Meet the Neighbourhood Policing
Team Inspector
Inspector Leona Scurr
I have recently taken over the role of Inspector within the City Centre, with Andy Townsend moving on to other areas of policing. Andy has done a great job, and I am looking forward to carrying on the positive work he has developed.
Having worked as a detective sergeant for the city centre I have investigated serious violent and sexual assaults, which we often find are related to excessive alcohol consumption. I have a personal interest in using whatever tools and legislation possible to control excessive drinking and its devastating effects.
Over the last 18 months, I have been seconded to the city council using civil legislation to control antisocial behaviour. I want to bring these powers to my new role and use them with alongside police powers to combat alcohol-related antisocial behaviour associated to the night time economy.
I do have a particular concern about the impact that the closure of hostels and Handle Street’s wet centre could have, which may result in more street drinkers in the city centre. The street drinkers are vulnerable people, who often lead chaotic lifestyles, so I intend for my staff to use licensing laws to target anyone selling alcohol to those already intoxicated.
Nottingham city centre is a popular and safe place to visit. It has a lot to offer, including first class entertainment, a thriving culture of pubs, bar and restaurants, theatres and shopping facilities. Working alongside our partners, such as Nottingham city council and the Crime and Drugs Partnership, we want to ensure to the city remains a place that everyone wants to come and enjoy, whether that be families, local people or those visiting for the first time.
Over the last year we have made significant reductions in crime, seeing the lowest number of offences in 30 years. I am determined to continue the positive work that has helped achieve these reductions throughout the city centre.
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