In the last twelve months, Cumbria Constabulary has received more than 800 calls from Neighbourhood Watch members and as a result of the information received more than 40 crimes have been detected, and countless more prevented as a result of measures taken by members to protect themselves and their communities.
There are nearly 3,000 registered watch schemes working in Cumbria covering residential premises, business premises and farming communities. Members are actively engaged in community problem solving, identifying local issues, agreeing priorities, and working with partner agencies to find solutions, and improve the quality of life for all members of that community.
As part of National Neighbourhood Watch Week (15-21 June) which aims to give communities even more tools to protect themselves from criminals, events are being held throughout the county to raise awareness of and celebrate the successes of Neighbourhood Watch.
Dr John Perkins, Chair of Cumbria Neighbourhood Watch Association, said: “Neighbourhood Watch is about bringing communities together to help improve the quality of life for local people. Together we can improve facilities and increase the community’s impact on local decision making. It involves members of the community working closely with local Neighbourhood Policing Teams and other agencies to identify and agree local priorities. I would encourage anyone interested in playing a more active in their local community to join their local Neighbourhood Watch Scheme.”
Chief Inspector Steve Halliday, of Cumbria Constabulary’s Partnerships Unit, said: “We work closely with Neighbourhood Watch Teams across the county to tackle the issues that matter most to our local communities. The experience and knowledge they bring is invaluable and I would like to thank all the volunteers and members for their hard work and continued support in helping us to ensure Cumbria remains a safe and strong county.”
To find out more about planned events in your area, or to join your local NHW Team contact your local Neighbourhood Policing Team by calling 0845 33 00 247. For those with internet access, this can be done through the Constabulary website at http://www.cumbria.police.uk/thewaywework_5213.htm
There are nearly 3,000 registered watch schemes working in Cumbria covering residential premises, business premises and farming communities. Members are actively engaged in community problem solving, identifying local issues, agreeing priorities, and working with partner agencies to find solutions, and improve the quality of life for all members of that community.
As part of National Neighbourhood Watch Week (15-21 June) which aims to give communities even more tools to protect themselves from criminals, events are being held throughout the county to raise awareness of and celebrate the successes of Neighbourhood Watch.
Dr John Perkins, Chair of Cumbria Neighbourhood Watch Association, said: “Neighbourhood Watch is about bringing communities together to help improve the quality of life for local people. Together we can improve facilities and increase the community’s impact on local decision making. It involves members of the community working closely with local Neighbourhood Policing Teams and other agencies to identify and agree local priorities. I would encourage anyone interested in playing a more active in their local community to join their local Neighbourhood Watch Scheme.”
Chief Inspector Steve Halliday, of Cumbria Constabulary’s Partnerships Unit, said: “We work closely with Neighbourhood Watch Teams across the county to tackle the issues that matter most to our local communities. The experience and knowledge they bring is invaluable and I would like to thank all the volunteers and members for their hard work and continued support in helping us to ensure Cumbria remains a safe and strong county.”
To find out more about planned events in your area, or to join your local NHW Team contact your local Neighbourhood Policing Team by calling 0845 33 00 247. For those with internet access, this can be done through the Constabulary website at http://www.cumbria.police.uk/thewaywework_5213.htm
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