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The Sussex Police and Crime Commissioner Latest Update

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Hello

In February 2027, I’ll be hosting the first ever Sussex Cadet Conference, bringing together cadet organisations from across our county to celebrate the difference they make to young people and our communities.

Behind every successful cadet unit are dedicated adult volunteers who give their time, skills and experience to help young people build confidence, resilience, leadership and valuable life skills. But recruiting and retaining those volunteers remains one of the biggest challenges facing cadet organisations across Sussex.

That’s why I’m particularly keen for Sussex businesses and employers to join us at Ardingly Showground on 18 February 2027. I want employers to see first-hand the benefits of supporting staff who volunteer with cadets, from the professional skills they develop to the positive contribution they make within their communities.

Whether it’s offering greater flexibility for volunteers, recognising the skills they gain or signing the Armed Forces Covenant, there are several practical ways employers can help.

By supporting the adults who inspire our cadets today, we can help develop the leaders of tomorrow and build stronger, more resilient communities across Sussex.

More information and registration details will follow soon. In the meantime, if you would like to support or attend the Sussex Cadet Conference please complete this short online form.

 

Helping communities take pride in their neighbourhoods

 

I was delighted to support Friends of Outer Devonshire (FoOD) with a grant from my Safer in Sussex Community Fund. This volunteer-led group is making a real difference across Eastbourne's Twelve Streets area, bringing residents and businesses together to improve local neighbourhoods, green spaces and public areas.

From litter picks and gardening projects to community murals and beautification schemes, FoOD is helping to create cleaner, safer and more welcoming areas. The group is also working to tackle anti-social behaviour by encouraging positive community involvement and stronger local connections.

FoOD meets regularly at the Crown & Anchor on Marine Parade and is always keen to welcome new volunteers. If you'd like to get involved in helping keep Eastbourne's seafront and surrounding streets looking their best, I'd encourage you to find out more and join one of their community sessions. If you are interested in finding out more please write to Nadine Piper.

 

Katy

Katy Bourne OBE
Sussex Police & Crime Commissioner

FRIDAY FOCUS

   

New all-terrain vehicle helping keep Brighton seafront safe

I’m pleased to see Sussex Police introducing a new all-terrain vehicle to help officers patrol Brighton’s beaches and provide an even more visible policing presence along our busy seafront.

The specialist vehicle can travel across the shingle, allowing officers to take their patrols further onto the beach and respond more quickly when people need them. It will primarily be deployed at night and in the early hours when that additional visibility and accessibility can be particularly valuable.

Brighton’s seafront welcomes millions of people every year and presents some unique policing challenges. Giving officers the right tools to reach areas that conventional police vehicles cannot is another practical way of helping them deter offending, respond effectively and keep residents and visitors safe.

The vehicle will complement other tactics already being used by Sussex Police along the seafront, including drones and live facial recognition technology.

It’s a great example of how policing can use technology and innovation in practical ways to increase visibility, strengthen prevention and help people feel safer in our public spaces.