Silsden - Part of the Wharfedale & Craven NPT, in the Airedale and North Bradford Division and part of the Craven ward. This Neighbourhood also covers Silsden.
The local priority for has not changed and will remain the same.
Priorities have been identified as a result of complaints from members of the public at Police & Community Together meetings, Town Council and ward surgeries.
A meeting was held today between the Neighbourhood Policing Team and Silsden Health Centre regarding problem solving in relation to the young people who are congregating at the Health Centre on an evening. Regular patrols will continue and letters will be sent home to parents of youths stopped in that area.
Crime Figures - August 2010
The below crime figures are for crime in Silsden between the 1st August & 31st August 2010.
Burglary Dwelling – 2 Burglary other (sheds, garages, commercial premises) – 0 Theft from Motor Vehicle – 0 Violent Crime (assaults) – 0 Criminal Damage – 2
Total recorded crime for Silsden over the above period - 10 (this includes the above crime types but also others not specifically listed ie: theft from shop etc)
Two BB Guns have been seized from local youths in a crackdown on the use of this type of gun that have caused alarm and distress to members of the public in Silsden Park.
PC Pete Merifield retires from the Force on Tuesday 14th September after completing 34 years as an employee of West Yorkshire Police. Pete has worked at Keighley Division since 1999 and for the past five years has been the ward officer for Craven ward covering Addingham, Silsden, Steeton & Eastburn. Pete will be missed by both his colleagues and the community and we wish him a long and happy retirement.
Council Tax Scam
Please be aware of a scam that could be in your area. Should you receive a call advising you that you are entitled to a council tax refund and you are asked for your bank details to receive this, DO NOT GIVE YOUR BANK DETAILS. This is a scam. The telephone number the call may come from is 0034009054.
CASH WINDFALL UP FOR GRABS TO TACKLE LOCAL ISSUES
Work to prevent crime and disorder will be boosted by the West Yorkshire Police Community Trust.
The Community Trust has funds of up to £2,500 up for grabs in its latest grants round and gives local community/voluntary groups the chance to apply for funding to support their valuable work in addressing the issues identified by local communities.
A total of £50,000 worth of funding has been allocated to this grant round and applications are sought from community and volunteer groups as well as charities and other non-profitable organisations that can make a positive difference to their communities.
The deadline for submitting your applications is Friday 10 September 2010 and all applications must be endorsed by an officer from your local Neighbourhood Policing Team. To ensure endorsement is received prior to the closing date we suggest you make contact with your Neighbourhood Policing Team three weeks prior to the closing date.
Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application by mid October and receive their grants at an Awards Night in late November.
To apply, call 01924 292646 or email communitytrust@westyorkshire.pnn.police.uk
The West Yorkshire Police Community Trust provides grants to voluntary and community groups within the county to support activities that help in the reduction of crime and anti-social behaviour. Community/voluntary groups are urged to visit www.westyorkshire.police.uk/communitytrust for information on the next grant round where they can apply for funding.
Mobile Phones
On Friday 11th of June, officers from NPT1 were in Silsden to combat mobile phone use by motorists. Two fixed penalty notices were issued. Further enforcement dates are planned.
NUMBER PLATE INITIATIVE
THE NUMBER’S UP FOR THIEVES PLEASE HELP US STOP THIS CRIME
The West Yorkshire Police are committed to tackling car crime. The stealing of registration plates from cars raises concerns both for the Police and the car owner if the registration plates are then used in crime.
To combat this Airedale and North Bradford Police are offering to change the standard screws used to hold most plates onto the car with security screws. This process takes approximately 10 minutes of your time but will help to protect you and your vehicle from becoming a target.
Mobile Phone & Data Technology Whilst Out On The BEAT
All of our Police Officers and PCSOs on the Neighbourhood Policing Teams (NPTs) in the West Yorkshire Police, have been issued with 'Blackberry' mobile phones with full email messaging and data transfer facilities. This enables them to send and receive important operational information relating to their work whilst on patrol in your community. Officers are able to immediately update our Intelligence and Operations Departments and respond to new information received whilst out on patrol. The Blackberries will be in addition to the traditional Police radios.
"So if you see an officer busily texting whilst standing on a street corner or sitting in a police car, please don't assume that they are arranging for their tea, they will actually be gainfully employed updating the systems in our organisation".
