How You Can Help Decide on the Future Policing Priorities January 24, 2012 12:56 Dear Hillside Residents As your Sergeant for Hillside Ward, I am trying to register interest in taking part in a new initiative which aims to increase the police's understanding of the issues which affect you and the wider community. A Ward Panel is the forum where representatives of your neighbourhood, your Local Safer Neighbourhoods Police team and Local Authority meet to agree local police priorities. Your contribution, via an online survey will help make their decisions more relevant to your local area and the problems that affect your community. The survey will be emailed to you approximately 2 weeks before the next Ward Panel meeting. It involves you filling out a handful of questions and returning the survey. The results of this survey I will present to the Ward Panel at the relevant meeting. There will also be a facility within this survey to add additional comments, enabling you to make the local policing team aware of any other community concerns you may have. Please note that adding a comment does not mean you will automatically receive a reply from our team. If you are interested in taking part in this online survey please reply to the Hillside.snt@met.police.uk including your address and contact details so that we can get back to you. Thank you Sgt Jeff New Hillside Safer Neighbourhoods Team 0208 721 2458 Hillside.snt@met.police.uk.
Message from Merton Trading Standards November 05, 2011 22:29 Dear resident, I should like to make you aware of the following message from Merton Trading Standards. Merton Trading Standards are reporting a noticeable rise in scams targeting local residents and businesses. One recently reported scam concerns telephone calls from con artists who attempt to gain bank and personal details from victims by claiming they are entitled to compensation following a road traffic collision. The usual technique is to phone the victims on a withheld number from overseas and tell them they know the victim has been in a car accident in the last few years and that they are eligible to claim compensation if they have been in a road accident. Trading Standards are warning residents not to part with their bank or personal details unless they know they are dealing with a genuine organisation. They stress you should never let yourself to be pressured or persuaded into releasing your details to someone you do not know or trust. For more information on scams and how to avoid being caught out please visit www.merton.gov.uk/scams” Kind regards, Emma Gardiner PS18VW Hillside SNT E-mail: Hillside.snt@met.police.uk Tel: 0208 7212458
Warning - scam letter October 26, 2011 17:37 Dear residents, I should like to take this opportunity to make you aware of a scam letter that is being sent to residents within the ward. The letter purports to be from a Huo Pong who represents Hung Kai Finance Company. The letter claims that the recipient is entitled to claim a legacy of approximately $10.5 million United States Dollars. Please do not be taken in by this letter. This letter is a scam. It would seem that other areas of, not only the borough, but the country have received this letter. Please could you make those without access to CommunitySafe, particularly potentially vulnerable neighbours, aware of this letter to prevent them falling prey to such a callous fraud. Should you require any further crime prevention or advice, please do not hesitate to contact your local SNT team. Kind regards, Emma Gardiner PS18VW Hillside SNT E-mail: Hillside.snt@met.police.uk Tel: 0208 7212458
Burglary crime prevention advice October 21, 2011 15:58 Dear Resident, May I take this opportunity to remind you of the following crime prevention advice - 1. If you have a UPVC door, please remember to not only turn the handle up, but also to lock it with the key. At the scene of a recent burglary where a car was stolen, police found a metal pole which had been bent to enable it to not only fit through a letter box, but to hook around the door handle and pull it down. 2. Please do not leave car keys in sight of a door. A similar "fishing" technique is being used to fish car keys through the letter box - no need for suspects to even enter the property. 3. Keep keys in a safe place, and if you can, take them with you to bed. Please don’t make it easy for criminals to help themselves to your hard earned belongings. If you would like more information on this, or any other matter, please do not hesitate to contact your local Hillside SNT. Regards, Emma Gardiner PS18VW Hillside SNT E-mail: Hillside.snt@met.police.uk Tel: 0208 7212458
Crime Prevention Advice During this unseasonal weather. September 28, 2011 15:59 Rising temperatures and hot weather present criminals with additional opportunities. Taking a few simple precautions can reduce the chances of you becoming a victim of a summer crime. People are generally more relaxed when they are in their own homes and security can lapse, particularly with the onset of good weather. In summer burglary rates can increase as access to properties becomes easier via open or insecure windows. London can be a hot, stuffy place; naturally we like to ventilate our homes and/or business premises. Burglars will exploit any open window. Even if you are in the building a burglar will often strike while householders sleep upstairs, or when you are just in the back garden, or another part of the building. We encourage people to fit and most importantly, use good mortice locks on all doors and key operated locks on accessible windows (do not leave keys in the locks). "Accessible windows" are ones relatively easy to reach. The obvious ones are those at ground level, but those above a ground floor extension or porch, or next to a drainpipe can be equally as easy to reach. Traditional sash windows can be secured by fitting two pairs of sash stops to the upper frame. The lower pair locks the window shut, but can be removed to allow a 6-inch gap for ventilation; the upper pair prevents the window being opened further. Be mindful of a criminals’ ability to fish for nearby items via this gap though, the window is secure to actual entry perhaps, but not entirely secure. A room with a window secured in this fashion should not be left unoccupied and items of value should never be left in view of such a window, even if the room is occupied: a thief can strike in a matter of seconds if the item is close enough to the window. Ask neighbours to keep an eye on your property while you are away, be prepared to return the favour.When parking your motor vehicles never leave valuables, including sunglasses on display. Encourage visitors to do the same. Even indications there may be something of worth in your car can give rise to an attempt – a jacket on the back seat or floor of the car, sucker marks on the window from a satellite navigation cradle etc Whilst driving in slow traffic, remember handbags, phones etc on seats could be grabbed through an open window. The offender might be on a bicycle or moped with little chance of being caught. Cycle crime increases in summer simply because more people use their bikes. Unattended bicycles should always be locked to something solid. Secure the frame and wheels, two locks being better than one. Remember those expensive bike accessories as well take them with you. Visit www.bikeoff.org for further information on reducing cycle crime (as well as others – a more detailed list an be provided by your local Crime Prevention Officer). Finally, remember to care for personal possessions when out walking. The Borough has several parks and open places to enjoy in warm weather, don't let a Robber spoil your day.
Safer Merton Strategic Assessment - Your chance to set the crime and disorder priorities within Merton September 20, 2011 14:42 Dear all, Safer Merton is your local Crime and Disorder Reduction Partnership. The partners include a range of agencies such as the Police, Council, Fire Brigade, Health and Probation Services, working together to reduce problems in the borough related to crime, anti-social behaviour and drug and alcohol misuse. By March 2012 Safer Merton will have completed its annual borough wide Strategic Assessment. This assessment examines all the crimes that have happened in Merton in order to help us set the Partnership’s priorities for 2012/13. To help inform this decision making process we would really appreciate your views and for you to tell us what your concerns and priorities are. Below is a link to a form to enable you to provide us with your comments. http://www.merton.gov.uk/safermertonconsultation The consultation period will begin on the 19th August and the deadline for comments is the 23rd of September 2011. For more information, please contact Safer Merton at safer.merton@merton.gov.uk or alternatively please call us on 020 8 545 4146 Many thanks Safer Merton
Cycle theft - crime prevention advice September 20, 2011 13:59 ear residents, The following is a guide on various measures that can be taken in order to reduce the risk of your pedal cycle being stolen. LOCKS First and foremost it is important to emphasise that the best way to reduce the risk of bike theft is to invest in a substantial bike lock, there are many different types available on the market, but D-locks and heavy chain locks are particularly strong and will help reduce the risk of bike theft. For further advice see www.soldsecure.com. LOCKING YOUR BIKE It is important when locking your bike that any removable parts, i.e. wheels, saddles etc, are either removed or secured with the bike, and most importantly make sure the main frame is secured to whichever locking point you are using. Any locks use you use should not be allowed to trail on the floor as this will aid any thief in attempting to break the lock. When you secure the bike, make sure that it is locked in such a way that any movement is limited making it hard for anyone to position it to facilitate cutting the lock. When choosing your locking point it is important to secure the bike to an immovable object or stand, preferably a designated cycle stand. It is also worth bearing in mind that if you avoid locking your bike in an isolated and dimly lit location, you limit any opportunities for potential thieves. When locking your bike to a lamppost or sign, consider the height and assess whether it would be possible for someone to lift the bike and lock over the top in order to steal it. BIKE IDENTIFICATION It is important to make note of any serial numbers or unique features of your bike to make it easy to trace or identify in the event it is stolen, and you can also register your cycle with a bike marking scheme online. It is quite common for police to recover stolen bikes where we are unable to re-unite it with an owner as the bike has not been registered and quite often because the owner has not reported the theft to police in the first place. Reporting stolen bikes not only helps us with restoring it to the owner but it can also provide us with valuable information which can assist us in tackling bike theft on the streets. Companies such as SELECTAMARK provide online marking schemes. PURCHASING BIKES ONLINE When purchasing bikes online from private sellers it is important to ask yourself a question, is the sale price too good to be true? If so then there is a possibility that the bike is stolen! Find out how much the bike is worth first and then compare that with the asking price. Regards, Emma Gardiner PS18VW Hillside SNT E-mail: Hillside.snt@met.police.uk Tel: 0208 7212458
The funeral of Mark DUGGAN - Police Reassurance Message September 08, 2011 08:36 This message has been sent at the request of Chief Superintendent WOLFENDEN, the Police Borough Commander for Merton Additional officers will be deployed on the streets tomorrow engaging with the local community and providing reassurance patrols. If any members of the local community have concerns, feedback, viewpoints and any intelligence that might have a bearing upon the forthcoming funeral arrangements then please can they contact their local Safer Neighbourhood Team. Commander Mak Chishty, who has responsibility for the area of North London, has met with the parents and family of Mark Duggan and discussed the policing arrangements for the funeral on Friday 9 September 2011 in Tottenham. In line with the family’s wishes, the policing in Tottenham will reflect the family’s desire for a local, peaceful and dignified funeral. We have met with community and business representatives and listened to their concerns and to provide reassurance additional officers will be providing a very visible presence across London.
