A city where people feel safe and welcome
Our goal is to keep people safe and to create a city that is welcoming for all.
Why this is important
There is no place in our city for fear of crime, violence, or abuse. We will seek to ensure that Brighton & Hove is a place where everyone feels safe.
By tackling crime and antisocial behaviour, we aim to foster a sense of security across the city. We recognise that not all public spaces are accessible and welcoming for everyone.
We want people to feel they belong, and we are committed to building a welcoming city where safety and inclusivity are the norm.
What we will do
Tackle crime and antisocial behaviour
We will:
- deliver the Community Safety Strategy
- encourage reporting of crime and direct resources to the areas most affected
- develop a multi-agency combatting drugs strategy to address supply, demand and recovery services
Create safe public spaces that are accessible for all
We will:
- tackle violence against women and girls
- ensure a robust approach to licensing applications and refresh the licensing policy
- increase public confidence in local businesses by supporting them with regulatory compliance
- involve residents, businesses, and community organisations in the design of safe public spaces and neighbourhoods in the city
How we will measure progress
We will measure the:
- percentage of licensing applications dealt with within statutory time frames
- percentage of people feeling safe after leaving refuge
- number of businesses signed up to safeguarding initiatives such as safe spaces and ‘Ask for Angela’