Dover Partnership Against Crime

Set up in 2001, Dover Partnership Against Crime (DPAC), is a business crime-reduction partnership which covers the towns of Dover, Deal, Sandwich, and Aylesham. Comprising over one hundred members, all working together in preventing, detecting, and reducing the impact of low-level crime and anti-social behaviour.

Working in Partnership with, or Accredited by:

• • • Tackling Crime in the District is Everyone's Business

What are the benefits of being a DPAC Member?

Offender Database

Get access to our district-wide database of offenders who are operating near your business.

Communication

With our 2-Way Radios, you can contact local Police*, DDC's CCTV Control Room and Local Businesses.

Incident Reporting

Use our online system to electronically log offenders to the database which is then shared with other members.

Exclusion Orders

Prolific offenders are issued with an exclusion order - which bans them from entering any DPAC-Members Premises for 12 months.

Alerts

You'll be alerted to new offenders who are issued with exclusion orders, helping to better prepare your business and keep your staff safer.

Great Community

We are a fantastic community of businesses and organisations who are all looking out for one another, the work our members do helps everyone.

* It remains the responsibility of the DPAC Member to contact the local police by calling either 101 (non-emergency) or 999 (emergency).

The Results

“There can be no doubt that these exclusions reduce crime, makes the area safer, and cause disruption to would-be offenders. Guy Collyer, who leads on BCRPs for Police CPI, said: “Following a very challenging year for all, DPAC has continued to support members and other stakeholders throughout the pandemic. This is a very successful and well-run partnership.”

The Impact of DPAC, and the Importance of the Role Our Members Play

In the 22 months up to January 2021 a total of 277 new offenders were reported to DPAC – with many of these individuals being issued with a DPAC exclusion notice. Of these, 74% committed one offence; 13% two offences; 4% three offences; 4% four offences; and a further 4% committed between 5-9 offences. Four individuals committed ten or more offences.

Sharing information about suspects and offenders on a secure platform (Disc) between DPAC members and the police not only helps reduce crime and promote safety but also gives members a feeling of community and security whilst reducing any sense of isolation, especially for those members with smaller workforces.

DPAC’s encouragement for a constant flow of reporting is particularly active in the night-time economy, especially with its relationship with Pubwatch where information is shared at its monthly meetings, helping to deter ASB and improve the night-time entertainment for all.

Secured by Design – Read the Full Article

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Local Businesses & Retailers

Protect your business and support your high street by joining the Dover Partnership Against Crime (DPAC). Get access to our secure digital radio network, real-time Disc system tracking, and community-driven Exclusion Orders to deter prolific offenders.

01 Hospitality & Night-Time Venues:

Create a safer night out in Dover, Deal, and Sandwich with DPAC. From implementing the “Ask for Angela” vulnerability initiative to earning your Safer Socialising Award accreditation, we help local licensees and staff protect vulnerable customers.

02 Community Partners & Public Safety

See how collaborative data sharing keeps our district safe. Read about our recent accreditations from Police Crime Prevention Initiatives and find out how our partnership with Dover District Council reduces town centre crime. Read our latest partnership reports.