Free women's self defence classes September 02, 2011 15:51 Dear residents, Please see information below, sent on behalf of Lee Roberts. Free Women's Self Defence Classes Neighbourhood Watch are offering women the chance to learn various techniques regarding women’s self-protection. The chances of being a victim of an attack are very unlikely but you will be taught skills that could assist you in dealing with confrontational situations. The training is being offered free of charge but you will need to commit to two 1 and a 1/2 hour sessions over two weeks (one session each week). In order to be as inclusive as possible we are holding 4 events, two of which are during the day. Date as follows: 14th and 21st September 2011 - 11.30am-1.00pm - Raynes Park - St Matthews Church Hall, Spence Road (j/w Durham Road) 12th and 19th October 2011 - 7pm-8.30pm - Mitcham Police Station 29th November and 6th December 2011 - 7pm-8.30pm - Morden - Civic Centre 7th and 14th December 2011 - 11am-12.30pm - Wimbledon - Venue TBC The sessions are being run by Leoni Munslow, who has 20 years experience in martial arts and holds a black belt in Japanese Jiu Jitsu, a brown belt in Judo and a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ). An active competitor in domestic and international competitions, Leoni is the current British Champion in BJJ and has been nominated "UK female competitor of the year 2010" by the European Fight Network. If you are interested in attending one of the sessions please contact the Neighbourhood Watch office at mertonnhw@met.police.uk or call 020 8649 3213. Regards Lee Roberts Neighbourhood Watch Manager Mitcham Police Station 58 Cricket Green Mitcham Surrey CR4 4LA Telephone: 020 8649 3213 Email: lee.roberts@met.police.uk Website: www.mertonnhw.co.uk
Tell us your concerns and priorities August 24, 2011 15:52 Dear residents, Safer Merton is your local Crime and Disorder Reduction Partnership. The partners include a range of agencies such as the Police, Council, Fire Brigade, Health and Probation Services, working together to reduce problems in the borough related to crime, anti-social behaviour and drug and alcohol misuse. By March 2012 Safer Merton will have completed its annual borough wide Strategic Assessment. This assessment examines all the crimes that have happened in Merton in order to help us set the Partnership’s priorities for 2012/13. To help inform this decision making process we would really appreciate your views and for you to tell us what your concerns and priorities are. Below is a link to a form to enable you to provide us with your comments. http://www.merton.gov.uk/safermertonconsultation The consultation period will begin on the 19th August and the deadline for comments is the 23rd of September 2011. For more information, please contact Safer Merton at safer.merton@merton.gov.uk or alternatively please call us on 020 8 545 4146 Many thanks, Safer Merton
update Borough Commander Update 15/08/2011 (8pm) August 15, 2011 19:34 Borough Commander Update 15/08/2011 (8pm) For some time now Merton borough has returned to normality and local businesses are trading as usual. The weekend has passed without any significant incident; however policing numbers within the borough will remain high. Recent postings to the ‘latest news’ section of our internet site have concentrated on the local disorder we experienced last week together with updates as to the police response. Although concentrating on these issues, which understandably have been a significant topic of discussion and debate, we continue to deliver a range of other policing activities, ensuring that we continue to remain focused on crime prevention, crime reduction and other enforcement activity in order to keep communities within the borough safe. Although the organisations media ‘appeal focus’ has concentrated on those responsible for last weeks disorder and related offences, we hope that anyone with information about any crime (either on the borough or elsewhere) will also come forward and give us the often vital information that we need to progress the investigation. Any information please pass to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or Merton Police on 101 anytime of the day or night. I also take this opportunity to remind Merton Borough residents that during the summer months we invariably experience an increase in residential burglaries on the borough where entry is gained through open windows. Another crime type, which with the help of the public we can reduce, is theft from vehicles left unattended on the borough. We have noticed a rise in movable objects been stolen such as sat-navs and laptop computers which are left on display within vehicles on the street. Please consider what items may be attractive to an opportunist thief and make an effort to remove or conceal them from unattended vehicles. Last night I patrolled within Morden and as with Wimbledon and Mitcham I was struck by the community spirit and the wide condemnation of those responsible for the disorder, violence and stealing which occurred last week. We now have a notice board which is full of messages, letters and e-mails from our communities offering us their support and goodwill. On behalf of all the staff thank you so much, it has certainly helped in keeping our morale high. Messages from the children on the borough are especially touching! In any emergency requiring immediate police attendance, always dial 999. Dick Wolfenden Borough Commander merton@met.police.uk
Community Meeting held in Colliers Wood - Update 13/08/2011 (5pm) August 14, 2011 23:42 Superintendent Pete Dobson, Merton Police, writes "I have just returned from a well attended Community meeting in Colliers Wood, the area in our borough most affected by Monday’s disorder. I was extremely pleased to receive so much support from the local community after explaining how the events unfolded locally. There was also praise for the local partnership that came together in a united response to the incidents as well as thanks for the local volunteers that came out to help. Joining local residents and families, many of our community leaders were also there, including the local MP Siobhain McDonagh, the leader of the council Stephen Alambritis , the Chief Executive Ged Curran and Director for Environment from Merton, Merton's London Fire Brigade Borough Commander Jane Philpott, ward councillors, the Chamber of Commerce , faith leaders and many more. A healthy exchange of views took place with an emphasis on how to get back to normal, and then how to build local community cohesion and public spiritedness. There were many suggestions and ideas for learning and improving services, willingness for the business community to have closer links with the police and local authority and this includes developing quicker lines of communications. CommunitySafe (our free text messaging alert/advise/inform service) already has in excess of 24,000 email contacts amongst the residential community, and could be extended to include business and retailers. This will be taken forward. The Mitcham Status Fair has also returned to normal by opening their doors for the full planned hours. Police are still working hard to arrest offenders and much of this work involves search warrants and detective support from New Scotland Yard. Our local authority CCTV is being scrutinised and we will be publicising many more images of suspects in the coming days, weeks and even months. This enquiry will go on until we have we exhausted every possible lead. I am now making plans for the police to return to near normal levels of policing. It is not a realistic option for my staff to continue working 12 hour shifts without any days off for the remainder of the summer, but I will be making sure we have sufficient resilience that we can quickly up our numbers at short notice if needed. The borough remains calm and confidence is slowly gaining momentum - if you didn't know about Monday's disorder then you would think everything was quite normal except may be the extra police on visible patrols. Lastly, can I just ask again for your continued support in terms of providing information and intelligence. This is so important to keep the high levels of police enforcement activity at its current levels. Any information please pass to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or Merton Police on 101 anytime of the day or night. In any emergency requiring immediate police attendance, always dial 999. " Pete Dobson Superintendent Operations merton@met.police.uk
Message from Borough Commander August 11, 2011 14:30 Dear residents, Merton Borough Commander Chief Superintendent Dick Wolfenden writes "Since my last update (6pm yesterday), much work has been done overnight in relation to identifying and arresting those responsible for Monday night's serious disorder in Colliers Wood. This morning a number of search warrants have been executed locally by Merton police, leading to a number of arrests. A significant amount of property believed to have been stolen from local retailers has been recovered. Last night was relatively quiet with no outbreaks of disorder. Current policing levels are set to continue and will be reviewed on a daily basis. I would like to thank the many members of our local communities and businesses who have been providing information to us about suspected looters and those involved in the violence, and supporting my officers and staff with so many messages of goodwill. We urge our communities to continue helping us, giving any information on the identities of the wanted people whose CCTV images we either have or will be releasing over the coming days. Call Crimestoppers 0800 555 11 or Merton Police via 101 any time. We continue to work closely with our partners at Merton Council and I thank them for the extraordinary support they are giving us in so many practical ways. I have been asked by a number of stakeholders to explain the purpose of two operations that are running at the moment 'Operation Kirkin' and 'Operation Withern' Operation Kirkin is the overall MPS policing operation which is coordinating a pan-London response to the series of outbreaks of criminality and disorder across London which commenced in Haringey Borough on Saturday 6th August and has spread to other London boroughs, including Merton. Operation Withern is the Pan-London dedicated criminal investigation which is coordinating the resources and investigative strategies associated with all the crimes associated with the same events. Merton Borough is aligned to and supporting both operations, making full use of the central and specialist support and additional resources available from elsewhere within the organisation. Finally many of my staff are tired, but we remain absolutely resolute in our shared desire to do all that we possibly can to continue to keep communities within the borough safe and prevent bad things happening to good people. As always, on behalf of all at Merton Police, thank you once again for the many messages of support we are currently receiving. Regards, Emma Gardiner PS18VW Hillside SNT E-mail: Hillside.snt@met.police.uk Tel: 0208 7212458
