The Community Safety Podcast

Violence on our streets and the devastation it causes with Adam Fouracre Adam Fouracre is the founder and CEO of the charity Stand Against Violence.   Adam founded the charity in 2005 following the murder of his brother Lloyd.  He has over 14 years of experience in violence prevention through primary investigations and the charity sector, from management development to business strategy,...

Iain Donnelly Former Superintendant of West Midlands Police, Iain Donnelly, has over 25 years in various intelligence, covert policing, counter-terrorism, and serious crime investigation roles in London and the West Midlands. Iain is also the author of Tango Juliet Foxtrot and the presenter of a podcast of the same name, exploring how the British police have changed over the last 30 years in respo...

David Breakspear-Criminals can they change? The criminal justice system exists to create better and safer communities for everyone. People who commit serious crimes are sentenced to prison for them to reflect on their actions, and hopefully, come out better. In today’s special episode, we ask the question: Can criminals reform? What are the circumstances that led them to a life of crime in the fir...

CSP20-The drug war in the UK and worldwide has been going on for a long time. It's not new to see news coverage on buy busts and undercover operations. It makes us more aware of the drug problem, but also lulls us into a false sense of security that things are improving. In reality, these drug busts pose more threats to our community safety. In this episode, Neil Woods gives a sneak peek into the...

CSP 19-Reforming Lives, Transforming Communities, and Campaigning for Prison Reform with David Breakspear The criminal justice system exists to create better and safer communities for everyone. People who commit serious crimes are sentenced to prison for them to reflect on their actions, and hopefully, come out better. In today’s special episode, we ask the question: Can criminals reform? What are...

CSP 18-Equipping your loved ones with Open Water safety skills with Beckie Ramsay. Swimming is one of the life skills we are taught at a young age. We learn to manage our breathing and to propel our arms and legs to keep us afloat. However, the open water houses dangers beyond its inviting surface. The water may be too cold. Debris and other objects may obstruct your path. Tides can be strong enou...

CSP 17-Episode on Challenging the Norm to Effectively Tackle Anti-Social Behaviour  The predicament of anti-social behaviours is not something you turn your back on. Anti-social behaviours have a huge impact not just on individuals, but also in the families and the communities.  Today’s episode explores the deep-rooted causes of anti-social behaviour and how Nick Buckley MBE, through the...