Businesses have rallied around a community-led pre school in Greetland, Halifax after it was targeted by thieves, stealing vital funds and equipment.

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Halifax Security and H&J Hitchen Electrical and Air Conditioning Contractors decided to team up to provide and install a new intruder alarm system at Sunnybank Pre School, Greetland, after they heard about their break in.

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Thieves hit the centre on Saddleworth Road which operates from Greetland Academy overnight on Tuesday September 23rd and September 24th.

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By Breaking in through a side entrance they stole around £300 which had been raised through fund raising events and a laptop.

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Hugh Hitchen, whose son Albert attends the Greetland pre-school and runs the family firm, said: "When we heard about the break-in and how upset the children were, I decided to give Tom Pearson a call at Halifax Security as we have worked closely with them on several projects. Tom was happy to work with us again to make the pre-school a safe place.

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Soon after the break in the nursery also had damage caused to their conservatory roof but the culprits were disturbed by one of the neighbours.

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Tom Pearson from Halifax Security said: "When we were approached to help following the burglary, we were more than happy to assist. Schools and Children's Centres are a vital part of our community and we will do everything we can to ensure they are secure and protected."