Public safety messages August 10, 2011 20:43 Public safety messages 10.08.11 Last night London did not see the levels of disorder we saw the previous night and large numbers of officers on the streets prevented incidents occurring. We will continue with similar numbers of officers on the streets of London tonight and this will be reviewed on a daily basis. We ask members of the public to remain vigilant and take sensible precautions to ensure their safety. We would advise members of the public to avoid any unnecessary travel to areas that have been affected by the events of the last few of days, and help the emergency services by giving us the room that we need to respond. Make sure you are safe and do not put yourselves into vulnerable positions. It is possible that your journeys to and from your destination may be affected so think ahead and plan carefully. Stay alert and be aware of what is going on around you. If you do have any concerns about returning home, you should consider staying with friends or family members outside of the affected areas. Over the last 24 hour period we have taken almost double the 999 calls that we normally would see (10,000 compared to a normal 5,300). However during the previous 24 hour period to this we received over 20,000 999 calls. Consequently some callers may experience difficulty in getting through to 999, or waiting longer than usual for their call to be answered. We would ask you to bear with us, and only use 999 in situations that require an immediate police response. We wish to reassure members of the public that we continue to have plans and resources in place to respond to any further disorder, deal with normal policing across the city and keep Londoners safe. We continue to work with our partners and the community to ensure residents and businesses can go about their daily lives in confidence. Frequently Asked Questions Getting information and advice Where can I get information and advice? Police are providing the media with information to keep the public informed. Tune in to your local radio or television station for updates or visit our website. You can also follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/metpoliceuk or join our Neighbourhoodlink service. For more information visit www.neighbourhoodlink.met.police.uk/registration/ How can I find out local information? Many councils are providing local updates on the disturbances in their area. You can find your local council by following the DirectGov link below: Find your local council Opens new window Travelling in and around London Is it safe to travel around London? We would advise members of the public to avoid any unnecessary travel to areas that have been affected by the events of the last couple of days and to keep safe by not putting themselves into vulnerable positions. It is possible that your journeys to and from your destination may be affected so think ahead and plan carefully. Stay alert and be aware of what is going on around you. If you do have any concerns about returning home this evening, you should consider staying with friends or family members outside of the affected areas. If you need help planning a journey, you can use the ‘Travel Tools’ on TfL’s website. [Link to http://www.tfl.gov.uk/tfl/traveltools/default.aspx?cmp=BAC-campaign&campaign-id=fwd-TRAVELTOOLS] These include tools to help plan your journey and free mobile travel alerts. You can also call the London Travel Information on 020 7222 1234 any time - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It can provide journey information like the last tube and bus times, bus stop locations and cab numbers, as well as train, DLR and tram information. Are the buses safe? Our Safer Transport Teams are providing support to drivers and providing a visible presence, but please consider whether your journey is absolutely necessary. Advice for parents/guardians Are my children safe? There are unprecedented numbers of officers on the streets of London - around 16,000 today. We are doing everything we can to support communities and keep people safe. Over the last few nights there have been a large numbers of young people placing themselves in situations that were dangerous and violent. We appeal to parents and all those responsible for young people to work together with police to ensure that youngsters do not get drawn into the kind of disorder we have seen. There is a role for the whole community - police, parents, schools, local leaders and others - to stand together and convey the message that crime and disorder will not be tolerated. Contacting the police I can’t get through on 999, what should I do? If it is an emergency please keep trying. We have been experiencing significant demands; almost double as many calls than normal. We will deal with your call as quickly as possible. If it is not an emergency, please use one of the following: calling 101 to report a crime that has already happened, seek crime prevention advice or make us aware of any policing issues in your local area. via our website at www.met.police.uk via your local police station. Helping the police How can I help the police? You can help us by assisting in the identification of people that have been looting, rioting and committing crime. Anyone with information should call our incident room on 020 8345 4142. Alternatively you can call the Crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111. We are also publishing images of people wanted in connection with looting. Follow the link below to see if you recognise any of the people we wish to speak to. Wanted for looting: Metropolitan Police's Flickr channel Opens new window Police tactics What tactic are the police using? The MPS employs tactics that are primarily designed to prevent injury to members of the public and police officers. In instances where officers have been outnumbered, they have waited until they can intervene with minimum risk to the public. The MPS is determined to prevent further crime and to bring the criminals to justice. Emma Gardiner PS18VW Hillside SNT E-mail: Hillside.snt@met.police.uk Tel: 0208 7212458
Message from Borough Commander August 10, 2011 15:06 MERTON BOROUGH COMMANDER WRITES Dear residents, I have been asked to circulate a message from Merton Borough Commander Dick Wolfenden to you all. "Following on from the violence, disorder, theft and criminal damage which took place on Monday evening within Merton we have worked together with the local authority, community groups (especially the business community) and other local stakeholders to plan and prepare for any outbreaks of similar criminal activity on the borough." "As a result of a significant number of extra resources (supplemented by volunteers, special constables, police staff and other regular officers who have volunteered to come in from home) we are in a much improved position to cope with any future civil unrest and disorder." "Our local CID are actively investigating the events that took place on Monday evening and we will follow all available leads to bring those responsible to justice. Last night was significantly quiet and any intelligence which suggested that groups were gathering intent on criminal behavior was actioned and potential offenders robustly dealt with." "Our current intelligence does not suggest any immediate threat to local public order, however we are not complacent and will ensure we sustain optimum staffing levels for some time to come. " "As always, I am extremely proud of all my staff and especially those who for a considerable time were expected to deal with large hostile crowds who were intent on causing criminal damage and stealing goods. We have been overwhelmed by messages of support from all sections of the community which has also been greatly appreciated by all staff." "If you would like to pass on any comments or thoughts to our officers and staff, please email us at merton@met.police.uk". "Merton police warn anyone who may be inclined to engage in civil disorder and theft to consider the consequences of such action - especially in terms of how such activity is impacting on their local communities." "We also encourage anyone who knows of any individuals or groups that have either been involved in the recent disorder or are planning future events to let us know by calling the Major Incident Room on 0208 345 4142, or the new 101 non-emergency police contact number." "You can also call Crimestoppers in confidence on 0800 555 111." "Remember - in any case of emergency always dial 999." Regards, Emma Gardiner PS18VW Hillside SNT E-mail: Hillside.snt@met.police.uk Tel: 0208 7212458
Advice to the Business Community following the recent unrest in London August 08, 2011 19:47 During the evening and into the night of Saturday 6th August 2011 public disorder and criminal damage to residential and business premises ensued within the London borough of Haringey. This has been widely reported in the media both at local, regional and national level. On Sunday 7th August 2011 a second night of disorder resulted in further criminal damage to shops, residential buildings and vehicles being badly damaged in the London boroughs of Enfield, Waltham Forest and Lambeth. The Metropolitan Police Service has dealt with several incidents of ‘copycat criminal activity’ across London which has resulted in over 100 arrests for criminal offences. The MPS is aware of the impact this is having on the business community and is making every effort to combat further criminal activity by increasing the levels of high visibility patrols across London. Criminal activity has taken place across a number of areas. There is no intelligence of specific targeting of identified business premises. The Operation Withern team is continuing their investigation to identify those people responsible for the violence, disorder and crime we have seen to ensure that they are brought to justice. You may notice an increase in the number of police officers in your area and this should not be cause for alarm. You may wish to take the following precautionary measures. 1. Where possible retail premises should be suitably staffed with security guards 2. Ensure staff report any suspicious activity to security and/or police 3. Consider regular checks of the building and surrounding area 4. Identify areas that are vulnerable to forced entry 5. Make sure all service doors are kept locked and secure when not in use 6. Ensure your CCTV system fully operational 7. In case of an emergency is there a record of the names of keyholders who can be contacted 8. Consider removing high value goods from display windows overnight 9. Consider keeping as little cash as possible on the premises 10. Ensure that your premises are secure and if fitted your alarm systems are fully operational 11. In the event of a non emergency, call the police on non emergency number 101 10. In the event of an emergency, call the emergency number 999 11. If you have any information you wish to provide to police anonymously you can contact the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111. Operation Withern is investigating the disorder and violence in parts of London over the weekend. An incident room has been set up. Anyone with information should call the major investigation team on 020 8345 4142. The MPS has extra resources on duty across the capital. We are carefully monitoring any intelligence and ensuring we have our resources in the right places to support the ongoing policing plan. We will continue to respond to the needs of London’s communities and deal with any incidents of criminality.
Preventing burglary August 04, 2011 08:27 Dear residents, Whilst many of us welcome the sun and those barmy summer days, there are those unscrupulous characters who welcome the warmer climate for a far more sinister reason. Please remember that when you leave your home to ensure that all windows are closed, and where possible, locked. Let’s not give a burglary an opportunity to spoil your summer. Should you require any crime prevention advice, please do not hesitate to contact your local police team. Regards, Emma Gardiner PS18VW Hillside SNT E-mail: Hillside.snt@met.police.uk Tel: 0208 7212458
Bicycle theft awareness July 14, 2011 13:06 Dear residents, Around 150,000 bicycles are stolen across Britain every year, with bike theft proving to be a growing frustration for cyclists everywhere. You can make your bike more secure using the following tips: Do not leave cycles in isolated places. Make sure you secure bikes to proper cycle stands or robust street furniture (but do observe any requests not to use certain items of street furniture and be sure not to cause any damage) Lock cycles through the frame, and secure or remove wheels. Also remove smaller parts and accessories that can't be secured, especially lights, pumps and quick release saddles Make the lock hard to maneuver when parked. Do not allow thieves to place your lock(s) in contact with the ground. Park cycles safely and considerately where they will not cause a danger or obstruction to others, particularly to older people, young children or people with disabilities. And always lock a cycle when leaving it, even if it's only for a few minutes. Get a lock that works Call Sold Secure on 01327 264687 or visit soldsecure.com for a list of approved locks. They also strongly recommend ground or wall anchors for use in a garage or shed. More than half of all bike thefts take place from the owner's property so ensure garages and sheds are well secured and never leave your bike unattended outside your home, even for just a short time. Register it Register your bike at immobilise.com This will make it easier for the police to reunite you with your bike if it is recovered. Should you require any further information or crime prevention advice, please do not hesitate to contact your local team. Regards, Emma Gardiner PS18VW Hillside SNT E-mail: Hillside.snt@met.police.uk Tel: 0208 7212458
