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   Anti - social behaviour falling during summer months
Priorities set by residents and summer activities for young people are helping to reduce anti-social behaviour in Salford. Anti-social behaviour is falling across the city with significant reductions in central and west Salford. There was a 43 percent reduction in the Claremont, Ordsall, Langworthy, Weaste and Seedley area in July this year compared to the same month in 2009. That means there were 168 fewer incidents reported. In Walkden, Little Hulton, Worsley, Boothstown and Ellenbrook, there were 148 fewer incidents, meaning a 45 percent reduction. During the summer months, as part of the Safe4Summer campaign, young people are being encouraged to stay safe and out of trouble by getting involved in activities ran by Salford City Council. These include water sports, multi-sport summer camps and snorkeling. Chief Superintendent Kevin Mulligan from Greater Manchester Police’s Salford Division said: “The reduction in anti-social behaviour is positive however, the numbers are still too high for my liking. The summer holidays are here and I understand young people can get bored if there is nothing to do so I encourage parents to get them involved in the fun activities that are taking place across the city.” Meanwhile, monthly Police And Communities Together (PACT) meetings are continuing to take place. The purpose of the meetings are for residents to let officers know what they feel are the priorities that need to be focused on for that month in their area. From these meetings, police community support officers (PCSOs) are patrolling known hotspots and dispersing large groups, issuing fixed penalty notices, visiting parents of offenders, mentoring young people at local sporting events and encourage them to take part in alternative activities. Kevin Mulligan added: “We are being told at PACT meetings and community committees that anti-social behaviour is one of the main issues for residents and they want something done about it. We have increased PCSO patrols and they are talking to young people. However, persistent offenders should be reminded that if, in spite of all efforts made to talk with them, their behaviour continues to be unacceptable, strict enforcement action will be taken." To report crime call police on 0161 872 5050 or for more information visit www.gmp.police.uk. You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement. Source: GMP.
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