The Local authority implements measures aimed at preventing vandalism within the area ( CCTV, wardens, improved street lighting etc) and provides advice and information on measures which can be taken by individuals to deter vandals, and how to notify the Council about incidents of vandalism. Where the vandalism has taken place on public property the Council will carry out repairs.
The Council works with its partners in the Crime and Disorder Reduction Partnership (CDRP).
What is criminal damage/vandalism?
The Police definition of criminal damage is as follows :
“Criminal damage refers to crimes where any person without lawful excuse intentionally or recklessly destroys or damages any property belonging to another. Activities resulting in non-permanent damage (ie that can be rectified, cleaned off or removed at no cost) such as letting down car tyres, should not be classed as criminal damage, nor should accidental damage”.
Vandalism is similar to criminal damage but only covers crimes against households and household property