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Crime prevention

Alcohol advice and support

This service provides counselling advice and support for people affected by alcohol abuse/dependency.

Bike security

How to keep your bicycle safe and secure

Closed circuit television (CCTV)

Closed circuit television (CCTV) is designed to take measures to prevent and detect street crime such as assault, vehicle theft, drugs ...

Community grants

The Council has various funding streams which offer grants to local voluntary sector and community groups. To find current Council funding opportunities,

Community safety

The crime and disorder reduction strategy which addresses key priorities in relation to crime and disorder, it also provides information about ...

Community Safety Board

The Community Safety Board works to make the Borough safer by providing a communication forum for local groups.

Crime prevention

Providing advice and information on reducing the risk and fear of crime. Advising individuals and businesses on how to protect themselves and ...

Crime prevention in town centres

The council should have a strategic approach to town planning and use which aims to reduce the incidence of crime. This may include the use ...

Dispersal orders

We want people to feel safe in their communities. It is unacceptable for anyone to be afraid to use public spaces, shops or parks because they feel threatened

Drug advice and support

Confidential help and support to people affected by abuse of both illegal drugs and prescribed drugs.

Hate crime

Local authorities are required to log and monitor instances of serious crime directed at a victim for religious or racial reasons.

Neighbourhood watch

A partnership where people come together to make their communities safer. It involves the Police, Community Safety departments of local ...

Report anti-social behaviour

Anti-social behaviour

Social services' support groups

Information and advice about organisations in the local area who may be able to provide support to children and their families.

Street drinking

Police and partner agencies deal with incidents of noise and rowdy behaviour as a result of street drinking.