Business Crime Reduction Partnership Week

This week, Coventry BID has taken part in Business Crime Reduction Partnership Week, this has seen a meaningful collaboration between the Coventry BID Street Patrol team and the West Midlands Police PCSOs from the St Michaels ward this was made possible with the support of. Sergeant O’Sullivan, Over the past three days, these dedicated teams have been working tirelessly to ensure the safety and security of Coventry's businesses, from the bustling high street names to our beloved independent retailers.

 

The initiative, part of BCRP week, saw officers and patrol teams carry out high-visibility reassurance patrols throughout the area. The goal was simple yet essential: to offer support, build relationships with local retailers, and provide crime prevention advice to ensure businesses feel safer and more confident in their surroundings.

 

Connecting with Retailers: Independents and High Street Businesses Alike

The patrol teams made it a priority to visit both independent shops and larger high street brands, recognising that all businesses, regardless of size, contribute to the vibrancy of Coventry’s retail landscape. By offering advice on crime prevention, they helped retailers take proactive steps in protecting their premises and stock. The reassurance provided by these visible patrols not only boosted confidence but also reinforced the importance of community collaboration in tackling crime.

 

One Store managers comment was – the presence of street patrol officers and PCSOs in helping deter shoplifting. Their walk-throughs create a visible deterrent, even if it's hard to measure exactly how many potential shoplifters have been discouraged by their presence. Having that community presence seems to play an important role in making the store feel safer and reducing theft.

 

What's On?

Congratulations!

Congratulations to Marc and the team at CV1 as they celebrate their first birthday!

 

Pop in and say hello to Marc and the team, especially this weekend as their birthday sale is on until March 31st, located in West Orchards Shopping Centre.