Operation Drive Out Vehicle Crime - July 2011 July 06, 2011 12:27 July 2011 DRIVE OUT VEHICLE CRIME In Merton theft from vehicles is a bigger problem than theft of vehicles, and often these crimes are opportunistic, and occur because owners have left something on display when they park their car, or worse have left it unlocked while they pop into a shop or in and out of their own home. If you own a works van or are a tradesman with a van we would urge you not to leave your tools in your vehicles overnight, even outside your home as there have been a number of vans broken into overnight with tools being stolen. So far operation Drive Out Vehicle Crime has seen some excellent results with reductions in theft from motor vehicle. We would like to attribute this success down to you as it is you that have heeded our advice and taken valuables from your car etc. However we must not be complacent and there are still reports of cars being broken into with property left on display. The vulnerable vehicle scheme, involves your local Police making a note of cars left with goods on show, and then the owners receive a letter telling them that their car was seen in a vulnerable state, and giving advice and information on car security. A notice will be attached to your windscreen to act as a reminder not to leave valuables on display. Cars are more than just a means of getting from A to B. They often act as wardrobes, offices, telephone boxes, concert halls and have many other functions depending on what we keep in them. Often the value of all the possessions kept in the vehicle can be as much as the value of the car itself. Laptop computers, cameras, tool kits, sat navs are all fairly expensive items and they are often left on display in cars. A parked car is an invitation to any sneak thief, load it with goodies on display and it will be an offer they can’t refuse! Don’t leave property on view • If possible take all valuables with you, • If you have to leave valuables in your car then lock them in the boot where they can’t be seen. • Lock all doors and windows • Check boot lids, hatch backs and sunroofs • Lock the glove compartment if you can For any further information please contact your local Safer Neighbourhood Team via the main Met Police website by telephone or by e-mail. If you wish to become a member of Community safe and sign up to free crime alerts and news of what your local safer Neighbourhood Team is up to please contact them direct or join via www.communitysafe.gov.uk.
Project Griffin - Invitation to a free Awareness Day Thursday 1st September 2011 June 29, 2011 11:33 Please see attached which is an invitation to a FREE seminar at the New Wimbledon Theatre on Thursday 1st September 2011 at 11am. Tickets are limited and are on a first come, first served basis. Project Griffin is a nationally recognised model to deliver Counter Terrorism and crime awareness to individuals and groups including those responsible for safety and security of buildings, businesses, districts or neighbourhoods. The project is a Police and Private Industry initiative developed by the City of London Police (CoLP) to raise the public's awareness of counter terrorism issues. Project Griffin can assist the police to forge links with partners and businesses by providing an insight to counter terrorism awareness through organised events, and subsequently maintaining strong working relationships by continuing to engage with them thereafter. The main benefit to this is the extra 'eyes and ears' on the street and the increase and quality of reports received by the police of suspicious activity. The objectives of Project Griffin are to: • Raise public awareness of current terrorism and crime issues; • Share and gather intelligence and information; • Build and maintain effective working relationships and partnerships; • Maintain trust and confidence in the police and other authorities; • Empower people to report suspicious activity and behaviour to the police Jim COOK - Partnershiop Inspector Merton Police. Project Griffin flyer (140 KB)
update Online Survey May 20, 2011 15:16 Chief Inspector Lawrence, would like to clarify the following - The acceptance of minimum standards does not mean that there will only be one front counter per borough. The concept of minimum standards is to reassure communities that whatever change is implemented, there will be at least one front counter on the Borough (together with specified facilities) and further sites in response to local demand or the needs of local communities. This could mean that we see no change from current front counter provision. This is why we are consulting and this is why we are seeking community feedback before the Review Team makes any long-term decision on front counter provision across the Borough and across London. Regards, Emma PS18VW Gardiner Hillside SNT
Changes to team and contact details May 20, 2011 12:27 Dear Residents, Following the ward panel meeting that took place last night, a request was made for residents to be updated regarding the changes to your local SNT team, and also contact details for the relevant teams within your ward. Therefore, your Hillside SNT, now comprises of the following officers - PS18VW Emma Gardiner PC707VW Craig Brown PC143VW Loraine Robson (date of joining TBC) PCSO7226VW Lesley Chitty E-mail: hillside.snt@met.police.uk Tel: 0208 7212458 PS24VW Tony Oram, is now running the Wimbledon Town Centre Team. A dedicated team for the town centre, tackling predominantly theft offences and Anti Social Behaviour. That team consists of - PS24VW Tony Oram PC286VW Mark Whitehouse PC222VW Simon Hirsh PC101VW Angela Breen PC971VW Harvey Teague (date of joining TBC) Also aligned to the team are four Special Constables. E-mail: VW-SNTVWWimbledonTownCentreManagers@met.police.uk Tel: 07825 782571 I look forward to continuing the excellent work undertaken by my predecessor. Regards, Emma PS18VW Gardiner Hillside SNT
Merton Police Launch Forecourt Watch May 03, 2011 11:41 DRIVE OUT VEHICLE CRIME Merton has become the latest borough to become an active member of the Petrol Station Forecourt Watch Scheme. The scheme, run jointly by Territorial Policing Pan-London Forecourt Crime and the British Oil Security Syndicate (BOSS) aims to cut fuel theft across the Metropolitan Police Area. Forecourt Watch is being used in the London Borough of Merton to target and deter criminals who commit drive-offs, this problem has increased significantly with the recent rise in fuel prices. This type of crime is often linked to other crimes including theft of number plates and burglary so it is important that we catch those committing these offences and bring them to justice. PC Richard BROWN the Problem Solving Advisor for Merton Borough and Borough representative for Forecourt Watch said:- "We are all affected by this crime, as ultimately any losses suffered by the industry will be passed on to the paying customers. Several petrol stations have invested in upgraded CCTV to protect their staff and help to support prosecutions." Our aim is to maintain fuel stations as a safe environment for customers and staff, targeting those people who drive off without paying for their fuel and use service stations as a route to commit more serious crimes.” Research shows that offences of driving off without paying for fuel are often linked to offenders or vehicles involved in other types of crime and to disqualified drivers, those without insurance, tax or MOT, or vehicles with false number plates. BOSS Forecourt Watch documentation for the recording and notifying of drive-off incidents will be provided to staff at all forecourts taking part in the scheme. This enables fuel service stations to work in conjunction with police and BOSS to help bring offenders to justice. High visibility stickers and posters on the forecourt itself will raise awareness among customers and potential thieves that Forecourt Watch is in operation and that making off without payment is a criminal offence. Service stations registered with the scheme will also benefit from sharing information with police and each other on suspects, vehicles and known offenders – to maximise disruption and detection of offences. For any further information please contact your local Safer Neighbourhood Team via the main Met Police website by telephone or by e-mail. If you wish to become a member of Community safe and sign up to free crime alerts and news of what your local safer Neighbourhood Team is up to please contact them direct or join via www.communitysafe.gov.uk.
Hillside News April 28, 2011 07:58 In the last financial year there has been a reduction in reported crime of nearly 22% on Hillside Ward. This equates to over 100 less victims of crime on the ward which is a fantastic result. Hillside is one of the safer wards in London with the majority of crimes relating to offences in the town centre these include theft of personal items, shoplifting and theft of pedal cycles. Please do not be complacent and take care of your possessions when out and about in the town centre. Also with the recent nice weather please ensure all your windows and doors are locked when leaving the premises. Please also note that there will be some staff changes on the ward with a new Sergeant in charge PS18 Emma Gardiner and PC Craig Brown. PCSO lesley Chitty will still be on the ward. I have moved to take over the town centre team in order to reduce crime .you can still contact the team on Hillside.snt@met.police.uk or 02087212458
Online Survey April 28, 2011 07:56 Please log onto the Metroplitan Police website at www.met.police.uk Tell us how you want to access police services and influence the future of local policing in your area in an online survey. You can complete the anonymous survey on line. Click on the link "give us your feedback" The survey is part of a review being carried out by the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) into the different ways in which you can contact police and access our services. These range from telephone, online and face-to-face methods, including via police stations and appointments. The survey aims to find out which of the many channels you currently use to contact us and after learning about the variety of ways that exist, the survey poses the question would you choose a different way of accessing police services in future. Help shape the future of policing survey Territorial Policing Assistant Commissioner (AC) Ian McPherson, said: “In these challenging financial times, it is essential that the MPS makes best use of available resources. This is one of the key aims of the review that will ensure we can deliver an efficient and cost effective service in the right place at the right time. It is important we look to meet the needs of a modern and diverse London and this process is an endeavour to do so.” We will use the results of the survey to develop a strategy to maintain and enhance public access to policing services within a core minimum standard. No decisions have yet been made and any changes will only take place with the approval of the most senior officers and staff who form the MPS Management Board and the Metropolitan Police Authority (MPA), an independent governing body that holds the MPS to account. AC McPherson added: “The survey will also be supported by a period of consultation with local partners and stakeholders, such as councils, Independent Advisory Groups and Neighbourhood Watch schemes. The views of our partners and the public are key to any decisions made as to how services should be delivered in the future.” To have your say complete the survey by 27th May 2011. Your views are important to us and will help us improve our services to better meet your needs. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey if possible. Tony Oram PS24VW

