Cornwall & Torbay Newsletter

👋 Hello Everyone, 

Welcome to our coordinators’ update! The aim is to get an update out to you once a quarter initially and more often if you like it!

We’ll keep things short, snappy, and useful – with good news from across the Force area, resources, and a look ahead at what’s coming up. 

Thank you for everything you do to keep your communities safe, connected, and resilient.
Please do share your stories, photos, and ideas – they’ll help inspire others across Devon & Cornwall.

Until next time, happy reading! 

Steph 

🏆 Volunteer Recognition Awards

We’re excited to announce that the Volunteer Recognition Awards winners will be revealed this September! These awards celebrate the dedication and impact of our Neighbourhood Watch volunteers across Devon & Cornwall.
Keep an eye out for the announcement – it’s a fantastic chance to shine a light on all the incredible work being done in our communities.

➡️ Do you have a good news story to share?

Send it in to steph.good@ourwtach.org.uk and we’ll feature it next time

🔄 Revival Roundup

Across the region, Neighbourhood Watch schemes are being revived and updated. In St Erth, five new schemes have been set up to cover the whole village. Following a presentation to Torbay Community Partnership Leads, old signs have been replaced, giving schemes a fresh new look. And in August, Steph even appeared on ITV Southwest to talk about the importance of Neighbourhood Watch and how it’s making a difference in local communities. 👉 You can watch the TV piece here from 10m 33sec in

🚶 Out and About with Steph

Our Community Project Manager, Steph, has been busy out in the community this summer – from sponsoring and presenting at the Camborne Community Awards, to manning the stand at Truro Pride alongside D&C Police, to leaflet dropping with the Safer Penzance team, and presenting Neighbourhood Watch to community builders and partners in Torbay.

If you have an event coming up or need a hand raising awareness locally, let us know – we’ll do what we can to support!

📚 Resource Highlight

Did you know the Neighbourhood Watch Knowledge Hub has free leaflets, posters, and guides you can use locally?
👉 Visit the Knowledge Hub here

✨ This month we recommend: “Top Tips on Spotting Scams” – ideal for sharing at coffee mornings or via WhatsApp groups.

💸 Volunteer Discounts

As a Neighbourhood Watch volunteer, you are entitled to discounts through the Charity Workers Discount organisation. This gives you access to savings across a wide range of retailers, services, and experiences as a thank you for the time and energy you dedicate to keeping communities safe.
👉 Find out more and access your discounts here

📊 Quick Poll – We’d Love Your Input!

What support would be most useful for you right now as a coordinator?

📅 Coming Up Next Quarter