Agenda item

The Committee received a presentation from Lee Hutchings, Operations Director of Packguard Ltd. Members noted that levels of crime and anti-social behaviour issues remained low in the City. The main area of work for Parkguard centred around welfare, homelessness and, to an extent, drug abuse. Officers recently dealt with a case of homelessness on the Barbican Estate which was successfully resolved. Feedback from City residents remained very positive and some residents reported that they liked seeing Officers on patrol. 300+ people had been spoken to by Officers on patrol regarding low level nuisance issues and Officers were encouraged to retain high levels of community engagement.

In response to a query the Committee were informed that the scheme had been extended for a further two years. Members were very pleased with this and commended Officers on a job well done.

Resolved – that the update be received.