Our Business Crime Reduction Partnership

This is a great honour and a testament to the hard work of everyone involved in the partnership to make our city a safer place for businesses and the wider community.

It's great news that our Business Crime Reduction Partnership (BCRP) in Nottingham has been recognised for its efforts in working with Nottinghamshire Police and stakeholders to prevent crime and disorder. The accreditation received from Secured by Design shows that we have been effective in reducing the impact of crime on businesses and the community. This is a wonderful achievement for the partnership and our dedication to keeping Nottingham safe.

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 cannot be underestimated. Adopting a common national standard ensures we continue delivering effective solutions.

Our BCRP Schemes

Radios and CCTV – It’s in Nottingham members exclusive

Complementing Nottingham’s city centre radio scheme, new body-worn cameras – 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! 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.

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.

Currently, 352 businesses have signed up, with interest continuing to grow.

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.

In 2024, 105 city centre businesses earned the accreditation – making it the largest Best Bar None scheme in the UK!

Safe Space Pledge – FREE for city centre businesses

Delivered in partnership with the Consent Coalition, the Safe Space Pledge empowers venues to take action against violence, harassment, and intimidation in Nottingham’s day and night-time economy.

SABA Days

Every quarter, we work with Nottinghamshire Police, community groups, and loss-prevention teams 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.

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.