Freemen

Tackling drug supply and cultivation – officers will be out working with the community and partner agencies to deter drug use and supply on the beat area, visible patrols will be conducted, and any report of drugs will be acted upon using appropriate policing powers.

Tackling Rogue Traders – as the winter approaches there is often an increase in reports of rogue traders trying to take advantage of vulnerable people, officers will be out conducting visible patrols in areas where there have been previous reports and will be going door to door to engage, educate and advise on ways to deter and combat this.

Tackling anti-social behaviour (ASB) – with key celebrations set to take place in the last quarter of the year namely Diwali, Halloween and Bonfire Night, there is often an increase in the reports of ASB. Officers will be out on visible patrols to deter and prevent issues and to ensure that everyone celebrates and enjoys these events safely, work will also be done with local schools to educate young people on best practices during the celebrations.