GMP launches Android app

Greater Manchester Police has become the first Force in the UK to launch an Android mobile phone app.

The launch follows the iPhone app which was launched in January this year.

The Android version has the exact same features as the iPhone does and uses the phones location to deliver information based on where resident is, such as nearest police station or details about crimes in the area.

People can also use the app to find out who their neighbourhood policing team is, search for community meetings and help the police with wanted and missing people appeals. The app has been developed in-house by GMP staff at no additional cost.

Deputy Chief Constable Ian Hopkins said: “GMP prides itself on being at the forefront of social media and we are always looking at new ways that we can use it to communicate with our communities.

“Our app for iPhones was the first of its kind and received lots of positive feedback from users, with many people asking for an Android version. We listened to them and I’m really excited about today’s launch which will mean even more people will be able to access GMP on the go.

“As with anything new, the app is constantly evolving and we welcome comments from residents about any improvements or additional features they’d like to see in future versions so do please let us know.”

The app is free of charge and Android users can download it from the Google Play store by searching for "Greater Manchester Police". This also applies to the iPhone version on the Apple App store.