Summary
Strategic Issue 1
Rising drug-related crime is driving wider offending patterns, including theft, violence, and anti-social behaviour.
What needs to be done
Commission a multi-agency drug intervention strategy, including expanded treatment, outreach, and early intervention services.
Strategic Issue 2
High levels of anti-social behaviour and low-level crime are contributing to a reduced sense of safety and community confidence.
What needs to be done
Develop and fund place-based community safety initiatives in hotspot areas, including youth diversion, visible policing, and environmental improvements.
Strategic Issue 3
Serious crime—including violent offences, organised crime, and weapon-related incidents—is rising and disproportionately affecting deprived communities. This contributes to fear, trauma, and long-term harm, particularly among young people and vulnerable groups.
What needs to be done
Develop a Serious Crime Prevention and Response Strategy, including:
- Multi-agency taskforce to tackle organised crime and weapon-related violence
- Youth violence prevention programmes in schools and communities
- Trauma-informed support services for victims of serious crime
- Intelligence-led policing and hotspot interventions