How You Can Help Decide on the Future Policing Priorities

January 24, 2012 12:56

Dear Hillside Residents

As your Sergeant for Hillside Ward, I am trying to register interest in taking part in a new initiative which aims to increase the police's understanding of the issues which affect you and the wider community.

A Ward Panel is the forum where representatives of your neighbourhood, your Local Safer Neighbourhoods Police team and Local Authority meet to agree local police priorities.

Your contribution, via an online survey will help make their decisions more relevant to your local area and the problems that affect your community. The survey will be emailed to you approximately 2 weeks before the next Ward Panel meeting. It involves you filling out a handful of questions and returning the survey. The results of this survey I will present to the Ward Panel at the relevant meeting.

There will also be a facility within this survey to add additional comments, enabling you to make the local policing team aware of any other community concerns you may have.

Please note that adding a comment does not mean you will automatically receive a reply from our team.

If you are interested in taking part in this online survey please reply to the Hillside.snt@met.police.uk including your address and contact details so that we can get back to you.

Thank you

Sgt Jeff New
Hillside Safer Neighbourhoods Team

0208 721 2458

Hillside.snt@met.police.uk.

Message from Merton Trading Standards

November 05, 2011 22:29

Dear resident,

I should like to make you aware of the following message from Merton Trading Standards.

Merton Trading Standards are reporting a noticeable rise in scams targeting local residents and businesses.

One recently reported scam concerns telephone calls from con artists who attempt to gain bank and personal details from victims by claiming they are entitled to compensation following a road traffic collision.

The usual technique is to phone the victims on a withheld number from overseas and tell them they know the victim has been in a car accident in the last few years and that they are eligible to claim compensation if they have been in a road accident.

Trading Standards are warning residents not to part with their bank or personal details unless they know they are dealing with a genuine organisation. They stress you should never let yourself to be pressured or persuaded into releasing your details to someone you do not know or trust.

For more information on scams and how to avoid being caught out please visit www.merton.gov.uk/scams”

Kind regards,

Emma Gardiner

PS18VW

Hillside SNT

E-mail: Hillside.snt@met.police.uk

Tel: 0208 7212458

Warning - scam letter

October 26, 2011 17:37

Dear residents,

I should like to take this opportunity to make you aware of a scam letter that is being sent to residents within the ward.

The letter purports to be from a Huo Pong who represents Hung Kai Finance Company. The letter claims that the recipient is entitled to claim a legacy of approximately $10.5 million United States Dollars.

Please do not be taken in by this letter.

This letter is a scam. It would seem that other areas of, not only the borough, but the country have received this letter.

Please could you make those without access to CommunitySafe, particularly potentially vulnerable neighbours, aware of this letter to prevent them falling prey to such a callous fraud.

Should you require any further crime prevention or advice, please do not hesitate to contact your local SNT team.

Kind regards,

Emma Gardiner

PS18VW

Hillside SNT

E-mail: Hillside.snt@met.police.uk

Tel: 0208 7212458

Burglary crime prevention advice

October 21, 2011 15:58

Dear Resident,

May I take this opportunity to remind you of the following crime prevention advice -

1. If you have a UPVC door, please remember to not only turn the handle up, but also to lock it with the key. At the scene of a recent burglary where a car was stolen, police found a metal pole which had been bent to enable it to not only fit through a letter box, but to hook around the door handle and pull it down.

2. Please do not leave car keys in sight of a door. A similar "fishing" technique is being used to fish car keys through the letter box - no need for suspects to even enter the property.

3. Keep keys in a safe place, and if you can, take them with you to bed.

Please don’t make it easy for criminals to help themselves to your hard earned belongings.

If you would like more information on this, or any other matter, please do not hesitate to contact your local Hillside SNT.

Regards,

Emma Gardiner

PS18VW

Hillside SNT

E-mail: Hillside.snt@met.police.uk

Tel: 0208 7212458

Crime Prevention Advice During this unseasonal weather.

September 28, 2011 15:59

Rising temperatures and hot weather present criminals with additional opportunities. Taking a few simple precautions can reduce the chances of you becoming a victim of a summer crime.

People are generally more relaxed when they are in their own homes and security can lapse, particularly with the onset of good weather. In summer burglary rates can increase as access to properties becomes easier via open or insecure windows. London can be a hot, stuffy place; naturally we like to ventilate our homes and/or business premises. Burglars will exploit any open window.

Even if you are in the building a burglar will often strike while householders sleep upstairs, or when you are just in the back garden, or another part of the building. We encourage people to fit and most importantly, use good mortice locks on all doors and key operated locks on accessible windows (do not leave keys in the locks).
"Accessible windows" are ones relatively easy to reach. The obvious ones are those at ground level, but those above a ground floor extension or porch, or next to a drainpipe can be equally as easy to reach.

Traditional sash windows can be secured by fitting two pairs of sash stops to the upper frame. The lower pair locks the window shut, but can be removed to allow a 6-inch gap for ventilation; the upper pair prevents the window being opened further. Be mindful of a criminals’ ability to fish for nearby items via this gap though, the window is secure to actual entry perhaps, but not entirely secure. A room with a window secured in this fashion should not be left unoccupied and items of value should never be left in view of such a window, even if the room is occupied: a thief can strike in a matter of seconds if the item is close enough to the window.

Ask neighbours to keep an eye on your property while you are away, be prepared to return the favour.When parking your motor vehicles never leave valuables, including sunglasses on display. Encourage visitors to do the same. Even indications there may be something of worth in your car can give rise to an attempt – a jacket on the back seat or floor of the car, sucker marks on the window from a satellite navigation cradle etc

Whilst driving in slow traffic, remember handbags, phones etc on seats could be grabbed through an open window. The offender might be on a bicycle or moped with little chance of being caught.

Cycle crime increases in summer simply because more people use their bikes. Unattended bicycles should always be locked to something solid. Secure the frame and wheels, two locks being better than one. Remember those expensive bike accessories as well take them with you. Visit www.bikeoff.org for further information on reducing cycle crime (as well as others – a more detailed list an be provided by your local Crime Prevention Officer).

Finally, remember to care for personal possessions when out walking. The Borough has several parks and open places to enjoy in warm weather, don't let a Robber spoil your day.

Safer Merton Strategic Assessment - Your chance to set the crime and disorder priorities within Merton

September 20, 2011 14:42

Dear all,

Safer Merton is your local Crime and Disorder Reduction Partnership. The partners include a range of agencies such as the Police, Council, Fire Brigade, Health and Probation Services, working together to reduce problems in the borough related to crime, anti-social behaviour and drug and alcohol misuse.

By March 2012 Safer Merton will have completed its annual borough wide Strategic Assessment. This assessment examines all the crimes that have happened in Merton in order to help us set the Partnership’s priorities for 2012/13.

To help inform this decision making process we would really appreciate your views and for you to tell us what your concerns and priorities are. Below is a link to a form to enable you to provide us with your comments.

http://www.merton.gov.uk/safermertonconsultation

The consultation period will begin on the 19th August and the deadline for comments is the 23rd of September 2011. For more information, please contact Safer Merton at safer.merton@merton.gov.uk or alternatively please call us on 020 8 545 4146

Many thanks

Safer Merton

Cycle theft - crime prevention advice

September 20, 2011 13:59

ear residents,

The following is a guide on various measures that can be taken in order to reduce the risk of your pedal cycle being stolen.

LOCKS

First and foremost it is important to emphasise that the best way to reduce the risk of bike theft is to invest in a substantial bike lock, there are many different types available on the market, but D-locks and heavy chain locks are particularly strong and will help reduce the risk of bike theft. For further advice see www.soldsecure.com.

LOCKING YOUR BIKE

It is important when locking your bike that any removable parts, i.e. wheels, saddles etc, are either removed or secured with the bike, and most importantly make sure the main frame is secured to whichever locking point you are using. Any locks use you use should not be allowed to trail on the floor as this will aid any thief in attempting to break the lock. When you secure the bike, make sure that it is locked in such a way that any movement is limited making it hard for anyone to position it to facilitate cutting the lock.

When choosing your locking point it is important to secure the bike to an immovable object or stand, preferably a designated cycle stand. It is also worth bearing in mind that if you avoid locking your bike in an isolated and dimly lit location, you limit any opportunities for potential thieves.

When locking your bike to a lamppost or sign, consider the height and assess whether it would be possible for someone to lift the bike and lock over the top in order to steal it.

BIKE IDENTIFICATION

It is important to make note of any serial numbers or unique features of your bike to make it easy to trace or identify in the event it is stolen, and you can also register your cycle with a bike marking scheme online. It is quite common for police to recover stolen bikes where we are unable to re-unite it with an owner as the bike has not been registered and quite often because the owner has not reported the theft to police in the first place.

Reporting stolen bikes not only helps us with restoring it to the owner but it can also provide us with valuable information which can assist us in tackling bike theft on the streets. Companies such as SELECTAMARK provide online marking schemes.

PURCHASING BIKES ONLINE

When purchasing bikes online from private sellers it is important to ask yourself a question, is the sale price too good to be true? If so then there is a possibility that the bike is stolen! Find out how much the bike is worth first and then compare that with the asking price.

Regards,

Emma Gardiner

PS18VW

Hillside SNT

E-mail: Hillside.snt@met.police.uk

Tel: 0208 7212458

The funeral of Mark DUGGAN - Police Reassurance Message

September 08, 2011 08:36

This message has been sent at the request of Chief Superintendent WOLFENDEN, the Police Borough Commander for Merton

Additional officers will be deployed on the streets tomorrow engaging with the local community and providing reassurance patrols. If any members of the local community have concerns, feedback, viewpoints and any intelligence that might have a bearing upon the forthcoming funeral arrangements then please can they contact their local Safer Neighbourhood Team.

Commander Mak Chishty, who has responsibility for the area of North London, has met with the parents and family of Mark Duggan and discussed the policing arrangements for the funeral on Friday 9 September 2011 in Tottenham.

In line with the family’s wishes, the policing in Tottenham will reflect the family’s desire for a local, peaceful and dignified funeral.

We have met with community and business representatives and listened to their concerns and to provide reassurance additional officers will be providing a very visible presence across London.

Free women's self defence classes

September 02, 2011 15:51

Dear residents,

Please see information below, sent on behalf of Lee Roberts.

