Issue - meetings

To consider the report of the Deputy Chief Executive, (copy enclosed).

The Committee received the report of the Deputy Chief Executive reporting the progress of activities undertaken by Maldon Community Safety Partnership (CSP) since the last meeting held on 10 October 2024.

The most recent Essex Police performance summary (to January 2025) was attached as Appendix 1 to the report.

Members noted the continued good work of the CSP and the liaison it had with Essex Police and other statutory partners.

The Community Safety Manager took Members through the report and gave a short presentation which provided additional information on each of the priorities and work in relation to them. He highlighted discussions with Essex County Council regarding targeted outreach work regarding youth nuisance and the consultations carried out in respect of the new skate park designs and ensuring they were suitable for all users.

In response to a comment about working with Parishes and having suitable community spaces for young persons, the Community Safety Manager advised that he would ensure Planning Policy were invited to the next Essex Learning Event.

Members were advised that instances of pavement parking needed to be reported however, if there was regular occurrence this would a policing matter. In residential areas words of warning were given in advance and a Police officer would attend a premises to also provide words of advice as this was found to be more effective.

The Chairperson thanked the Community Safety Manager for his report and presentation.