Helping to keep communities safe

Cllr Saleena Raja, Cabinet Member for Community and Partnerships and Cllr Ed Hume, Cabinet Member for Housing pictured with local PCSOs

Milton Keynes City Council is inviting residents to come along to friendly, expert-led drop-in events during Anti-Social Behaviour Awareness Week to get advice, raise concerns, and help keep their communities safe.

Local people can learn more about how to report anti-social behaviour, get support, and hear practical advice on keeping their communities safe. Council colleagues from community safety, housing and licensing teams will be on hand, alongside partners from Thames Valley Police, to speak directly with residents and answer questions.

ASB Awareness Week is a national campaign organised by Resolve, the UK’s leading community safety organisation. The campaign brings together housing providers, policing, local government, charities and community partners to shine a spotlight on anti-social behaviour, strengthen local responses, and highlight the rights of victims.

The events will be on:

• Wednesday 1 July
  Kingston, Kingston Centre (Mall)
  10am – 12pm
  Glebe Farm, Co-op
  2.30pm – 4.30pm
• Thursday 2 July
  Shenley Church End, Sainsbury’s
  2.30pm – 4.30pm
• Friday 3 July
  Netherfield, Local Centre
  10am – 12pm

“Anti-social behaviour can have a real impact on people’s quality of life, and it’s essential that residents know they're not alone and that support is available. These events are a great opportunity to speak directly with local officers and partners, get advice, and find out how we can work together to make Milton Keynes a safer place for everyone. It is well worth coming along and getting involved.”

“While we take the opportunity of ASB Awareness Week to shine a light on the support available, we’re always ready to listen and take action. We want our council tenants to feel confident raising concerns early so we can work together to keep our communities safe and welcoming.”