Decision Maker: Council

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: December 3, 2025

Purpose:

Content: Council Notes: 1.    That in the Councils most recent resident poll, crime and anti-social behaviour was cited as the most important issue facing the borough. 2.    That the 2025/2026 budget consultation highlighted that respondents cited tackling anti-social behaviour as their greatest concern. 3.    That this Labour-led Council is proud to be listening to residents' concerns and taking decisive action to make Greenwich safer and more secure for everyone who lives and work here. 4.    That Greenwich Labour is taking action on tackling knife crime in the borough with the installation of a fourth weapon surrender bin in Thamesmead on 14 July, specially designed to handle 'ninja swords'. Since our bins were installed in Abbey Wood, Eltham and Woolwich and Thamesmead 214 weapons have been taken off our streets.   Council Believes: 1)    That every resident deserves to feel safe in their home, on their high street, and in their community. 2)    That all councillors should support this motion so that we can make our communities and streets safer for everyone.   Council Resolves to invest in a comprehensive programme of community safety investments and measures focused on prevention, education and enforcement:   1.    Significantly expanding the number of Community Safety Enforcement Officers from 10 to 18, with enhanced patrol presence in our town centres and targeted support in problem areas—ensuring a visible, community-first approach to tackling anti-social behaviour. 2.    Provide 8 new mobile CCTV units, a 44% increase, and upgrade our existing infrastructure to expand oversight and support areas residents have identified as needing greater protection. 3.    Fund 2 police constables and a police data analyst apprentice, helping to strengthen our Integrated Enforcement model and deliver smarter, locally driven policing. 4.    Launch a new education programme for boys and men in support of ending violence against women and girls. 5.    Continue our direct engagement with women and girls to identify hotspot locations and co-develop solutions that improve safety across the borough.