Crime | Posted on March 18th, 2025 | return to news
Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner offers grants to tackle ASB
Grants worth up to £5,000 are being offered to help community groups reduce anti-social behaviour (ASB) across the county.
Dorset’s Police and Crime Commissioner, David Sidwick, is launching the latest round of funding from the Operation Relentless Community Fund to help community groups reduce anti-social behaviour (ASB) or increase feelings of public safety in their area.
Groups have until Friday 2 May to apply for grants worth between £100 to £5,000.
In total, £150,700 from the Operation Relentless Community Fund has been awarded to community groups for 35 initiatives since the fund was established in 2021. Projects have included community outreach work, employment skills workshops, sports activities and sessions in primary schools to educate pupils about the dangers of county lines.
Sidwick said: “ASB in Dorset is currently at its lowest level since 2007/08, and in the last year alone has fallen by 12 per cent, and I am determined it stays that way. Alongside the hard work carried out by Dorset Police in tackling this behaviour, we know this initiative makes a difference as the public have told us so.
“That’s why I am so pleased to be launching round five of the Operation Relentless Community Fund to ensure these low levels remain low and communities can be free of the detrimental impact this behaviour has.
“My Office works hard to make a positive difference to the people of Dorset and this fund is just one of the tools at our disposal to help make our county safer. I am proud of the results we have seen so far and determined to see this continue.
“If you are a charity or local organisation and fit the criteria, I encourage you to apply for funding. Together we can continue to drive down ASB offences and make a positive difference to where we all live and work.”
To apply for a grant, visit the PCC website or bit.ly/OperationRelentlessCommunityFund.
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