Issue details

MPS Contract

To seek approval to enter into a 2 year contract between the Metropolitan Police Authority and the Council for the procurement to supply four Police Officers to patrol Haringey’s parks and open spaces.

Decision type: Key

Decision status: For Determination

Decision due: 31 Mar 2009 by Cabinet Procurement Committee

Consultation process

Consultation with stakeholders was completed prior to the implementation of the Parkforce model of open space supervision. The contract will be managed by Recreation Services.

DMT date and early discussion between AD and Cabinet Member: Cabinet Member for Leisure , Culture and Lifelong Learning with the Director of Adult Culture and Community Services

SLT date: Increasing use of parks by all sectors of the community is a key outcome of the Parkforce ‘Model’. The Core Response Team of 4 PCs will assist in keeping parks and open spaces safe and accessible for all.