Crime Reduction
Our local NPT Offficers have been out and about in the Silsden area delivering leaflets to households offering advice on how to keep your home safe and secure. Unfortunately, we have run out of switches, however they can be purchased at any local hardware store.
Parking on Canal Bridge. Please be aware!
Letters have been sent to all residents and businesses within the double white line system in place. The letters are advising them of the legislation covering illegal parking and that if they continue to do so, offenders will be issued with an endorsable fixed penalty notice which will result in a £60 fine and 3 endorsement points on their driving licence. We are also aware that people using the shops/pub in this area are also offenders and will be dealt with in the same manner. If you are unsure of what the legislation covers, please contact either your local PCSO or Michelle at Ilkley Police Station on 01274 475307.
Since the warning letters have been issued throughout the premises neighbouring the double white line system, over 9 fixed penalty notices have been issued to drivers still parking there.
Horsewatch Scheme.
The Force re-launched Horsewatch on Sunday 26th April at the Eldwick Show in Bingley.
The re-launch was in response to enquiries from members of the public experiencing occurrences of equine related crime, i.e. theft of tack/equipment and trailers.
Each area of the Force has a single point of contact who will act as liaison officer for their respective areas. Details of local contacts can be found on the new Horsewatch page of the Force website. www.westyorkshire.police.uk/horsewatch.
Be aware of Lottery Scams
There has recently been an increase in people receiving letters in the post saying that they have won a substantial amount of money on the Lottery. The letter explains how you have come to win this money and how to claim for your winnings. Accompanying the letter is a Payment process requesting personal details including bank details. DO NOT FILL THIS IN. If you receive any of these letters telephone the following number and report the matter to Consumer direct on 0845 4040506 or via the internet on www.consumerdirect.gov.uk.
Never reveal your bank details unless you are absolutely sure who you are giving the details to.
Please be aware of various scam/begging letters and emails that are currently being sent around our area. Please do not respond to them or ring any telephone numbers detailed on the literature.
The NPT are keen to have every household in Silsden covered by a Neighbourhood Watch scheme. If you are interested in setting up a scheme or would like further information please contact the NPT. Neighbourhood Watch schemes are an excellent tool in the prevention of crime and act as an invaluable source of information for the police.
Police Community Support Officers, alongside local volunteers, have been conducting Speedwatch in the local area. Anyone caught exceeding the speed limit will be sent a warning letter informing them on the error of their ways and advising them that next time it may not just be a warning they receive.
Officers are looking to conduct more Speedwatch throughout the ward area and are happy to receive any issues regarding speeding in their street. We would urge drivers to be aware of speed limits and drive appropriately.
Anyone wishing to volunteer to be involved in Speedwatch is encouraged to contact ourselves via phone or at: hanpt1@westyorkshire.pnn.police.uk.
Thursday 24th June - PCSO Turner-Blood conducted a speedwatch on Howden Road, Road, Silsden. 5 vehicles were caught exceeding the speed limit on this occasion.
Thursday 24th June - PCSO Turnbull conducted a speedwatch on Keighley Road, Silsden. 2 vehicles were caught exceeding the speed limit on this occasion.
Wednesday 16th June - PCSO Turnbull conducted a speedwatch on Skipton Road, Silsden. 17 vehicles were caught exceeding the speed limit on this occasion.
Wednesday 2nd June - PCSO Turnbull conducted a speedwatch on Keighley Road, Silsden. 12 vehicles were caught exceeding the speed limit on this occasion.
Third Party Hate Incident Reporting Centres in the Bradford area. These are locations where victims may choose to report and incident and have control over the nature of the report, the type of investigation and support they need.
This team covers Steeton, Eastburn, Silsden and Addingham and is based at Ilkley Police Station.
Inspector Susan Sanderson PS Jo Beecroft PC Ian Shreeve PCSO Andrew Turner-Blood (Silsden) PCSO Jonathan Turnbull (Silsden)
What is Neighbourhood policing?
Neighbourhood policing is about providing the local community with a dedicated and accountable team with local ownership. This will be achieved through three directed objectives: 1. They will conduct their day to day work through intelligence-led targeting of the problems that matter most to the public. 2. This will be achieved through joint action by police, partner agencies and the public. 3. The NPT will endeavour to reduce crime and the fear of crime throughout the area by specific actions in your village and town. (See News Roundup for examples as they happen.)
