Safer Stronger North Somerset

15/06/2026

Year 9 Blunt Truth Session

Last week, our Year 9 students took part in the Blunt Truth knife crime awareness sessions, delivering a powerful and thought-provoking message about the realities and consequences of carrying a knife. The sessions were both informative and impactful, helping students to understand the serious legal, personal and social implications of knife crime, as well as the devastating effect it can have on individuals, families and communities. Delivered in an engaging and age-appropriate way, the talks encouraged students to reflect on their choices, challenge misconceptions, and build the confidence to make safe, positive decisions.

Many thanks to all our visitors who led these incredible, educational sessions.

29/05/2026

Over the recent long weekend - right in the middle of the school holidays - Weston-super-Mare saw a significant increase in visitors, with many people heading to the seafront and places like Marine Lake to enjoy the warm weather.

Behind the scenes, our Safer Stronger North Somerset and Weston Seafront teams worked hard to help keep everyone safe and ensure our public spaces could be enjoyed responsibly.

👣 Increased patrols across busy areas
Community Response Officers and Beach Rangers carried out additional patrols across key locations, with a particular focus on peak evening periods. Their presence helped provide reassurance, offer advice, and engage directly with those using the space.

🤝 Working closely with partners
We worked alongside Avon and Somerset Police, who included Weston in their Bank Holiday patrol plans. During a particularly busy day across North Somerset - with over 180 calls received and several serious incidents requiring urgent attention - officers still responded quickly to incidents locally and supported activity on the ground.

✅ Taking action when needed
Where anti-social behaviour or breaches of Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) were identified, officers took appropriate action. This included addressing issues such as alcohol-related behaviour, littering and anti-social conduct, helping to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.

📊 Putting activity into context
While there was a short period of increased reports around Marine Lake on Bank Holiday Monday - likely linked to the good weather and higher footfall - incidents were limited and time-specific rather than ongoing. Officers attended promptly and dealt with the situation as and when needed.

🙌 Supporting positive behaviour
As well as enforcement, engagement remains a key focus. Our Beach Rangers continue to provide advice and guidance, and our Youth Connections Hub is supporting outreach work with young people to encourage safe and respectful use of shared spaces.

We’re proud of the work our teams and partners do - often under pressure and behind the scenes - to support both residents and visitors, especially during busy holiday periods.

Thank you to everyone who helped make the weekend as safe and enjoyable as possible 🙏

22/05/2026

If you are worried or have any concerns, please report through Fearless where you can do so 100% anonymously.

Be fearless against knife crime

21/05/2026

North Somerset Safer Communities team fully support the addition of bleed kits around the North Somerset area.

Not only can they be used for knife injuries, but any injury that includes a significant bleed.

For more information on where you can find your nearest bleed kit, please visit the heartsafe website at www.heartsafe.org.uk/bleed-kit-homepage/

Why Bleed Kits Save Lives

Catastrophic bleeding is a medical emergency — a person can lose a life‑threatening amount of blood in just 3–5 minutes, long before an ambulance can arrive ⏱️

❤️ HeartSafe Community Bleed Kits are designed to fill that critical gap:

✅ Approved and endorsed by the NHS, Police and Ambulance Services

✅ Designed specifically for untrained members of the public

✅ Stored in unlocked cabinets for instant 24/7 access

✅ Clear, step‑by‑step instructions included inside every kit

These kits empower ordinary people to take immediate life‑saving action while emergency services are on their way 🚑

🔗 Learn more about Bleed Kits:
https://www.heartsafe.org.uk/bleed-kit/

20/05/2026

As part of the North Somerset Safer Communities team are down at Weston Independent Market promoting safe ways of reporting knife crime through Fearless.org and offering advice to the local community.

Come down and see us if you are in the area!

19/05/2026

18/05/2026

Weston Armed Forces and Emergency Services Day takes place on Saturday 20 June from 10am 🎉🫡

Weston-super-Mare Town Council, together with dedicated volunteers, will be hosting a brilliant day of celebrations on the Beach Lawns on Weston seafront to honour the amazing work of our local Armed Forces and 999 responders 🙌

Plus eat Festivals will be there, organising the yummy food and drink on offer.

And, new for this year, there'll be a special sunset ceremony on Friday (19 June) from 6.30pm at the Italian Gardens. It will be a poignant event to start the Armed Forces and Emergency Services Day celebrations, offering the chance for people to come together for reflection, respect and to honour those who serve.

For more information visit the dedicated website at https://orlo.uk/mbWH7

18/05/2026

Today, Monday 18 May, marks the start of - a nationwide initiative dedicated to tackling knife crime, raising awareness and helping to keep our communities safe.

Fearless is the dedicated youth service of the independent charity Crimestoppers. They provide you with the opportunity to give information about crime 100% anonymously.

You can give information to them using the online form or by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

BE FEARLESS ABOUT KNIFE CRIME - report 100% anonymously at Fearless.org

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13/05/2026

We’re so pleased to have trialled a new pop-up event at Loxton Campus last week 🙌 North Somerset Council's MAVISbus was on site and an information fayre set up with representatives from partner agencies and services including: Safe Link who offer sexual assault follow up and empowerment for any victim of r**e, sexual assault or abuse, North Somerset Domestic Abuse service - Cranstoun, Drug and Alcohol support service - WithYou and Avon R**e and Sexual Abuse Support SARSASupport, Youth Justice Prevention Service YJPS, Avon and Somerset Police and Yuno Sexual Health (Sexual Health Service).

Together, we provided a safe place for young people to talk and receive support and information on staying safe. So great to receive positive feedback from both students and staff. Thanks to everyone who popped along and to Weston College for their ongoing support in providing access to quality information and advice for young people in North Somerset 💫

13/05/2026

❗ Kitchen Knife Disposal - Keeping Our Crews Safe ❗

We’re reminding residents across North Somerset about the importance of disposing of kitchen knives safely after a dangerous item was found in a recycling box during collections today.

A meat cleaver was discovered in a recycling container with the blade completely uncovered. Items like this pose a serious risk to our recycling and waste crews, who regularly handle materials by hand when sorting during collections.

Knives should never be placed loose in recycling boxes. Not only does this put our crews at risk of serious injury, but it can also endanger others if left exposed.

Please make sure you dispose of knives responsibly using one of the following options:

🔪Use a knife surrender bin. Locations include: Weston-super-Mare Town Hall, between TK Maxx and Sainsbury’s in Worle or Nailsea Police Station
🔪Place in your black wheelie bin - Before doing so, carefully wrap the knife in thick cardboard, secure it firmly with tape, and ensure the blade is fully covered.
🔪Take them to your local recycling centre

If you are transporting knives to a surrender bin or the recycling centre, please wrap them in a towel and/or bag to prevent injury.

By disposing of knives correctly, you’re helping to protect our crews and keep your community safe. Please take a moment to make sure sharp items are always handled and discarded responsibly.