SAFER AND MORE SECURE The safety and security of our businesses, residents and visitors has, and will always be, a priority. Our Safe and Secure projects have been designed to ensure Solihull maintains its reputation as an attractive and safe environment to visit, and a sought-after destination in which to invest and do business. The Town Hosts continued to carry out their important role of keeping the town centre safe for visitors.
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The host team are (SIA) accredited, which has given them the necessary skills to enable them to deal with conflict and anti-social behaviour situations. The introduction of body worn cameras, that record both audio and video, and the retail radio, which provides a vital real-time link with all stakeholders, are invaluable additions to this hardworking and dedicated team. The daily reporting from the hosts has enabled us to build a clear picture of the requirements
needed and moving forward steps have already been taken to separate out aspects of the hosts role to create both business hosts and enforcement officers to work in unity to create a safer and more cohesive environment.