Salisbury Area Board returns to City Hall with a focus on crime and community safety

Friday, 29 August 2025 06:05

Wiltshire Council is inviting residents to attend a special Salisbury Area Board meeting on Thursday, 11th September, marking the board’s return to City Hall for the first time since 2020.

The meeting will begin at 5:30 pm and will focus on the theme of “All Things Crime & Community Safety”. It’s a chance for local people to hear from and speak directly with a range of partner agencies working to keep Salisbury safe.

There will be presentations from key organisations, including updates on Wiltshire’s Community Safety Partnership and the launch of Salisbury’s new Business Crime Reduction Network.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in discussions on anti-social behaviour (ASB) and other community safety concerns in the city.

A range of partner agencies will be present to share updates and speak with residents, including:

Wiltshire’s Community Safety Partnership
Local Police Team
Police and Crime Commissioner
Wiltshire Council ASB leads
Business Crime Reduction Lead
Salisbury Safe Places
Salisbury Soroptimists
Bobby Van
Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service

Cllr Mel Jacob, Cabinet Member for Communities, said: “We’re really pleased to be bringing the Salisbury Area Board back to City Hall, a familiar and accessible venue right in the heart of the city.

“This special meeting is a great opportunity for residents to hear directly from the organisations working to keep our communities safe, and to share their own experiences and ideas. We hope to see lots of people there.”

The meeting is open to all, and no booking is required.

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