Safe & Secure projects and investments

The top priority for the majority of our Members is a safe and secure environment in which to operate. A place where crime and business disruption is minimised so that staff, customers and visitors feel safe and welcomed.

Objective

To improve safety and the perception of safety through a joined-up approach with relevant stakeholders and statutory bodies

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Forecast Investment

2022-2027: £650,000

Investment to date

Dedicated mobile security patrol from 7pm to 7am Monday to Friday and 24 hour patrol at weekends;

Sharing of security reports, alerts and intelligence with businesses, on-site security teams, Police and Local Authorities to reduce, prevent and take collective action against criminal activity;

CCTV and ANPR monitoring equipment installed and maintained at key gateways;

Road improvements to deter drifting, dangerous driving and anti-social behaviour;

Representation of the London Riverside BID's issues to Police and Security panels and with the Met Police;

Daily security reports available to members on request to the BID office.

Additional priorities this term

Upgrade and enhance CCTV and ANPR assets and coverage as required, and strengthen monitoring and reporting of crime, especially fly-tipping, theft of vehicles and break-ins to premises so that effective prosecutions can take place;

Work with statutory bodies to enforce action against illegal use of land and premises;

Support Havering Council in its efforts to deter illegal incursions and encampments through measures such as injunctions;

Work proactively with the Police's Cyber Resilience Centre to bring intelligence, advice and resources to members to curb the increased threat from cyber-crime.

Steve Elliot, MD, Technology Desking Ltd

'During a recent spate of traveller activity...I was very impressed by the level of additional security provided by the London Riverside BID. The constant communication between the head of security and myself was very reassuring. Regular email updates give me peace of mind, knowing that someone is looking out for the safety of our staff and security of our premises.'