Police and market traders join forces in Doncaster town centre

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News: Latest - distributed around Yorkshire September 23, 2016 09:23:31 AM


Doncaster Police and market traders’ work together to disperse street drinkers and beggars from the market place.


Street drinkers and beggars have been congregating in the local market place, causing problems for traders and discouraging the local community from visiting market stalls.


To tackle the problem police officers and market traders have been working closely together to disperse individuals for begging and related ASBOs. The close working partnership between officers and traders has led to individuals been removed from the area, creating a safer and thriving market place once more.


The continued work and dedication of officers has been highly appreciated by local market traders. One trader who worked in partnership said: “We have been working closely with local police to good effect and the markets are safe for shoppers.”


Another local trader said: “A definite difference can definitely been seen in the market area and things are now much better”


Special thanks and praise was also given to PC Vicky Lister for her efforts and help in the area.


South Yorkshire Police work hard to deal with begging issues across all of our districts and Chief Inspector Lydia Lynskey said: “The force takes a multi-faceted approach when dealing with beggars and looks at each case individually.


“Specifically identifying each case allows a tailored response to be established. This can range from working with our partners to provide specialist help and advice to issuing a dispersal notice and exploring prosecution opportunities.


“Taking this approach allows the force to understand the causation of begging and put prevention plans in place.


If you would like to find out more about the partnerships we work with or if you would like any help please visit our website www.southyorkshire.police.uk


For further information or if you would like to report any concerns of street drinkers or beggars in your area, please do not hesitate to contact 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


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