Issue - meetings

Report to follow.

Claire Kowalska presented the report on half-year crime performance, and advised that the increase in property crime compared with the previous year was a key concern. Violent crime indicators were broadly on track overall, although within those indicators there were significant increases in youth violence and crime involving a weapon and these were also key issues to be addressed. It was reported that there would be a discussion regarding youth offending and related issues at the December meeting.

The Board noted the action plan that had been circulated, and it was noted that there were concerns with regard to Northumberland Park, where a significant majority of police activity was centred, and that this needed further monitoring. A further area of concern was Victim Support, given the loss in funding, particularly for support for young victims, and the news earlier in the meeting that none of the bids for funding from Victim Support in London had been successful.

RESOLVED

That the contents of the report be noted.