New neighbourhood policing priorities announced for Hertsmere

The Hertsmere Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) have set new policing priorities for the local area, following feedback from the public.

NPTs work alongside partners to focus on solving long and short-term neighbourhood issues, such as anti-social behaviour, theft, speeding and drug-related crime.

Using an analysis of data, they set local policing priorities every four months, to provide a specific focus on the issues which are currently causing the most concern to residents locally. Feedback from members of the public also plays a vital part.

Residents will see their dedicated team of PCs and PCSOs working alongside partners to address the agreed priorities below, through an increased police presence, engagement events and targeted enforcement.

The following priorities have now been set:

Bushey, Aldenham and Radlett

Alongside the NPT, Hertsmere is also policed by officers who respond to emergency calls, a team of detectives who investigate crimes such as burglary, robbery and assault, and specialist units who work to tackle issues such as acquisitive crime and domestic abuse. In addition, they can call on officers from central teams which work countywide.

Inspector Rachael Robertson, who leads the Hertsmere NPT, said: “Thank you to everyone who took the time let us know their views. It’s important that you are involved in our decisions and I hope you feel reassured by the priorities we have chosen. I’d like to further reassure you that while we will focus on these local priorities, we will still continue to deal with day-to-day policing matters, including forcewide priorities and any emerging issues that require immediate attention.”

You can also use Herts Connected to let us know what you think we should be prioritising in your area. Your feedback will help towards shaping our local policing priorities, initiatives and campaigns. Visit bit.ly/hertspolice-psf and tell us your thoughts.