For the licensed trade:
- Membership of Pubwatch deters troublemakers
• Reduces the risk of assaults on licensees, staff and customers
• Reduces the risk of damage to property
• PEACE OF MIND!
• Increases co-operation with the Police leading to swift assistance when required
• Improves public image and creates a safer environment in which trade will prosper
• Provides a platform for licensees to work together
• Shows that you operate a responsible premises
• Provision of a barred persons gallery book with regular updates.
• An opportunity to nominate persons for barring
• Regular meetings / regular intelligence and information updates.
• Data Protection registration for the keeping and distribution of offenders photographs and information.
• Opportunity to join the pubwatch committee.
For Police:
- More information is provided about potential trouble-makers
• More precise details in calls for assistance and more efficient use of resources
• Violent incidents associated with licensed premises decrease
• Liaison and understanding with the licensed trade improves
• Reduces victims of crime
For the Town:
- Creates a safer environment in which all business in the Town will benefit and prosper
• Better image to customers
• More visitors
And most importantly, for the Customer:
- A more enjoyable, safe and relaxing time in all Devizes Area Pubwatch venues
• Reduces the risk of disorder and fear of crime
• PEACE OF MIND!
