Women are invited to join female police officers on a ‘Walk and Talk’ initiative in areas of the Square Mile where they might fear violence.
City of London Police Commissioner Angela McLaren launched the scheme on Thursday, a busy day for commuters, visitors and night revellers.
Figures show numbers of people alighting at Liverpool Street Station is higher than before the start of the pandemic.
Over-18s can stroll with female police to discuss what makes them feel vulnerable or can be done to alleviate concerns.
Commissioner McLaren said: “Preventing acts of violence against women and girls is one of our top priorities and we want you to know that we are doing all we can to make you feel safe.
“We know that the City of London is a safe place, but we also understand that there have to be conversations about concerns women have, and what we can do to improve trust in the police.”
James Thomson, chair of the City of London Police Authority Board, added: “This is a great opportunity for the force to build on public confidence and listen to the views of women in the City.
“It is part of our focus on tackling violence against women and girls to ensure that the Square Mile remains the safest business district in the world and also feels safe.
“As well as being the major business district in London with some 500,000 workers and 8,000 residents, the City of London is a major visitor destination with a vibrant night-time economy rivalling the West End.
“Even though crime levels are amongst the lowest in the country, we are not complacent.
“We want to make sure women and girls are safe in the Square Mile, whether at home, online or on the street.”
Visitors and City workers will be able to point out streets they don’t feel safe walking down at night, poor lighting or ask for security cameras to be installed.
Bishopsgate Police Station’s front office is now open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, as a safety measure. It will also be a haven for anyone who is in danger or feels vulnerable, especially at night.
