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Safer, Stronger Neighbourhoods

We recognise that you want more say in the issues the police deal with and how they deal with these issues. We also recognise that if we are going to make your neighbourhood safer and stronger, your help is vital.

In your area you have a dedicated Neighbourhood Team comprising police officers, Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) and Special Constables (volunteers).


Your Neighbourhood Team works closely with council services, key local agencies, volunteers such as Neighbourhood Watches, and the community itself to identify the issues and the best solutions that matter most to you.

This approach is called Partners and Communities Together (PACT) and gives you the chance to meet the team and influence priorities in your neighbourhood.


To find out more about your Neighbourhood Team, read the latest news in your area, or, to get the details of forthcoming meetings, visit the In Your Area pages.


Case studies

A high-rise tower block Adopt a block

Every resident in one high rise estate now has the name and number of the PCSO who has 'adopted' their block.


No drinking zone

Read about how one neighbourhood has tackled the problems associated with street drinkers and beggars.