Practitioners' Area

Understanding Section 17

Section 17 of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998 requires local and police authorities, plus other agencies, to consider crime and disorder reduction and community safety when undertaking all of their duties and responsibilities. View information about Section 17

Home Office crime reduction
Visit the Home Office Crime Reduction website Opens in a new window, which provides information and resources for those working to reduce crime in their local area. Read the latest edition of the HO Community Safety eUpdate Opens in a new window.