As part of our ongoing commitment to enhancing community safety and reducing crime, we're pleased to share updates on the collaborative efforts of various agencies working to improve the Somerford area in Christchurch.

Over the past four months, several organisations including Sovereign Network Group (SNG), Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council, Dorset Police and local schools have united to address public safety and environmental issues. This collaboration maximises resources and expertise to better serve the community.

As part of this initiative, £5,000 from Dorset's Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner, through the ‘Op Relentless’ Community Fund, has been secured to combat anti-social behaviour (ASB) - launching the Safer Somerford Programme.

Funding will cover local initiatives to reduce ASB, improve safety and enhance the local area.

View full article here: https://news.dorset.police.uk/news-article/e260da19-3f8a-ef11-9d6f-6045bdd24049

Neighbourhood Inspector Dan Cullen, of Bournemouth East and Christchurch police, said: “Over recent months we have been working hard to tackle the issues that matter most to the residents of Somerford. Working with our partner agencies, we have been carrying out activity to disrupt and deter ASB and improve community safety.

“It is vitally important to us all that we continue our efforts going forward to ensure that residents and visitors of Somerford can enjoy their time in the area. We would encourage anyone who wishes to pass on information or report any concerns to please speak to a member of the neighbourhood policing team.”

How to report?

In an emergency, when a crime is in progress, or there is a risk to life or property call 999.

If the situation is not an emergency but you need to speak to a local police officer, report information about a crime or incident, or need crime prevention advice call Dorset Police on 101 or visit https://www.dorset.police.uk/ro/report/asb/asb-v3/report-antisocial-behaviour/

You can also contact the council to discuss concerns about ASB: asbteam@bcpcouncil.gov.uk  or call 01202 128883

If you are a Sovereign housing tenant, you can contact Sovereign Network Group by calling 0300 5000 926, email contact@sovereign.org.uk  or visit www.sovereign.org.uk/advice-and-guides/concerns/anti-social-behaviour  

All agencies will respect confidentiality, but if you are concerned about disclosing your personal details, you can report incidents anonymously by ringing Crimestoppers 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org

Issues of an environmental nature, for example: fly tipping, dog control/fouling, bins, should be reported to the council: www.bcpcouncil.gov.uk/report

Noise complaints should be reported to BCP Council: online.bcpcouncil.gov.uk/services/?returnurl=nuisance