'Safe Space' project in Birmingham set to be extended
It'll going to be on Broad Street as well as the Arcadian
A "safe space" project for people who need help on night's out in Birmingham's being extended.
In the first six months -- volunteers helped over 800 people and prevented more than 500 ambulance call outs.
The Space is located in the Arcadian -- but after lockdown it's going to be extended to Broad Street.
Support is on hand for those who become detached from their group of friends, or if they need a taxi home.
The facility is supported by a dedicated team from St John Ambulance.
Since it was set up in June 2019 the PCC has invested over £18,000 into the project.
This year the PCC has committed £10,000 to keep the Safe Space running in the Arcadian Centre.
This money will also be used to expand the scheme to cover Broad Street once lockdown eases.
Police and Crime Commissioner David Jamieson said:
“The Safe Space has been a real success and I am delighted that we will continue to help with funding it as well as expanding it to cover Broad Street.
Birmingham has a thriving night life which allows thousands of people to socialise, party and enjoy themselves. However, we know that sometimes people need some support and help when things don’t go to plan."
The Deputy PCC Ashley Bertie, visited the Arcadian back in 2019, to see how the safe space was benefitting people.
Jo Kinsella, The Arcadian Centre manager and Vice Chair of Southside BID, said:
“Since its introduction the Safe Space has played a significant part in helping those in need and preventing crime and anti-social behaviour.
I am pleased that the project is expanding to Broad Street as it has had made a real difference In Southside.”