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Support for Neighborhood Policing Teams
Neighbourhood Policing provides local policing
that is visible, accessible and responsive. It builds
on the foundation of involving neighbourhood
Officers in every aspect of policing so that we
work closely and effectively with communities on
the issues that matter most to them. Often we
work closely with partners to make joint
interventions on a range of issues and achieve
improved outcomes for communities and families.
Special constables are aligned to Neighbourhood
Policing Teams so they can identify and get
involved with local policing issues. All probationer
Specials complete a neighbourhood project to
help them better understand the policing issues in
the communities they serve.
Police and Communities Together
Police and Communities Together, or PACT, is
the name we give to making sure the public have
a say and involvement in how local
neighbourhoods are policed.
The PACT process gives members of the public
the chance to meet their neighbourhood policing
team every month, to have a say on how
neighbourhoods are policed and to monitor local
policing performance. Special Constables are
encouraged to participate in local PACT meetings
so they can learn about local issues and address
policing priorities such as Anti-Social Behaviour
issues.
Diversity
Lancashire is comprised of many diverse
communities.
Special Constables play their part in ensuring
that Lancashire Constabulary delivers its services
to our diverse communities in a way which is fair,
and does not discriminate or treat people unfairly.
We will continue to build relationships, working
closely and further increasing trust with community
engagement for all.
Specials and Volunteers Coordinators.
In each division Special Constables are supported
by a Specials and Volunteers Co-ordinator. They
undertake a wide variety of tasks to ensure the
smooth running of the various groups of
volunteers in their division (Cadets, Specials,
Volunteers). Often working Beyond Expectations
and in their own time they act as the glue that
holds the teams together. From recruitment and
organising local training, to arranging inductions
and equipment, managing personnel issues and
preparing awards submissions their range of tasks
often appears endless.
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"During the
recent
disorder, our
Special
Constables
demonstrated
their continued
dedication to
keeping the
communities
of Lancashire
safe. The
support they
provided
during this
time was
invaluable”
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