
for the thousands of hours you give us to keep the travelling public safe. Learn more here:
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Having just had my
#vaccination
this morning I wanted to take a moment to thank
#volunteers
, vaccinators, medical staff, car park and admin helpers involved in making local centres such a success. The positive welcome and care from start to end was very
#humbling
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This morning I joined BTP officers to complete my Job Related Fitness Test (
#JRFT
) and Personal Safety Training (
#PST
) refreshers.
I enjoyed meeting more new faces from our wider team and am pleased to say that everyone passed the JRFT
#frontline
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Announcement today by policing minister that probationers now eligible to carry
#taser
subject to meeting criteria outlined by the college of policing. Decision rests with Chief Constables now. My thanks to everyone involved in this work to achieve this.
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Great to spend time with Janet and present her with her certificate of service. She joined policing the same year as me. Her first job was making warrant cards
@BTP
. She has been fantastic in HR where she has supported so many people. U will b missed. Enjoy
#retirement
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Today was Mark Rowley’s last day at work. He’s a truly inspirational leader who will be hugely missed. We all wish him well for the future.
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#InternationalWomensDay
#IWD2021
is about remembering the trail blazers of the past, celebrating women of today but importantly inspiring the next generation of police women to have a career where they are valued, developed and inspired.
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Fantastic day out and about in
@BTPLondon
yesterday, speaking with passengers (big and small!) and lovely meeting members of the
#armedforces
whilst “enjoying” the sunshine… 🥵
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#IWD
2018 we were lucky to have this arrangement played for many police
#women
past and present. With the return of “The Bill” I thought it was a good day to share this and once again thank
@ColdstreamBand
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Thrilled that Mark Rowley will be the
@metpoliceuk
Commissioner. An authentic, visionary leader who cares about London’s communities and the Met. Having worked with him through difficult times, his energy and commitment is infectious as is his clarity of what needs to be done.
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35years since the Clapham Junction rail disaster. This morning we remembered those who lost their lives and those who were injured.
We also thought of those who responded to such a terrible incident.
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Delighted to be
@BTPolFed
conference yesterday followed by the
#brilliance
awards
@RailwayMuseum
. Met fantastic officers (retired & serving).
#humbling
examples of bravery, dedication and care to the public. 💯 years celebrated with pride.
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Great to catch up with Romford
@BTP
team. The energy & enthusiasm the team had to ensuring an outstanding service with
@networkrail
to the public was infectious. Good to meet our special Constable & regular officer who were carrying
#taser
& impossible to spot the difference.
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Today, my thoughts are with all those who have lost loved ones from Coronavirus, as we reach a year since the first national lockdown.
My condolences also remain with the family and friends of the dear colleagues our Force sadly lost over the past 12 months.
#DayOfReflection
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Great day yesterday meeting officers and staff in
#Glasgow
. Their knowledge and dedication was really impressive. That afternoon, I managed to fit in a catch up with
@CC_Livingstone
at Tullialan, where I was fortunate enough to meet some eager
@BTP
probationers.
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Despite the cold good to just get out and about today
@BTPStratford
@BTPPaddington
and to Highbury & Islington so could pop into our training centre for a cuppa and catch up. Great to meet lots of kind and committed PCSOs and officers and chat with travellers.
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@leicspolice
Devastating news. Simon was an outstanding leader, dedicated to public service & passionate about protecting communities in Leicester. He cared deeply about everyone. He was kind, fun and a consummate professional. My thoughts are with all who knew and loved him
@leicspolice
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I can’t believe a year has passed since we celebrated a 💯 years of
@metpoliceuk
women. Thank you to all those women in the past and those serving today for everything you have and continue to do. And to the women of the future it is a great place to work....
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I know from personal experience, and from speaking to those who conducted Royal Train duties, of Her Majesty’s warmth and Kindness.
It was truly an honour.
"It was truly an honour to serve Her Majesty as she carried out her duties. Our thoughts are with the Royal Family during this time."
