Comment From National Pubwatch to the Government Announcement Last Week That It Would Be Tackling Behaviour Against Women in the Late-Night Economy

National Pubwatch chairman Steve Baker OBE, said: “We welcome news that the Government is taking the safety of women in the late-night economy seriously.  We would urge the police to work with local pubwatch schemes to identify and target perpetrators. 

“Our own latest research has found that pubwatch schemes are key to reducing alcohol-related crime and improving the safety of the evening economy.”

The research, conducted by Leeds Beckett University and supported with funding from JD Wetherspoon and Diageo, showed that 86% of licensees, staff, police and those working within organisations such as local authorities, believe that Pubwatches help to create safer drinking environments.  

Over half (53%) of those surveyed stated they had actually witnessed a decrease in alcohol-related disorder and anti-social behaviour since the introduction of a Pubwatch scheme.  Importantly, over two-thirds (68%) agreed that Pubwatch activities increased staff, customer and community safety.

If you need anymore information please contact Steve Baker on 07944030555 or steve.baker@nationalpubwatch.org.uk

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