Welcome to the first edition of the PaddingtonNow – Security Snapshot. Each month, we will provide an overview of the key accomplishments from our Community Safety Team, along with any additional updates.
PaddingtonNow’s Community Safety Team consists of four security professionals who are dedicated to patrolling the BID area 5 days a week, from Tuesday to Saturday, from 9:00am to 11:00pm. The team takes a proactive approach to tackling anti-social behaviour, security concerns, cleanliness, and maintenance issues. They collaborate closely with local Metropolitan Police officers, Westminster Council, and outreach services to exchange intelligence, gather evidence, report, and track ongoing matters.
Meet the Team
Our Community Safety Team consists of four officers: James, Joe, Nicole, and Mike. Be sure to say hello if you spot them around!
James 
Joe
Nicole 
Mike
December Key Achievements
- The team effectively handled a domestic violence child protection case on Eastbourne Terrace, with the police responding and resolving the situation.
- The team removed a man who had caused criminal damage and threatened staff from a hotel at Norfolk Square.
- The team detained a man who was threatening staff at Costa until the police arrived.
Protect UK’s Counter Terrorism
PaddingtonNow has been supporting Protect UK’s Counter Terrorism Policing’s Winter Campaign. The campaign aims to encourage people to stay alert as they enjoy a winter season full of events and activities with family and friends. They have produced a Communications Toolkit available for sharing information across digital channels. Find out more here: https://www.protectuk.police.uk/wintertoolkit
Joint ASB Patrol
The team joined Hyde Park Ward and the Metropolitan Police for a joint patrol on Saturday 11 January aimed at addressing antisocial behaviour (ASB). This initiative will also include issuing Community Protection Notices (CPNs) and Community Protection Warnings (CPWs). The team patrolled around Norfolk Square, Sussex Gardens and Star Street.
To contact the Community Safety Team please ring 07719529892 or email askus@paddingtonnow.co.uk.
