Leicestershire OPCC

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗦𝗕

New technology and security measures funded by Police and Crime Commissioner Rupert Matthews are helping to crack down on retail crime and increase confidence among shopworkers, it has been revealed.

As the nation marks Safer Business Action Week (9-15 November), the Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland PCC provided an update on the new resources he has funded to help businesses and retailers protect their staff and livelihoods from crime.

The PCC shared £46,853 between nine councils and Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) in the summer as part of his mission to increase support for businesses and retailers and improve their resilience to crime and anti-social behaviour (ASB).

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Today marks the start of Safer Business Action Week 2026 (SABA), highlighting the importance of protecting local businesses from crime and anti-social behaviour.

Supporting businesses remains a key priority for the Police and Crime Commissioner, with Business Crime identified within his Police and Crime Plan. Through grant funding and partnership working with Community Safety Partnerships (CSPs) and Business Improvement Districts (BIDs), the PCC is supporting activity that helps keep businesses, staff and customers safe.

This includes funding for increased foot patrols in Market Towns to deter shoplifting and anti-social behaviour, alongside the Community Action Programme, which will deliver a dedicated business crime funding round in early 2027 to support local crime prevention initiatives.

#SafeAndProsperousCommunities

𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆

Today, we pause to remember the servicemen and women who made the ultimate sacrifice, and to honour all those who have served their country.

Lest we forget.

#RemembranceSunday #LestWeForget #OPCC

𝗢𝗮𝗱𝗯𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗶𝗴𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗗𝗮𝘆

Police and Crime Commissioner Rupert Matthews spent time in Wigston this morning as part of his Community Day in the Oadby and Wigston area.

The PCC joined NPA Commander Inspector Day and Beat Officer PC Proctor on foot patrol, where he heard about ongoing work to tackle shoplifting, recent road safety operations and local crime prevention activity. It was encouraging to hear about the positive progress being made since Inspector Day took up leadership of policing in the area earlier this year.

While in Wigston, the Commissioner also met with Councillor Michael Charlesworth to discuss local communities and receive updates on policing and crime issues affecting the area.

#SafeAndProsperousCommunities #CommunityDay #CommissionerInTheCommunity

✨ 𝗦𝗔𝗙𝗘𝗟𝗬 𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗕𝗢𝗡𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗘 𝗡𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧 ✨

Heading out to enjoy Bonfire Night this week? Take a moment to check these important safety and crime prevention tips to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your home:

✅ Stay in well-lit areas and travel in groups – especially when children are involved
✅ Use sparklers safely – only on private property or with permission, and always supervise children
✅ Keep away from bonfires and fireworks – follow event rules and safety guidance
✅ Report anything suspicious or anti-social behaviour to police or event staff
✅ Lock doors and windows before leaving home – keep valuables out of sight

Let’s work together to keep our homes, loved ones, and communities safe this Bonfire Night.

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