Exeter’s Community Safety Team has been granted limited policing powers through the Community Safety Accreditation Scheme. The team, introduced last year, is supported by Exeter City Council, InExeter, and additional funding from PCC Alison Hernandez.
Exeter’s Community Safety Team have been granted limited policing powers through the Community Safety Accreditation Scheme (CSAS). The team was introduced last year through collective investment by Exeter City Council and InExeter, supported by additional funding from Police and Crime Commissioner Alison Hernandez as part of the hotspot policing initiative.
The Community Safety Team in Exeter was established to address issues of antisocial behaviour (ASB) and enhance the overall safety of the city centre. They conduct regular patrols in areas identified as ASB hotspots, providing a visible deterrent to unwanted activities while reassuring residents and businesses. The CSAS accreditation, granted by the Devon & Cornwall Police Chief, will enhance the team’s ability to effectively address ASB.
The Community Safety Team in Exeter have been accredited with:
- The power to share and access information and intelligence with Devon & Cornwall Police.
- The power to require name and address for antisocial behaviour.
- The power to require name and address for a relevant offence. Relevant offences are those outlined by a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) or byelaws.
CSAS accredited street marshals can be identified by the CSAS logo on their uniform. They will also carry with them both a powers card identifying powers they are accredited with and a police issued ID badge. These items can be produced if requested by a member of the public and it is reasonable to do so.
Inspector Nathan Johnson said, “The Community Safety Team are a game changer for the city centre of Exeter. Dedicated to patrol the key areas they spend time reclaiming contested spaces and have received plaudits for making a difference at the top of South Street in reducing ASB.”
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