Home Office

The Home Office is the Government department responsible for internal affairs in England and Wales. They work to build a safe, just and tolerant society, to enhance opportunities for all, and to ensure that the protection and security of the public are maintained and enhanced.

Community safety - what's happening nationally?
We now have the highest ever number of police officers patrolling our streets,
and people are starting to feel safer.
As of December 2003, there were:

* 138,155 police officers (a rise of more than 14,000 in 3 1/2 years), and
* 3243 Community Support Officers

At the local level, the following groups are most involved in ensuring community safety:

* Crime & Disorder Reduction Partnerships
* Community Safety Officers
* Neighbourhood Wardens

Read about practical crime prevention advice

What is the British Crime Survey?
The British Crime Survey (BCS) is a very important source of information about levels of crime and public attitudes to crime and other Home Office issues. The results play an important role in informing Home Office policy.

The Crime Reduction Website - Crimereduction.gov.uk

A mini-site dedicated to the work of Crime & Disorder Reduction Partnerships (CDRP’s) also know as Community Safety Partnerships (CSP’s).

* A 'What's New' section containing details of recent events relevant to partnerships, such as government announcements.

* The audits and strategies produced by the 376 partnerships in England and Wales.

* Contact details for all the 376 partnerships.

* Contact details for the 10 Crime Reduction Directors and their teams.

* Links to the Toolkits. - Crimereduction.gov.uk/toolkits