Free Women's Self Defence Classes

Neighbourhood Watch are offering women the chance to learn various techniques regarding women’s self-protection. The chances of being a victim of an attack are very unlikely but you will be taught skills that could assist you in dealing with confrontational situations. The training is being offered free of charge but you will need to commit to two 1 and a 1/2 hour sessions over two weeks (one session each week). In order to be as inclusive as possible we are holding 4 events, two of which are during the day.

Date as follows:

14th and 21st September 2011 - 11.30am-1.00pm - Raynes Park - St Matthews Church Hall, Spence Road (j/w Durham Road)
12th and 19th October 2011 - 7pm-8.30pm - Mitcham Police Station
29th November and 6th December 2011 - 7pm-8.30pm - Morden - Civic Centre
7th and 14th December 2011 - 11am-12.30pm - Wimbledon - Venue TBC

The sessions are being run by Leoni Munslow, who has 20 years experience in martial arts and holds a black belt in Japanese Jiu Jitsu, a brown belt in Judo and a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ). An active competitor in domestic and international competitions, Leoni is the current British Champion in BJJ and has been nominated "UK female competitor of the year 2010" by the European Fight Network.

If you are interested in attending one of the sessions please contact the Neighbourhood Watch office at mertonnhw@met.police.uk or call 020 8649 3213.

Regards

Lee Roberts

Neighbourhood Watch Manager

Mitcham Police Station

58 Cricket Green

Mitcham

Surrey

CR4 4LA

Telephone: 020 8649 3213

Email: lee.roberts@met.police.uk

Website: www.mertonnhw.co.uk

Tell us your concerns and priorities

August 24, 2011 15:52

Dear residents,

Safer Merton is your local Crime and Disorder Reduction Partnership. The partners include a range of agencies such as the Police, Council, Fire Brigade, Health and Probation Services, working together to reduce problems in the borough related to crime, anti-social behaviour and drug and alcohol misuse.

By March 2012 Safer Merton will have completed its annual borough wide Strategic Assessment. This assessment examines all the crimes that have happened in Merton in order to help us set the Partnership’s priorities for 2012/13.

To help inform this decision making process we would really appreciate your views and for you to tell us what your concerns and priorities are. Below is a link to a form to enable you to provide us with your comments.

http://www.merton.gov.uk/safermertonconsultation

The consultation period will begin on the 19th August and the deadline for comments is the 23rd of September 2011. For more information, please contact Safer Merton at safer.merton@merton.gov.uk or alternatively please call us on 020 8 545 4146

Many thanks,

Safer Merton

update

Borough Commander Update 15/08/2011 (8pm)

August 15, 2011 19:34

Borough Commander Update 15/08/2011 (8pm)

For some time now Merton borough has returned to normality and local businesses are trading as usual. The weekend has passed without any significant incident; however policing numbers within the borough will remain high.

Recent postings to the ‘latest news’ section of our internet site have concentrated on the local disorder we experienced last week together with updates as to the police response.

Although concentrating on these issues, which understandably have been a significant topic of discussion and debate, we continue to deliver a range of other policing activities, ensuring that we continue to remain focused on crime prevention, crime reduction and other enforcement activity in order to keep communities within the borough safe.

Although the organisations media ‘appeal focus’ has concentrated on those responsible for last weeks disorder and related offences, we hope that anyone with information about any crime (either on the borough or elsewhere) will also come forward and give us the often vital information that we need to progress the investigation. Any information please pass to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or Merton Police on 101 anytime of the day or night.

I also take this opportunity to remind Merton Borough residents that during the summer months we invariably experience an increase in residential burglaries on the borough where entry is gained through open windows.

Another crime type, which with the help of the public we can reduce, is theft from vehicles left unattended on the borough. We have noticed a rise in movable objects been stolen such as sat-navs and laptop computers which are left on display within vehicles on the street. Please consider what items may be attractive to an opportunist thief and make an effort to remove or conceal them from unattended vehicles.

Last night I patrolled within Morden and as with Wimbledon and Mitcham I was struck by the community spirit and the wide condemnation of those responsible for the disorder, violence and stealing which occurred last week.

We now have a notice board which is full of messages, letters and e-mails from our communities offering us their support and goodwill. On behalf of all the staff thank you so much, it has certainly helped in keeping our morale high. Messages from the children on the borough are especially touching!

In any emergency requiring immediate police attendance, always dial 999.

Dick Wolfenden
Borough Commander

merton@met.police.uk

Community Meeting held in Colliers Wood - Update 13/08/2011 (5pm)

August 14, 2011 23:42

Superintendent Pete Dobson, Merton Police, writes "I have just returned from a well attended Community meeting in Colliers Wood, the area in our borough most affected by Monday’s disorder. I was extremely pleased to receive so much support from the local community after explaining how the events unfolded locally.

There was also praise for the local partnership that came together in a united response to the incidents as well as thanks for the local volunteers that came out to help.

Joining local residents and families, many of our community leaders were also there, including the local MP Siobhain McDonagh, the leader of the council Stephen Alambritis , the Chief Executive Ged Curran and Director for Environment from Merton, Merton's London Fire Brigade Borough Commander Jane Philpott, ward councillors, the Chamber of Commerce , faith leaders and many more.

A healthy exchange of views took place with an emphasis on how to get back to normal, and then how to build local community cohesion and public spiritedness. There were many suggestions and ideas for learning and improving services, willingness for the business community to have closer links with the police and local authority and this includes developing quicker lines of communications.

CommunitySafe (our free text messaging alert/advise/inform service) already has in excess of 24,000 email contacts amongst the residential community, and could be extended to include business and retailers. This will be taken forward.

The Mitcham Status Fair has also returned to normal by opening their doors for the full planned hours.

Police are still working hard to arrest offenders and much of this work involves search warrants and detective support from New Scotland Yard. Our local authority CCTV is being scrutinised and we will be publicising many more images of suspects in the coming days, weeks and even months. This enquiry will go on until we have we exhausted every possible lead.

I am now making plans for the police to return to near normal levels of policing. It is not a realistic option for my staff to continue working 12 hour shifts without any days off for the remainder of the summer, but I will be making sure we have sufficient resilience that we can quickly up our numbers at short notice if needed.

The borough remains calm and confidence is slowly gaining momentum - if you didn't know about Monday's disorder then you would think everything was quite normal except may be the extra police on visible patrols.

Lastly, can I just ask again for your continued support in terms of providing information and intelligence. This is so important to keep the high levels of police enforcement activity at its current levels.

Any information please pass to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or Merton Police on 101 anytime of the day or night.

In any emergency requiring immediate police attendance, always dial 999. "

Pete Dobson
Superintendent Operations

merton@met.police.uk

Message from Borough Commander

August 11, 2011 14:30

Dear residents,

Merton Borough Commander Chief Superintendent Dick Wolfenden writes "Since my last update (6pm yesterday), much work has been done overnight in relation to identifying and arresting those responsible for Monday night's serious disorder in Colliers Wood.

This morning a number of search warrants have been executed locally by Merton police, leading to a number of arrests.

A significant amount of property believed to have been stolen from local retailers has been recovered.

Last night was relatively quiet with no outbreaks of disorder. Current policing levels are set to continue and will be reviewed on a daily basis.

I would like to thank the many members of our local communities and businesses who have been providing information to us about suspected looters and those involved in the violence, and supporting my officers and staff with so many messages of goodwill.

We urge our communities to continue helping us, giving any information on the identities of the wanted people whose CCTV images we either have or will be releasing over the coming days. Call Crimestoppers 0800 555 11 or Merton Police via 101 any time.

We continue to work closely with our partners at Merton Council and I thank them for the extraordinary support they are giving us in so many practical ways.

I have been asked by a number of stakeholders to explain the purpose of two operations that are running at the moment 'Operation Kirkin' and 'Operation Withern'

Operation Kirkin is the overall MPS policing operation which is coordinating a pan-London response to the series of outbreaks of criminality and disorder across London which commenced in Haringey Borough on Saturday 6th August and has spread to other London boroughs, including Merton.

Operation Withern is the Pan-London dedicated criminal investigation which is coordinating the resources and investigative strategies associated with all the crimes associated with the same events.

Merton Borough is aligned to and supporting both operations, making full use of the central and specialist support and additional resources available from elsewhere within the organisation.

Finally many of my staff are tired, but we remain absolutely resolute in our shared desire to do all that we possibly can to continue to keep communities within the borough safe and prevent bad things happening to good people.

As always, on behalf of all at Merton Police, thank you once again for the many messages of support we are currently receiving.

Regards,

Emma Gardiner

PS18VW

Hillside SNT

E-mail: Hillside.snt@met.police.uk

Tel: 0208 7212458

Public safety messages

August 10, 2011 20:43

Public safety messages

10.08.11

Last night London did not see the levels of disorder we saw the previous night and large numbers of officers on the streets prevented incidents occurring.

We will continue with similar numbers of officers on the streets of London tonight and this will be reviewed on a daily basis.

We ask members of the public to remain vigilant and take sensible precautions to ensure their safety.

We would advise members of the public to avoid any unnecessary travel to areas that have been affected by the events of the last few of days, and help the emergency services by giving us the room that we need to respond. Make sure you are safe and do not put yourselves into vulnerable positions.

It is possible that your journeys to and from your destination may be affected so think ahead and plan carefully. Stay alert and be aware of what is going on around you. If you do have any concerns about returning home, you should consider staying with friends or family members outside of the affected areas.

Over the last 24 hour period we have taken almost double the 999 calls that we normally would see (10,000 compared to a normal 5,300). However during the previous 24 hour period to this we received over 20,000 999 calls. Consequently some callers may experience difficulty in getting through to 999, or waiting longer than usual for their call to be answered. We would ask you to bear with us, and only use 999 in situations that require an immediate police response.

