Police are making changes at a Nottinghamshire retail park to tackle shoplifting and antisocial behaviour. Two new schemes are being brought to Victoria Retail Park in Netherfield, with the aim of keeping shoppers safe and preventing shoplifting.
A 'Shopwatch' radio scheme will be put in place, meaning businesses can instantly contact each other and alert fellow traders and the police when persistent shoplifters are in the area. Two Safer Streets wardens have also been employed by Gedling Borough Council, who will provide an extra visible uniformed presence at Victoria Retail Park as well as residential areas and the nearby Colwick Industrial Park.
Additionally, funding has been allocated for more high-visibility patrols around the retail park by Nottinghamshire Police. Inspector Mark Stanley, who is responsible for local policing in the Gedling borough area, said shops faced an increase in thefts at the festive period as well as an influx of Christmas customers.
