Managing the Night Time Economy: North Somerset; Birmingham Broad Street

• A policing initiative addressing Night Time Economy issues in North Somerset has been submitted to this year's Tilley awards as 'best problem solving project' in the area.  Operation 'Joined Up' was set up prior to the implementation of the new licensing act and included the appointment of a a special 'alcohol and violent crime officer'. This allowed a focus on partnership working to deliver regular visits to licensed premises prior to the act and other key actions such as underage test purchasing. For further details see the Avon and Somerset Constabulary website.
• In Birmingham the third 'Best of Broad Street' awards ceremony was hosted to recognise best practice within Broad Street's Night Time Economy. Over 300 guests attended the Coca Cola sponsored event which saw awards go to 15 categories. Further info at Birmingham Mail