ASHLEY GREEN

Neighbourhood Action Group (NAG)

Did you know that Ashley Green is part of the "Chesham Rural" Neighbourhood Action Group, or N.A.G? This is part of a police initiative to increase “multi-agency” co-operation with regard to neighbourhood policing.

In simple terms this means a group that consists of parish councillors, members of the community, neighbourhood police officers and (sometimes) district councillors with the aim of focussing upon the main priorities that are identified by the local community, and try to resolve them, in partnership with other agencies on the group.

Here are some tips for this time of year, when burglaries and thefts are particularly prevalent.

As it gets darker earlier, opportunistic burglars tend to target houses in the early afternoon, around 3.30 - 5.00pm, when the absence of lights might indicate clearly that a house is empty. Why not invest in timer switches or make sure that you leave lights on if you go out. At this time of year also be aware of heating oil theft and take all precautions.

Please report all sightings of suspicious people or cars around the village. Note the numbers if you think there is anything suspicious. These will be then logged and cross referenced and followed up should anything untoward occur both here and in our neighbouring villages.

Also, be aware of people selling door to door. They do require a "Peddler’s Certificate", which they should be able to produce? Watch also for people claiming to want access to read a meter.

If you are concerned please call the police on the new number 101 which replaced the old 0845 number on November 14th. Note - 999 remains the number for emergencies.

Your neighbourhood police team consists of PC Kevin Flint assisted by PCSOs Tob O'Callaghan, Andy Piotrwski and Jacqueline Day. You can contact them on the new 101 number.

If you would like you village representatives to raise anything or your behalf just call or email them.

Contact Jacqui Rose by email - jacquierose@lineone.net or John Axon on 01442 866549.