--- title: Our Business Crime Reduction Partnership date: 2025-03-01T00:00:00+00:00 author: "rhys@weareabstrakt.com" canonical_url: "https://www.itsinnottingham.com/news/our-business-crime-reduction-partnership" section: News --- [IIN News](/news/)  /  [Managed City](https://www.itsinnottingham.com/news/categories/managed-city) # Our Business Crime Reduction Partnership ![50890ad23c61c7ab39be069872b19fc763014cc5 1920x1080 q75fitclipautoformat](/uploads/generic/_1225x690_crop_center-center_none/852/50890ad23c61c7ab39be069872b19fc763014cc5-1920x1080-q75fitclipautoformat.jpg) Our nationally recognised Business Crime Reduction Partnership reflects our ongoing commitment to creating a safer and more welcoming place for businesses and community. **Posted:** Mar 2025 --- Our **Business Crime Reduction Partnership (BCRP**) in Nottingham has been recognised for its efforts in working with Nottinghamshire Police, partners and stakeholders to prevent and reduce business crime in Nottingham city centre. The accreditation from Secured by Design shows that we have been effective in reducing the impact of crime on businesses and the community. By meeting national accreditation standards, BCRPs give police the confidence to ‘dare to share’ information and act on intelligence, fostering a culture of collaboration. These standards also reassure businesses, police, and stakeholders of our commitment to tackling crime. The impact of business crime on Nottingham’s [workers, residents, visitors, students, and investors](/news/nottingham--a-vibrant-safe-place-to-play/) cannot be underestimated. Adopting a common national standard ensures we continue delivering effective solutions. ## **Our BCRP Schemes** #### The Safer City Partnership The Safer City Partnership team was developed by It's in Nottingham, in partnership with My Local Bobby, and part-funded by Nottingham City Council in response to feedback from city centre retailers. The team provide [high-visibility patrols across Nottingham city centre](https://www.itsinnottingham.com/news/safer-city-partnership-nottingham), making regular visits to businesses and workclosely with existing agencies to deter and manage criminal activity and antisocial behaviour. #### **Radios and CCTV – It’s in Nottingham members exclusive** Complementing Nottingham’s city centre radio scheme, [new body-worn cameras](/news/making-nottingham-safer/) – funded by the **Nottinghamshire** **Police and Crime Commissioner** and supplied by **ShopSafe** – help businesses prevent and detect crime, protect staff, and enhance safety. #### **Alert! – FREE for city centre businesses** Created by **ShopSafe**, [**Alert!**](/news/alert-app-nottingham/) is a secure, easy-to-use platform enabling city centre businesses to share real-time information on crime and offending. Accessible via mobile, tablet, or laptop, it allows retailers, bars, and venues to report theft, violence, and abuse instantly. #### **Best Bar None – FREE for city centre businesses** A **Home Office-backed initiative**, Best Bar None improves standards in the evening and night-time economy. We have run the scheme since 2010, accrediting venues based on their efforts to: - Prevent crime, disorder, and public nuisance - Protect children from harm - Improve public safety As part of the Best Bar None assessment, venues are also assessed on safeguarding women and girls and reducing vulnerability. Read more about the businesses who were recognised at this year's [Best Bar None Awards](https://www.itsinnottingham.com/news/best-bar-none). #### **Safe Space Notts – FREE for city centre businesses** Delivered in partnership with the **Consent Coalition**, the [**Safe Space Notts**](https://www.itsinnottingham.com/news/safe-space-notts-pledge) pledge empowers venues to take action against violence, harassment, and intimidation in Nottingham’s day and night-time economy. The scheme has its own website platform which makes it easier for residents and visitors to find accredited Safe Spaces across Nottingham if they need one. #### **Safer Business Action (SaBA)** We work with **Nottinghamshire Police**, community groups, and loss-prevention teams to co-deliver Safer Business Action (SaBA) initiatives where we work together to manage business crime, antisocial behaviour, and rough sleeping in the city centre. #### **First Aid, Bleed Kits and Defibrillators – FREE for city centre businesses** We offer free first aid and bleed kit training to businesses in the city centre, including how to use and maintain bleed kits. Businesses who successfully complete the bleed kit training are further equipped with a bleed kit for their premises. Bleed Kits are part of the **Late Night Levy.