ALL the stops are being pulled out to make Stratford town centre a safer place.
Warwickshire Police and Crime Commissioner Philip Seccombe hit the beat as part of Safer Streets Summer.
He got to see first hand how the initiative is having an impact on local community concerns.
It is one of seven town centre locations across Warwickshire benefitting from focussed efforts to reduce anti-social behaviour, serious violence and retail crime.
Each location sees a wide range of partners working collaboratively to deliver visible patrols and proactive engagements with businesses, residents and visitors to address these issues.
The scheme is being co-ordinated locally by the Warwickshire Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner and is part of the Home Office’s national campaign which runs until the end of September.
Mr Seccombe, said: “Enhancing neighbourhood policing is a key priority within my Police and Crime Plan, so I am thrilled to see first-hand the benefits our town centres get from neighbourhood officers and partner agencies being out on patrol to tackle and prevent local issues.
“I frequently hear from communities about the impact ASB, retail crime and violence have, so it is welcoming to see a renewed effort to addressing the concerns that matter most to residents. The proactive patrols and active engagement with our communities will provide visibility and reassurance to help make Warwickshire a safe place for all.”
Stratford Safer Neighbourhood Inspector Jake Kibblewhite continued: “We’re very proud of our Safer Neighbourhood Team in Stratford and the efforts they are making to curb antisocial behaviour and crime in the town. They’re doing a great job of linking in with local partners including the Business Improvement District, Stratford District Council, and a variety of other agencies provide the best possible service for residents, and they go out of their way to make themselves available for anyone in Stratford with concerns.
“If you want to keep up with the team, I would greatly encourage you to follow them through Warwickshire Connected or on their perennially popular Facebook page.”
Warwickshire County Council’s community safety spokesperson Coun Dale Bridgewater added: “Keeping town centre streets safe is critical to the quality of life of local residents and the local economy. It is a hugely important task and one that takes the efforts and expertise of a range of agencies. I’m pleased to see the County Council playing its part.”