We wish to reassure members of the public that we continue to have plans and resources in place to respond to any further disorder, deal with normal policing across the city and keep Londoners safe. We continue to work with our partners and the community to ensure residents and businesses can go about their daily lives in confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Getting information and advice

Where can I get information and advice?

Police are providing the media with information to keep the public informed. Tune in to your local radio or television station for updates or visit our website.

You can also follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/metpoliceuk or join our Neighbourhoodlink service. For more information visit www.neighbourhoodlink.met.police.uk/registration/

How can I find out local information?

Many councils are providing local updates on the disturbances in their area.

You can find your local council by following the DirectGov link below: Find your local council Opens new window

Travelling in and around London

Is it safe to travel around London?

We would advise members of the public to avoid any unnecessary travel to areas that have been affected by the events of the last couple of days and to keep safe by not putting themselves into vulnerable positions.

It is possible that your journeys to and from your destination may be affected so think ahead and plan carefully. Stay alert and be aware of what is going on around you.

If you do have any concerns about returning home this evening, you should consider staying with friends or family members outside of the affected areas.

If you need help planning a journey, you can use the ‘Travel Tools’ on TfL’s website. [Link to http://www.tfl.gov.uk/tfl/traveltools/default.aspx?cmp=BAC-campaign&campaign-id=fwd-TRAVELTOOLS] These include tools to help plan your journey and free mobile travel alerts.

You can also call the London Travel Information on 020 7222 1234 any time - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It can provide journey information like the last tube and bus times, bus stop locations and cab numbers, as well as train, DLR and tram information.

Are the buses safe?

Our Safer Transport Teams are providing support to drivers and providing a visible presence, but please consider whether your journey is absolutely necessary.

Advice for parents/guardians

Are my children safe?

There are unprecedented numbers of officers on the streets of London - around 16,000 today. We are doing everything we can to support communities and keep people safe.

Over the last few nights there have been a large numbers of young people placing themselves in situations that were dangerous and violent. We appeal to parents and all those responsible for young people to work together with police to ensure that youngsters do not get drawn into the kind of disorder we have seen.

There is a role for the whole community - police, parents, schools, local leaders and others - to stand together and convey the message that crime and disorder will not be tolerated.

Contacting the police

I can’t get through on 999, what should I do?

If it is an emergency please keep trying. We have been experiencing significant demands; almost double as many calls than normal. We will deal with your call as quickly as possible. If it is not an emergency, please use one of the following:

calling 101 to report a crime that has already happened, seek crime prevention advice or make us aware of any policing issues in your local area.
via our website at www.met.police.uk
via your local police station.

Helping the police

How can I help the police?

You can help us by assisting in the identification of people that have been looting, rioting and committing crime.

Anyone with information should call our incident room on 020 8345 4142. Alternatively you can call the Crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111.

We are also publishing images of people wanted in connection with looting. Follow the link below to see if you recognise any of the people we wish to speak to.

Wanted for looting: Metropolitan Police's Flickr channel Opens new window

Police tactics

What tactic are the police using?

The MPS employs tactics that are primarily designed to prevent injury to members of the public and police officers. In instances where officers have been outnumbered, they have waited until they can intervene with minimum risk to the public. The MPS is determined to prevent further crime and to bring the criminals to justice.

Emma Gardiner

PS18VW

Hillside SNT

E-mail: Hillside.snt@met.police.uk

Tel: 0208 7212458

Message from Borough Commander

August 10, 2011 15:06

MERTON BOROUGH COMMANDER WRITES

Dear residents,

I have been asked to circulate a message from Merton Borough Commander Dick Wolfenden to you all.

"Following on from the violence, disorder, theft and criminal damage which took place on Monday evening within Merton we have worked together with the local authority, community groups (especially the business community) and other local stakeholders to plan and prepare for any outbreaks of similar criminal activity on the borough."

"As a result of a significant number of extra resources (supplemented by volunteers, special constables, police staff and other regular officers who have volunteered to come in from home) we are in a much improved position to cope with any future civil unrest and disorder."

"Our local CID are actively investigating the events that took place on Monday evening and we will follow all available leads to bring those responsible to justice. Last night was significantly quiet and any intelligence which suggested that groups were gathering intent on criminal behavior was actioned and potential offenders robustly dealt with."

"Our current intelligence does not suggest any immediate threat to local public order, however we are not complacent and will ensure we sustain optimum staffing levels for some time to come. "

"As always, I am extremely proud of all my staff and especially those who for a considerable time were expected to deal with large hostile crowds who were intent on causing criminal damage and stealing goods. We have been overwhelmed by messages of support from all sections of the community which has also been greatly appreciated by all staff."

"If you would like to pass on any comments or thoughts to our officers and staff, please email us at merton@met.police.uk".

"Merton police warn anyone who may be inclined to engage in civil disorder and theft to consider the consequences of such action - especially in terms of how such activity is impacting on their local communities."

"We also encourage anyone who knows of any individuals or groups that have either been involved in the recent disorder or are planning future events to let us know by calling the Major Incident Room on 0208 345 4142, or the new 101 non-emergency police contact number."

"You can also call Crimestoppers in confidence on 0800 555 111."

"Remember - in any case of emergency always dial 999."

Regards,

Emma Gardiner

PS18VW

Hillside SNT

E-mail: Hillside.snt@met.police.uk

Tel: 0208 7212458

Advice to the Business Community following the recent unrest in London

August 08, 2011 19:47

During the evening and into the night of Saturday 6th August 2011 public disorder and criminal damage to residential and business premises ensued within the London borough of Haringey. This has been widely reported in the media both at local, regional and national level.

On Sunday 7th August 2011 a second night of disorder resulted in further criminal damage to shops, residential buildings and vehicles being badly damaged in the London boroughs of Enfield, Waltham Forest and Lambeth.

The Metropolitan Police Service has dealt with several incidents of ‘copycat criminal activity’ across London which has resulted in over 100 arrests for criminal offences. The MPS is aware of the impact this is having on the business community and is making every effort to combat further criminal activity by increasing the levels of high visibility patrols across London.

Criminal activity has taken place across a number of areas. There is no intelligence of specific targeting of identified business premises.

The Operation Withern team is continuing their investigation to identify those people responsible for the violence, disorder and crime we have seen to ensure that they are brought to justice.

You may notice an increase in the number of police officers in your area and this should not be cause for alarm.
You may wish to take the following precautionary measures.
1. Where possible retail premises should be suitably staffed with security guards
2. Ensure staff report any suspicious activity to security and/or police
3. Consider regular checks of the building and surrounding area
4. Identify areas that are vulnerable to forced entry
5. Make sure all service doors are kept locked and secure when not in use
6. Ensure your CCTV system fully operational
7. In case of an emergency is there a record of the names of keyholders who can be contacted
8. Consider removing high value goods from display windows overnight
9. Consider keeping as little cash as possible on the premises
10. Ensure that your premises are secure and if fitted your alarm systems are fully operational
11. In the event of a non emergency, call the police on non emergency number 101
10. In the event of an emergency, call the emergency number 999
11. If you have any information you wish to provide to police anonymously you can contact the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.

Operation Withern is investigating the disorder and violence in parts of London over the weekend. An incident room has been set up. Anyone with information should call the major investigation team on 020 8345 4142.

The MPS has extra resources on duty across the capital. We are carefully monitoring any intelligence and ensuring we have our resources in the right places to support the ongoing policing plan. We will continue to respond to the needs of London’s communities and deal with any incidents of criminality.

Preventing burglary

August 04, 2011 08:27

Dear residents,

Whilst many of us welcome the sun and those barmy summer days, there are those unscrupulous characters who welcome the warmer climate for a far more sinister reason.

Please remember that when you leave your home to ensure that all windows are closed, and where possible, locked.

Let’s not give a burglary an opportunity to spoil your summer.

Should you require any crime prevention advice, please do not hesitate to contact your local police team.

Regards,

Emma Gardiner

PS18VW

Hillside SNT

E-mail: Hillside.snt@met.police.uk

Tel: 0208 7212458

Bicycle theft awareness

July 14, 2011 13:06

Dear residents,

Around 150,000 bicycles are stolen across Britain every year, with bike theft proving to be a growing frustration for cyclists everywhere. You can make your bike more secure using the following tips:

Do not leave cycles in isolated places.

Make sure you secure bikes to proper cycle stands or robust street furniture (but do observe any requests not to use certain items of street furniture and be sure not to cause any damage)

Lock cycles through the frame, and secure or remove wheels. Also remove smaller parts and accessories that can't be secured, especially lights, pumps and quick release saddles

Make the lock hard to maneuver when parked.

Do not allow thieves to place your lock(s) in contact with the ground.

Park cycles safely and considerately where they will not cause a danger or obstruction to others, particularly to older people, young children or people with disabilities. And always lock a cycle when leaving it, even if it's only for a few minutes.

Get a lock that works

Call Sold Secure on 01327 264687 or visit soldsecure.com for a list of approved locks. They also strongly recommend ground or wall anchors for use in a garage or shed.

More than half of all bike thefts take place from the owner's property so ensure garages and sheds are well secured and never leave your bike unattended outside your home, even for just a short time.

Register it

Register your bike at immobilise.com

This will make it easier for the police to reunite you with your bike if it is recovered.

Should you require any further information or crime prevention advice, please do not hesitate to contact your local team.