Your local Neighbourhood Policing Team NPT can be contacted on 01274 475301
Officers may be out on patrol and unable to take your call . Please leave a message in order that someone can call you back. To contact the main police switchboard for non-urgent enquiries, ring 0845 6060606.
In an emergency always dial 999.
If you have any information about a crime, you could also contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555111. Your call is free and you may qualify for a reward.
The local Crime Reduction Officer is PC John Moore. For crime prevention advice please ring John on 01274 376239.
Please note: Any concerns or reports that you have with Bradford Council/Services i.e. Highway/Street Lighting/Noise Nuisance, the council can be contacted on their hotline number which is 01274 431000. This is a 24 hour contact number.
Partners And Community Together ( PACT ) Meetings.
Do you want to know what the police are doing in your area to help you ? Do you want to have a say in what the police do for you in your area ? Do you want to speak to a local officer ? Do you want to help to positively change your community ?
Then come and meet your local officers and let them know your thoughts. There will be a Police and Community Together ( PACT ) meeting on the below dates:
NEXT P.A.C.T MEETINGS-
Wednesday 29th September 2010 - 11am @ Addingham Memorial Hall
Tuesday 26th October 2010 - 7pm @ Steeton Methodist Church
Wednesday 17th November 2010 - 7pm @ Silsden Town Hall.
Although we would really like to see you in person at the PACT meetings we understand that it is not always possible for you to make it. As a result we have introduced an esurvey whereby you can nominate an issue that you feel should be a policing priority in your area. Please click here to fill it in and we will ensure that your voice is heard at the next PACT meeting.
Crime Reduction Advice
If you require advice on crime reduction prior to our next meeting, please do not hesitate to contact your local NPT Officers on 01274 475304.
We will always treat you fairly, with dignity and respect, ensuring that you have fair access to our services at a time that is reasonable and suitable for you.
Provide you with information about your local Neighbourhood Policing Team.
Ensure we and other police patrols are visible and on your patch at times when they will be most effective and when you tell us you most need them. We will ensure that your team are not taken away from neighbourhood business more than is absolutely necessary. We will spend at least 80% of our time visibly working in your neighbourhood, tackling your priorities. Staff turnover will be minimised.
Respond to every message directed to us within 24 hours and where necessary, provide a more detailed response as soon as we can.
Deploy officers to emergencies immediately, getting to you safely and as quickly as possible. We will aim to get to you within 15 minutes.
Ensure that, if attendance is needed, the most appropriate resource is sent, and:
If you are vulnerable or upset aim to be with you within 60 minutes.
If you are calling about a neighbourhood priority and attendance is required, we will aim to be with you within 60 minutes.
Alternatively, if appropriate, we will make an appointment to see you at a time that fits in with your life and within 48 hours.
If agreed that attendance is not necessary we will give you advice, answer your questions and/or put you in touch with someone who can help.
Arrange public meetings to agree your priorities, at least once a month, giving you a chance to meet your local team with other members of your community.
Provide monthly updates on progress and on local crime and policing issues.
If you have been a victim of crime agree with you how often you would like to be kept informed of progress in your case and for how long. You have the right to be kept informed at least every month if you wish for as long as is reasonable.
Acknowledge any dissatisfaction with the service you have received within 24 hours of reporting it to us. To help us fully resolve the matter, discuss with you how it will be handled, give you an opportunity to talk in person to someone about your concerns and agree with you what will be done about them and how quickly.
Go to a Neighbourhood Policing Meeting
Check the dates of forthcoming local meetings higher up this page, or see the West Yorkshire Police Authority’s Calendar of Meetings, open to the public.
Report a Crime
Use the local contacts listed at the top of this page, or there is more detailed information about reporting crime, and contacting police, on the “Contact us” page on the West Yorkshire Police website.
Join Your Neighbourhood Watch Scheme
Neighbourhood Watch is the largest voluntary crime prevention group in the country with over 10 million members. Full details are available on the Crime Prevention section on the West Yorkshire Police website.
Get Involved or Volunteer
Get involved, volunteer or contact your local team on the contact numbers to see what you can do to help. See more details about Police Volunteers on the West Yorkshire Police recruitment section.
Making a Complaint
Either contact your local police station (details at the top of this page) or use the online complaint / dissatisfaction forms on rhe main West Yorkshire Police website.
More information about West Yorkshire Police, policies and procedures
See the Publication Scheme section on the main West Yorkshire Police website.
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