Chesterfield Pubwatch shortlisted for national award
A local scheme that aims to provide safe drinking environments for customers and staff has been shortlisted for a national award.
Chesterfield Pubwatch has been named on the shortlist for the top accolade at the National Pubwatch Awards, which will take place on 22 October at the House of Lords.
Chesterfield Pubwatch has been operating for over 22 years and is run by local business owners, with support from Chesterfield Borough Council’s licensing team, Derbyshire Constabulary and other local partners with the aim of supporting a safe environment within the night-time economy.
The scheme’s award submission highlights a number of initiatives that have been rolled out across the town to help provide a safer environment for customers and staff alike – including new ways for venues, police, and the local authority to share information.
Together with Chesterfield Borough Council, Chesterfield Pubwatch has delivered an upgraded digital radio communications network across the town – allowing licensed premises to communicate effectively with each other and key stakeholders such as the Police. This system is instrumental in maintaining safety and security in the town.
Additionally, Chesterfield Pubwatch has also supported the launch of the Best Bar None scheme in the town – with 22 local businesses already being awarded the accreditation, which helps to reduce alcohol-related crime and create a safer night out.
Roger Butler, Chair of Chesterfield Pubwatch, said: “Chesterfield is a safe place to live, visit and socialise. We’re lucky to have so many licensed venues for people to enjoy, but like towns and cities around the country, alcohol-related crime and disorder can sometimes be an issue.
“We are delighted to have been named as one of the three Pubwatch schemes on the shortlist for the national award. We’re always looking for new ways to work with local businesses and different groups to take on board any feedback they have and look at different ways we can all work together to reduce nuisance behaviour, so that everyone can enjoy a safe night out.”
Councillor Steve Lismore, Chesterfield Borough Council’s cabinet member for health and wellbeing, said: “Chesterfield Pubwatch continues to work tirelessly across our communities to reduce anti-social behaviour, and it is great to see that their efforts have been recognised by being shortlisted for the National Pubwatch Award.
“Chesterfield is a safe place to socialise, but the work of the Pubwatch helps to make sure everyone can feel safe when out and about.”
Planning a night out in Chesterfield? Find out more about how you can make the most of it at: https://www.chesterfield.co.uk/visiting/places-to-visit/night-out/
