The Crimestoppers web site (at www.crimestoppers-uk.org) is to be sponsored by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) as the Regulator bids to strengthen its ties with the charity.
The SIA desperately wants to encourage the private security industry and members of the public to report unlicensed activity directly to Crimestoppers, anonymously on 0800 555 111. Individuals will not be asked for their personal details, and calls cannot be traced or recorded.
Speaking about the sponsorship, SIA chief executive Michael Wilson said: “The SIA is fundamentally dependent on good intelligence for effective compliance and enforcement operations. We are aware that many people would hesitate to give us the information we need if they had to leave their name and address or other contact details. This is why our partnership with Crimestoppers is so important. They can offer a 24/7 service, operated by people expert in dealing with crime-related issues and all calls are anonymous. By sponsoring their web site, we can further raise awareness of our association with Crimestoppers and our mutual commitment to reduce crime.”
Adam Sach, Crimestoppers’ corporate relations manager, added: “As a charity, it’s essential that Crimestoppers works closely with other agencies in the fight against crime. The SIA’s sponsorship of the Crimestoppers web site will help highlight different types of criminal activity, and make people aware that they can report crime anonymously to Crimestoppers without fear of retribution.”
Crimestoppers is an independent charity dedicated to solving crimes and taking criminals off the streets. Around 17 people are arrested and charged every day as a result of information given to Crimestoppers. One person every five days is charged with murder, as a direct result of information given to Crimestoppers.
Crimestoppers UK was founded by Lord Ashcroft KCMG, chairman of Trustees. In 1988 he launched Crimestoppers in the Metropolitan Police area. Crimestoppers is built on a three-way partnership between the business community, the police and the media.
For further information log on at: www.the-sia.org.uk
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