Buckinghamshire Council and Partners Launch New Safety Strategy
A collaborative plan involving police, health, and community groups aims to prevent crime and enhance resident safety across the county.
By Laura Medhurst
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Buckinghamshire Council, in collaboration with Thames Valley Police and other key organisations, has updated its strategy to enhance community safety and prevent crime across the county.
Buckinghamshire Council has launched a newly updated plan to work collaboratively with the police, health partners, and community organisations across the county. This initiative aims to address crime and safety concerns that are most important to residents.
The Safer Buckinghamshire Strategy brings together these key bodies to foster safer neighbourhoods and stronger communities throughout Buckinghamshire. The strategy prioritises proactive prevention by identifying risks early, addressing the root causes of crime and anti-social behaviour, and providing timely support to individuals in need.
The partnership will focus on six priority areas identified to make the most significant difference for residents: neighbourhood crime and shoplifting, anti-social behaviour, fraud and scams, harm and exploitation, community cohesion, and domestic abuse and violence against women and girls (VAWG).
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"People want to feel safe in their community and this is fundamental to their quality of life, and that's why this strategy is so important. By bringing together organisations from across Buckinghamshire, we're taking a joined-up approach to tackling the issues that matter most to residents."
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"This is about preventing problems before they occur, protecting vulnerable people and making sure support is there when it's needed. Whether it's reducing anti-social behaviour, tackling shoplifting, protecting people from fraud or supporting victims of domestic abuse, our focus is on creating safer communities and better outcomes for residents."
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"By working closely with our partners and local communities, we can build stronger, more resilient neighbourhoods and help ensure Buckinghamshire remains a great place to live, work and raise a family."
The Safer Buckinghamshire Strategy provides a clear framework for partners to collaborate over the coming years. By combining resources, expertise, and local knowledge, the aim is to reduce crime, prevent harm, and improve outcomes for all residents across the county.
