Police and Local Authorities have for the first time, under the Crime and Disorder Act 1998 a joint Statutory responsibility to work in partnership with a wide range of consultees to reduce crime and disorder, with special attention to offending by young people.
Fear often compels individuals and families to impose limitations on their own freedom and comfort.
The reduction of crime and disorder are therefore social imperatives. ACPO believe that all our staff play an essential part in responding to the challenge of crime and disorder, whether acting in an operational, support or specialist crime prevention role thereby making a real contribution to achieving the Strategic Aim. The Strategic Aim . . . is to ensure that crime reduction continues to develop as a high priority for the service leading to the creation of safer communities and an improved quality of life. National Support for Local Action ACPO understands that successful crime reduction depends upon effective local action, tailored to local circumstances and resources. The Sub-Committee on Crime Reduction therefore seeks to provide a national stimulus for the delivery of sustainable crime and disorder reduction based upon the principles of effective problem solving partnerships and personal commitment.