There have been some changes in the local police structures/duties which means that we should see more police on the streets, particularly on Friday and Saturday evenings/nights.

Figures provided by the Safer Neighbrouhood's Team (at the ward panel meeting last night) show that there has been a general rise in reported crime in Forest Hill ward. The percentages increases are quite high (some 6% some 300%) but the actual numbers remain quite low. A more visible police presence in the local area during the long summer evenings is particularly welcome to stop this increase.

But keep reporting anti-social behaviour and criminal activity and damage. This can generate a rise in reported crime, but it gives the police more chance to prevent future incidents.

If you see the police in the local area please give them a smile or say hello. Make them feel welcome on our streets and I'm sure they will keep coming back!