Regards,

Emma Gardiner

PS18VW

Hillside SNT

E-mail: Hillside.snt@met.police.uk

Tel: 0208 7212458

Operation Drive Out Vehicle Crime - July 2011

July 06, 2011 12:27

July 2011 DRIVE OUT VEHICLE CRIME In Merton theft from vehicles is a bigger problem than theft of vehicles, and often these crimes are opportunistic, and occur because owners have left something on display when they park their car, or worse have left it unlocked while they pop into a shop or in and out of their own home. If you own a works van or are a tradesman with a van we would urge you not to leave your tools in your vehicles overnight, even outside your home as there have been a number of vans broken into overnight with tools being stolen. So far operation Drive Out Vehicle Crime has seen some excellent results with reductions in theft from motor vehicle. We would like to attribute this success down to you as it is you that have heeded our advice and taken valuables from your car etc. However we must not be complacent and there are still reports of cars being broken into with property left on display. The vulnerable vehicle scheme, involves your local Police making a note of cars left with goods on show, and then the owners receive a letter telling them that their car was seen in a vulnerable state, and giving advice and information on car security. A notice will be attached to your windscreen to act as a reminder not to leave valuables on display. Cars are more than just a means of getting from A to B. They often act as wardrobes, offices, telephone boxes, concert halls and have many other functions depending on what we keep in them. Often the value of all the possessions kept in the vehicle can be as much as the value of the car itself. Laptop computers, cameras, tool kits, sat navs are all fairly expensive items and they are often left on display in cars. A parked car is an invitation to any sneak thief, load it with goodies on display and it will be an offer they can’t refuse! Don’t leave property on view • If possible take all valuables with you, • If you have to leave valuables in your car then lock them in the boot where they can’t be seen. • Lock all doors and windows • Check boot lids, hatch backs and sunroofs • Lock the glove compartment if you can For any further information please contact your local Safer Neighbourhood Team via the main Met Police website by telephone or by e-mail. If you wish to become a member of Community safe and sign up to free crime alerts and news of what your local safer Neighbourhood Team is up to please contact them direct or join via www.communitysafe.gov.uk.

Project Griffin - Invitation to a free Awareness Day Thursday 1st September 2011

June 29, 2011 11:33

Please see attached which is an invitation to a FREE seminar at the New Wimbledon Theatre on Thursday 1st September 2011 at 11am. Tickets are limited and are on a first come, first served basis. Project Griffin is a nationally recognised model to deliver Counter Terrorism and crime awareness to individuals and groups including those responsible for safety and security of buildings, businesses, districts or neighbourhoods. The project is a Police and Private Industry initiative developed by the City of London Police (CoLP) to raise the public's awareness of counter terrorism issues. Project Griffin can assist the police to forge links with partners and businesses by providing an insight to counter terrorism awareness through organised events, and subsequently maintaining strong working relationships by continuing to engage with them thereafter. The main benefit to this is the extra 'eyes and ears' on the street and the increase and quality of reports received by the police of suspicious activity. The objectives of Project Griffin are to: • Raise public awareness of current terrorism and crime issues; • Share and gather intelligence and information; • Build and maintain effective working relationships and partnerships; • Maintain trust and confidence in the police and other authorities; • Empower people to report suspicious activity and behaviour to the police Jim COOK - Partnershiop Inspector Merton Police.

Project Griffin flyer (140 KB)

update

Online Survey

May 20, 2011 15:16

Chief Inspector Lawrence, would like to clarify the following - The acceptance of minimum standards does not mean that there will only be one front counter per borough. The concept of minimum standards is to reassure communities that whatever change is implemented, there will be at least one front counter on the Borough (together with specified facilities) and further sites in response to local demand or the needs of local communities. This could mean that we see no change from current front counter provision. This is why we are consulting and this is why we are seeking community feedback before the Review Team makes any long-term decision on front counter provision across the Borough and across London. Regards, Emma PS18VW Gardiner Hillside SNT

Changes to team and contact details

May 20, 2011 12:27

Dear Residents, Following the ward panel meeting that took place last night, a request was made for residents to be updated regarding the changes to your local SNT team, and also contact details for the relevant teams within your ward. Therefore, your Hillside SNT, now comprises of the following officers - PS18VW Emma Gardiner PC707VW Craig Brown PC143VW Loraine Robson (date of joining TBC) PCSO7226VW Lesley Chitty E-mail: hillside.snt@met.police.uk Tel: 0208 7212458 PS24VW Tony Oram, is now running the Wimbledon Town Centre Team. A dedicated team for the town centre, tackling predominantly theft offences and Anti Social Behaviour. That team consists of - PS24VW Tony Oram PC286VW Mark Whitehouse PC222VW Simon Hirsh PC101VW Angela Breen PC971VW Harvey Teague (date of joining TBC) Also aligned to the team are four Special Constables. E-mail: VW-SNTVWWimbledonTownCentreManagers@met.police.uk Tel: 07825 782571 I look forward to continuing the excellent work undertaken by my predecessor. Regards, Emma PS18VW Gardiner Hillside SNT

Merton Police Launch Forecourt Watch

May 03, 2011 11:41

DRIVE OUT VEHICLE CRIME Merton has become the latest borough to become an active member of the Petrol Station Forecourt Watch Scheme. The scheme, run jointly by Territorial Policing Pan-London Forecourt Crime and the British Oil Security Syndicate (BOSS) aims to cut fuel theft across the Metropolitan Police Area. Forecourt Watch is being used in the London Borough of Merton to target and deter criminals who commit drive-offs, this problem has increased significantly with the recent rise in fuel prices. This type of crime is often linked to other crimes including theft of number plates and burglary so it is important that we catch those committing these offences and bring them to justice. PC Richard BROWN the Problem Solving Advisor for Merton Borough and Borough representative for Forecourt Watch said:- "We are all affected by this crime, as ultimately any losses suffered by the industry will be passed on to the paying customers. Several petrol stations have invested in upgraded CCTV to protect their staff and help to support prosecutions." Our aim is to maintain fuel stations as a safe environment for customers and staff, targeting those people who drive off without paying for their fuel and use service stations as a route to commit more serious crimes.” Research shows that offences of driving off without paying for fuel are often linked to offenders or vehicles involved in other types of crime and to disqualified drivers, those without insurance, tax or MOT, or vehicles with false number plates. BOSS Forecourt Watch documentation for the recording and notifying of drive-off incidents will be provided to staff at all forecourts taking part in the scheme. This enables fuel service stations to work in conjunction with police and BOSS to help bring offenders to justice. High visibility stickers and posters on the forecourt itself will raise awareness among customers and potential thieves that Forecourt Watch is in operation and that making off without payment is a criminal offence. Service stations registered with the scheme will also benefit from sharing information with police and each other on suspects, vehicles and known offenders – to maximise disruption and detection of offences. For any further information please contact your local Safer Neighbourhood Team via the main Met Police website by telephone or by e-mail. If you wish to become a member of Community safe and sign up to free crime alerts and news of what your local safer Neighbourhood Team is up to please contact them direct or join via www.communitysafe.gov.uk.

Hillside News

April 28, 2011 07:58

In the last financial year there has been a reduction in reported crime of nearly 22% on Hillside Ward. This equates to over 100 less victims of crime on the ward which is a fantastic result. Hillside is one of the safer wards in London with the majority of crimes relating to offences in the town centre these include theft of personal items, shoplifting and theft of pedal cycles. Please do not be complacent and take care of your possessions when out and about in the town centre. Also with the recent nice weather please ensure all your windows and doors are locked when leaving the premises. Please also note that there will be some staff changes on the ward with a new Sergeant in charge PS18 Emma Gardiner and PC Craig Brown. PCSO lesley Chitty will still be on the ward. I have moved to take over the town centre team in order to reduce crime .you can still contact the team on Hillside.snt@met.police.uk or 02087212458

Online Survey

April 28, 2011 07:56

Please log onto the Metroplitan Police website at www.met.police.uk Tell us how you want to access police services and influence the future of local policing in your area in an online survey. You can complete the anonymous survey on line. Click on the link "give us your feedback" The survey is part of a review being carried out by the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) into the different ways in which you can contact police and access our services. These range from telephone, online and face-to-face methods, including via police stations and appointments. The survey aims to find out which of the many channels you currently use to contact us and after learning about the variety of ways that exist, the survey poses the question would you choose a different way of accessing police services in future. Help shape the future of policing survey Territorial Policing Assistant Commissioner (AC) Ian McPherson, said: “In these challenging financial times, it is essential that the MPS makes best use of available resources. This is one of the key aims of the review that will ensure we can deliver an efficient and cost effective service in the right place at the right time. It is important we look to meet the needs of a modern and diverse London and this process is an endeavour to do so.” We will use the results of the survey to develop a strategy to maintain and enhance public access to policing services within a core minimum standard. No decisions have yet been made and any changes will only take place with the approval of the most senior officers and staff who form the MPS Management Board and the Metropolitan Police Authority (MPA), an independent governing body that holds the MPS to account. AC McPherson added: “The survey will also be supported by a period of consultation with local partners and stakeholders, such as councils, Independent Advisory Groups and Neighbourhood Watch schemes. The views of our partners and the public are key to any decisions made as to how services should be delivered in the future.” To have your say complete the survey by 27th May 2011. Your views are important to us and will help us improve our services to better meet your needs. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey if possible. Tony Oram PS24VW

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Borough Commander Update 15/08/2011 (8pm)

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Message from Borough Commander

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Message from Borough Commander

MERTON BOROUGH COMMANDER WRITES

Advice to the Business Community following the recent unrest in London

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Bicycle theft awareness

Operation Drive Out Vehicle Crime - July 2011

Project Griffin - Invitation to a free Awareness Day Thursday 1st September 2011

Online Survey

Changes to team and contact details

Merton Police Launch Forecourt Watch

Hillside News

Online Survey