Agenda item - Residents Question Time

-       19:15

-       25 Minutes

-       Start with 3 Star Questions followed by 2 Star Questions.

-       Responses to items raised at the Tenant Only Meeting.

10  RESIDENT’S QUESTIONS                                     71 – 86

10.1 N3.1 Regarding anti-social behaviour and crime across the North Area. IB detailed context of the issue raised in the question, noting that Sussex Police had sent officers to  attend the residents only meeting but there had been no further progression. Requested feedback on matter and how it was being progressed by the authority.

10.2 Cllr Sheard confirmed that the authority was limited by whether or not they were council tenants. JD provided a verbal briefing about the Joint Action Group between Sussex Police and BHCC and response framework. Emerging issues are flagged, to be followed up monthly, JD detailed residents must report further incidents to the police to ensure adequate resources are available and issue is properly flagged.

10.3 Donna James made note their disappointment at the lack of presence in Bates Estate from PCSO’s and lack of communication since the previous PCSO for the area was reassigned, they noted the replacement has not attended resident meetings. JD confirmed to follow up with the neighbourhood Sergeant.