** Additionally, we have installed **ten publicly accessible defibrillators** across the city centre, reinforcing Nottingham’s status as a [**Heart Safe city**](/news/its-in-nottingham-defibrillator/). #### **VIVA Scheme – FREE for city centre businesses** The **Violence in Venues Agreement (VIVA)** is a civil recovery initiative discouraging violence in pubs, bars, and clubs. Offenders are charged a fee, holding them accountable for antisocial or criminal behaviour. #### **No Place for Hate – FREE for city centre businesses** The **No Place for Hate** charter encourages Nottingham businesses to commit to a zero-tolerance approach to hate crime. In collaboration with **Nottingham City Council** and **Nottinghamshire Police**, and promoted by us, this initiative helps businesses identify and report hate crimes. #### **Inclusive Recovery City – FREE for city centre businesses** Led by **Double Impact** and supported by us, this project promotes a positive, stigma-free approach to addiction recovery. Two members of the It's in Nottingham team proudly serve as **Inclusive Recovery Allies**, helping to make recovery more visible and accessible. #### **Hoarding** We install hoarding on empty properties in the city centre to improve safety, prevent vandalism, and enhance the area's appearance. It also helps deter unauthorised access and can be used for community messaging, public art, or advertising to keep the space active and engaging. #### **Street Aid** Street Aid provides a positive way to support people experiencing homelessness by funding long-term solutions rather than giving directly on the street. Donations help individuals access housing, training, and employment opportunities, empowering them to rebuild their lives. #### **City Cleaning – It’s in Nottingham members exclusive** Grot Spot Cleaning focuses on tackling neglected and unsightly areas to improve the city's appearance. By removing litter, graffiti, and waste, we create cleaner, safer, and more inviting spaces for everyone to enjoy. Want to equip your business with our BCRP schemes? *Email us* at [**bcrp@itsinnottingham.com**](mailto:bcrp@itsinnottingham.com). --- Share Article: [ ](https://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.itsinnottingham.com%2Fnews%2Four-business-crime-reduction-partnership"e=Our%20Business%20Crime%20Reduction%20Partnership) [ ](https://twitter.com/share?text=Our%20Business%20Crime%20Reduction%20Partnership&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.itsinnottingham.com%2Fnews%2Four-business-crime-reduction-partnership) [ ](https://www.linkedin.com/sharing/share-offsite/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.itsinnottingham.com%2Fnews%2Four-business-crime-reduction-partnership"e=Our%20Business%20Crime%20Reduction%20Partnership) ### Related Articles [ ![B5e0b44182cfb0e01f7738de2ce4b75d2d2bed46 940x788 w2400q80fitclipautoformat](/uploads/generic/_320x245_crop_center-center_none/965/b5e0b44182cfb0e01f7738de2ce4b75d2d2bed46-940x788-w2400q80fitclipautoformat.jpg) New app allows information sharing between city centre businesses ](https://www.itsinnottingham.com/news/alert-app-nottingham) [ ![B8ccdffaaecd94e09d928cb3298be2e2f7479c80 940x788 w2400q80fitclipautoformat](/uploads/generic/_320x245_crop_center-center_none/873/b8ccdffaaecd94e09d928cb3298be2e2f7479c80-940x788-w2400q80fitclipautoformat.jpg) Take the Safe Space Notts pledge ](https://www.itsinnottingham.com/news/safe-space-notts-pledge) [ ![C511e221979c9ff532f3ac32d248ff01895f8342 940x788 w2400q80fitclipautoformat](/uploads/generic/_320x245_crop_center-center_none/929/c511e221979c9ff532f3ac32d248ff01895f8342-940x788-w2400q80fitclipautoformat.jpg) It's in Nottingham expands life saving defibrillator network ](https://www.itsinnottingham.com/news/its-in-nottingham-defibrillator) Be In The Know Be In The Know Be In The Know Be In The Know Be In The Know Be In The Know ![Nottingham Contemporary Art Gallery](/uploads/generic/_360x540_crop_center-center_none/footer-flick2-01.jpg) ![Nottingham Market Square](/uploads/generic/_360x540_crop_center-center_none/footer-flick2-03.jpg) ![Red Leaves](/uploads/generic/_360x540_crop_center-center_none/footer-flick2-02.jpg) Follow us *on* SOCIALS Amazing food and drinks, all the shops you'll ever need, and inspirational events and activities. 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