New fund to help cut crime across Northumberland and Tyne and Wear

A new fund is being launched to help cut crime and anti-social behaviour across Northumberland and Tyne and Wear.

Northumbria’s Police and Crime Commissioner Susan Dungworth is proving 100 thousand pounds for grants.

The money will support projects aimed at making communities safer and helping vulnerable people.

Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner, Susan Dungworth, said:

“This fund is about helping communities take the lead in making their neighbourhoods safer and stronger. It reflects the priorities set out in my Police and Crime Plan for Northumbria – to prevent crime, tackle anti-social behaviour, and build confidence in policing.

“By investing in our communities and supporting ideas from the local area, we’re showing we’re listening, that crime doesn’t pay, – and we’re empowering communities to make real, lasting change.”

Adam Lopardo, Chief Funding and Partnership Officer at Community Foundation North East, said:

“We are delighted to be working with the Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner and her team on the Commissioner’s Community Fund. We know from our Vital Signs Justice report the positive impact the type of projects and initiatives this fund will support can have on our communities. We look forward to seeing those projects in action.”