On behalf of British Transport Police, Chief Constable Lucy D'Orsi QPM pays tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II -
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My thanks to all the fabulous people who joined us yesterday to celebrate
#InternationalWomensDay2019
and
#100years
of
@metpoliceuk
women officers and to remember our fallen colleagues
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A privilege to be interviewed by Ruby from
@skynews
FYI for 100years of Met Police Women. Best interviewer of the day 😉
#100YearsStrong
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A great article. Meet the UK's first black female police officer | News UK Video News | Sky News
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Good to meet national colleagues at the
@PoliceChiefs
national operational
#taser
conference. Interesting to see opportunities for VR training & have a go. At least I didn’t fall over the bench. Thanks to
@Lesslethalweaps
and all presenters.
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delighted to accept Woman of Achievement award for
@metpoliceuk
. Humbled by appreciation of what we do from everyone in audience.
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I am grateful for the warm welcome, candour and top humour of
@BTPScotland
officers on my travels across
#Glasgow
,
#Paisley
and
#Kilwinning
as well as
@BTPolFed
. Good to talk about our 61016 text service with passengers - save it in your phones, never know when you might need us.
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A brilliant
#Diwali
celebration at our Camden HQ this afternoon. I was honoured to light the diyas and grateful to the Hindu Police Association and colleagues for their warm & charitable hospitality. I won’t need to eat again for a while…
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Congratulations to the winners at tonight’s Female Police Association award ceremony. Truly exceptional and inspirational people being recognised for their work. A wonderful way to celebrate
#internationalwomensday
#breakthebias
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Brilliant day yesterday visiting our Scientific Support Unit - they’re specialists in securing and examining forensic evidence at crime scenes on the railway🔬
Great to meet staff and see their work first hand - I even bumped into a colleague I went to primary school with!
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My thanks to all my colleagues who worked hard this evening to keep
#London
safe
#joblikenoother
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Happy Sunday from the Graduation of Intake 35
@BTPSpecials
who are essential to our success. They bring unique skills, diverse backgrounds and fresh perspectives. I was proud to meet them and their families. Thanks for volunteering your time with
@BTP
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Wonderful to meet
@BTP
police officers, police staff and
@BTPSpecials
at our long service and good conduct ceremony. All very proud as were their family and friends. Some humbling reflections of the work they have done throughout their careers. Thank you for what you do.
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Some views from the office are just worth sharing
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Aerial view of Parliament Sq. My thanks to everyone involved in policing it today.
#JobLikeNoOther
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#proud
of husband Raffaele as he heads off 2 do last late shift in
#police
@MPSKenChel
with response team after amazing 30year career in Met
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Looking forward to working with everyone on
#NYE
this evening. Really experienced team working together to keep
#LondonNYE
safe and enjoyable for everyone.
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Following
#NeighbourhoodPolicingWeek
it’s fantastic to see a light being shone on the vital work our frontline officers and staff are doing every day. Follow
@btp
to see just some of what our neighbourhood teams are doing.
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I work with some amazing people both in the
@metpoliceuk
and elsewhere. On
#InternationalWomensDay2019
I specifically want to say what a privilege it is to work with so many talented and capable
#women
who are wonderful role models reminding us to dream big and
#Youcandoit
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Thanks to
@BTPWales
for a warm Welsh welcome! 🏴
It was great to meet the officers, along with the information management team and neighbourhood policing team, and hear about the fantastic work they're doing.
Lovely to drop by Bristol and Reading on the journey too.
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@UKPolicePensUtd
@BTP
No. Rightly prioritising helping to save someone’s life. Sometimes it’s not about the look but what you do. What these officers were doing was brave and humbling to those who watched.
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I feel very much part of the BTP family and certainly not still “settling in” - this vid shows who we are. So proud of what has been achieved, but even more excited for what’s to come…
#aforceonthemove
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As we come to the end of
#TransAwarenessWeek
I support all
#trans
&
#genderdiverse
people. I'm personally committed to ensuring that the railway network remains a safe space for everyone to travel; no matter your gender identity.
#WeStandTogether
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Happy
#IWD2020
I would like to take a moment to thank all the men who have supported me over the years family, friends and colleagues.
#HeForShe
has been, and always will be very important in achieving
#EqualforEqual
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Great start to the week with
@BTPMersey
visiting Liverpool & Crewe, encouraging to hear such positivity despite some demanding work. Thanks for the welcome
@BTPRams
Lovely to see PD Dottie again on my travels, I think she’s following me…
@BTPDogs
#thatnose
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