Residents invited to help improve Women’s Safety in Our City by becoming Active Bystanders
2 October 2024
Molly Smith
Free training shows residents how to safety step in if they see women in uncomfortable, threatening, dehumanising or distressing situations.
Our Chelmsford, Our Plan sets out vision for district
Chelmsford City Council has published a new strategy for the district, setting out its priorities for the next few years.
Infrastructure changes enhance community safety
A run-down of recent community safety projects projects made possible by residents’ feedback.
Transport Safety Officers to enhance safety on Chelmsford’s trains and buses
Chelmsford City Council has introduced Transport Safety Officers on public transport and at the city’s transport hub.
‘Outstanding’ partnerships praised as Chelmsford awarded 11th Purple Flag
Chelmsford has received a Purple Flag for its night-time economy for an 11th year in a row, with praise for the coordination of its services
Extra patrols and engagement tackling anti-social behaviour in Chelmsford ‘hotspot’
High visibility patrols have been increased in a Chelmsford neighbourhood selected to receive funding to tackle anti-social behaviour.
Hylands Park PSPO gets go-ahead
Preparations for a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) at Hylands Park are underway after Chelmsford City Council approved plans.
Anti-Slavery Day highlights prevalence of modern slavery
The Chelmsford Against Slavery Partnership was created to unite organisations to work together in the fight against modern slavery.
Dog walkers’ suggestions included in final Hylands PSPO plans
Changes have been made to proposals to create official ‘on the lead’ zones at Hylands Park following feedback from dog walkers.
Impact of Safer Streets projects felt across Chelmsford
Recent data shows crime has fallen by over 20% in Trinity and The Lawns. The two wards are home to the Chelmer Valley Local Nature Reserve.
