Three new COVID Compliance Officers start in Torbay
They will be supported by the Community Safety Commercial Team - who also have the power to issue fines
Businesses in Torbay will have extra support on hand, thanks to three new COVID Compliance Officers.
They started work this month, to help and advise local traders on the current restrictions.
They will be supported by senior officers from Torbay Council's Community Safety Commercial Team who - as well as being there to engage and educate – also have the power of enforcement and issuing fines if necessary.
The new COVID Compliance Officers are funded by the Department of Housing, Communities and Local Government. Their aim is to create a local presence with proactive engagement, as well as responding to complaints from the public about premises not following the rules.
They provide additional targeted support and reassurance to the local business community and help with the effort to keep Torbay’s businesses safe. They are also work in partnership with the Police.
"We are in no doubt as to how difficult these times are for business, and we know that the rules can sometimes appear confusing. That’s why we’ve got three new COVID Compliance Officers out and about to help business owners, managers and staff to fully comply with all of the safety requirements that are necessary to help curb the spread of COVID."
Steve Darling - Leader of Torbay Council
The officers are clearly identifiable by their photo ID badges, which they will show when they arrive at any premises.