Tackling gang related crime, the impact of Martyn’s Law and how to problem solve are just some of the issues that will be tackled at the 20th annual National Pubwatch Conference.
The event, which will take place at the Crowne Plaza, Sheffield on Tuesday, 5th March 2024, boasts a raft of industry speakers from the pub, licensed and police sectors.
Daniel Davies from Rockpoint Leisure and New Brighton Pubwatch will talk about tackling gang crime in the licensed trade.
National Pubwatch Award winner Nottingham Pubwatch will be at the event and its chair Michele Somers will give her view on sharing best practice.
Matt Lambert, chief executive of The Portman Group, will give the trade view. There will also be a legal update that will see Jonathan Smith and Andy Grimsey from Poppleston Allen talk about the latest impacts on the sector including the up-and-coming Martyn’s Law.
Other speakers include Matt Sessions, Problem Solving Tactical Advisor, Warwickshire Police and Chief Superintendent Ian Proffitt, Prevention Strategic Lead of South Yorkshire Police.
The prestigious National Pubwatch awards will also be handed out on the day including the National Pubwatch Award of Merit, which rewards individuals that have contributed to the success of pubwatch schemes and the Malcolm Eidmans award, which recognises the outstanding contribution made by a police officer or member of police staff in supporting the work of their local pubwatch scheme.
There will also two Bravery and Meritorious Conduct Awards given, which recognise the contribution of individuals whose actions have saved life or minimised physical harm.
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