Safe Newcastle
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Safe Newcastle’s vision is:
“To create a safe Newcastle by tackling crime, alcohol, drugs, anti-social behaviour and their impact. By working together we will develop effective, sustainable solutions to local concerns, improve confidence and build stronger communities”.
Safe Newcastle came into existence on 1 April 2005.
This partnership was formed following guidance from Central Government which advised joint working between Crime and Disorder Reduction Partnerships and Drug Action Teams.
Safe Newcastle therefore continues the good work of the Newcastle Community Safety Partnership (the local CDRP) and Newcastle Drug Action Team and this new working relationship provides a more coordinated approach with improved solutions to local concerns.
By working together, the partners in Safe Newcastle have a greater impact on crime, disorder, drugs, alcohol, and anti-social behaviour in the city. It will also mean that resources are used more effectively and services are improved.
The work of Safe Newcastle is led by:
- Newcastle City Council
- Newcastle Primary Care Trust
- Northumbria Police
- Northumbria Police Authority
- Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service
These agencies are known as the Responsible Authorities. The Crime and Disorder Act (1998) states they have to work together to improve community safety in their particular area.
