Crime Reduction - Helping to Reduce Crime in Your Area

David Furness, Community Safety Manager, Safer Hasting Partnership

What single factor most contributed to the success of the project?

"Having a dedicated resource to progress a range of public reassurance initiatives is essential and has enabled the Safer Hasting Partnership to tackle the fear of crime head-on."

What was your biggest lesson learnt?

"There is no quick fix to reducing the fear of crime; no one project is likely to work on its own. In order to make a significant impact on public perception of crime, there must be a sustained, long term campaign using a range of measures."

Last update: Tuesday, September 04, 2007