We're pleased to see less anti social behaviour at our shop after Council measures
A Blakelaw shop manager has praised a project from Newcastle City Council to reduce anti social behaviour in the area.
The manager of the Spar corner shop on Moulton Place has said a council team stepped in to support them.
Speaking to the Council, John, shop manager at the Spar in Blakelaw, recently shared how the authority’s EPiC (Empowering People in Communities) team stepped in to support him after his shop was targeted.
He said: “We were having issues with antisocial behaviour — bins being taken and burned out, staff being harassed, and eggs thrown at the shop windows.“We had a visit from two colleagues from the EPiC team.
“I explained the issues, and right away there was a positive impact.
“They worked with local police officers who arranged for patrols in the area, identified the youths involved and warned them about their future conduct. The EPiC team also gave us practical ideas to deter behaviour, like chaining bins up on an evening.
“The issue is now vastly reduced, and there’s a better atmosphere in the store.
“I can’t speak highly enough of these people who regularly checked in — they genuinely care and are passionate about helping us resolve our issues.”