Agenda item

The Panel considered a report of the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner which set out her Neighbourhood Problem Solving Approach (for copy of report see file of Minutes).

The PCC noted prior to Unitary Local Government for Durham, there had been one Neighbourhood Watch per district, paid for by the Local Authorities, noting she had been in that role at Sedgefield Borough Council. 

She explained as regards local problem-solving approach to be developed through the employment and deployment of Community Safety Champions in 2022/23 and 2023/24 noting the Champions would help in delivering the Police and Crime Plan, noting area-based problem solving groups, working with businesses, and encouraging communities in activities such as community speedwatch.  The PCC noted two pilot areas had been identified, one in the south of the area, one in the east.  She concluded by noting there would be six areas established in Durham, one in Darlington, with evaluation to be carried out and further information brought back to the Panel.

Resolved:

That the report be noted