A SPECIAL meeting in Salisbury will provide an opportunity for residents to speak to police and other partners about crime issues in the city.

The Salisbury Area Board meeting will take place at 5.30pm on Thursday, September 11 at the City Hall – the first time the area board has returned to the city since 2020.

The theme of the meeting is ‘All Things Crime and Community Safety’, and attendees will be able to take part in discussions surrounding anti-social behaviour and other safety concerns.

There will be presentations from key organisations, including updates on Wiltshire’s Community Safety Partnership and the launch of Salisbury’s new Business Crime Reduction Network.

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Councillor Mel Jacob, cabinet member for communities, said: “We’re really pleased to be bringing the Salisbury Area Board back to City Hall, a familiar and accessible venue right in the heart of the city.

“This special meeting is a great opportunity for residents to hear directly from the organisations working to keep our communities safe, and to share their own experiences and ideas. We hope to see lots of people there.”

A range of partner agencies will be present to share updates and speak with residents, including:

• Wiltshire’s Community Safety Partnership
• Local Police Team
• Police and Crime Commissioner
• Wiltshire Council ASB leads
• Business Crime Reduction Lead
• Salisbury Safe Places
• Salisbury Soroptimists
• Bobby Van
• Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service

The meeting is open to all, and booking is not required.

For more information, contact Karen.linaker@Wiltshire.gov.uk