Brookside

Priority 1: Nuisance Motorbikes

You said: This is a priority for the next 3 months, based on resident feedback, crime data, and ongoing local concerns regarding the use of off-road bikes and nuisance riding in public spaces.

We will:

- Conduct targeted patrols in hotspot areas identified through intelligence and community reports
- Use powers to seize vehicles being used illegally under Section 59 and related legislation
- Work with partner agencies and landowners to identify access points and reduce opportunities for illegal riding
- Gather intelligence and identify repeat offenders
- Engage with the community to encourage reporting of incidents and sharing of information

Priority 2: Drug Dealing

You said: This is a priority for the next 3 months, based on resident feedback, crime data, and concerns around thefts from outbuildings and gardens.

We will: Conduct targeted patrols in areas identified through intelligence as key for drug-related activity
- Gather and develop intelligence to identify individuals involved in drug supply
- Execute warrants and take enforcement action where appropriate
- Use stop search powers where grounds exist to disrupt criminal activity
- Work with partner agencies to safeguard vulnerable individuals affected by drug-related harm
- Encourage community reporting to support ongoing investigations

Priority 3: Anti-Social Behaviour (General)

You said: This is a priority for the next 3 months, based on resident feedback, crime data, and ongoing concerns relating to general anti-social behaviour affecting the community.

We will:

- Conduct high-visibility patrols in identified locations
- Engage with individuals involved in anti-social behaviour and use appropriate powers to address offending
- Work with partner agencies to provide early intervention and diversion opportunities
- Issue Community Protection Warnings/Notices where appropriate
- Engage with residents through community meetings, surveys, and local engagement activity to better understand concerns