Operated by: Metropolitan Police Service
https://www.met.police.uk/area/your-area/met/Southwark/Borough-and-BanksideCurrent Priorities
Issue
ASB and Drugs have recently reduced around Nelson Square, however, it still exists in some capacity. Students are returning to nearby colleges, officers have already engaged with tutors at the local college around students involvement and will continue to. Officers will continue to work with the Bankside wardens to patrol the area and issue warnings.
Action
Patrols to be conducted at key times to target and identify offenders. Officers to conduct patrols later at night.
Issue
Increased Borough market patrols to tackle thefts. The area attracts a high volume of pedestrians.
Action
Tactics Police can use for this range from proactive plain clothes patrols and high visibility patrols. Officers will consider stop and search powers where necessary.
Issue
Theft shoplifting
Action
Identify and arrest suspects concerned in theft offences.
Upcoming Events
Ward Panel meeting
A meeting of the panel members to discuss local concerns and to and set priorities for the local police team.
Where: Southwark Police Station
When: 30 May 2025 at 14:00 - 30 May 2025 at 15:00