Since September 2016, Club Crew have been deployed within night time economy venues around South Wales and have supported over 520 vulnerable individuals.
Club Crew staff who work in night time economy clubs and venues to support customers on designated student nights. Working in pairs, Club Crew interact with customers and provide assistance to those who may have drunk too much. Like similar work carried out elsewhere the aim is to reduce demand placed on emergency services.
Assistant South Wales Police & Crime Commissioner Bonnie Navarra said: “These results demonstrate the positive impact of the Club Crew within our student communities. By engaging directly with their peers, the Crew are able to take prompt, positive action to protect those who have become vulnerable due to alcohol and in turn this is reducing the demand placed upon ourselves and our partners. Club Crew features as part of our strategy to prevent harm and keep our vibrant night time economies safe. Prior to commencing their role, individuals undertake in-depth training which is supported by Drinkaware, to fully equip those who undertake this vital role.”
And South Wales Police Assistant Chief Constable Richard Lewis said: “Since their integration into our after dark and night time economy policing operations, the Club Crew scheme has provided a great insight into the student population but also has allowed us to better understand and serve our communities.
“Club Crew have been able to take care of those who are already vulnerable due to excessive alcohol consumption or, more importantly, carry out preventative activities to prevent individuals becoming vulnerable. This area of education and intervention is one which we see as important in protecting young and often vulnerable people from harm.
“This initiative is one of a suite of current operational activities aimed at keeping our night time economy safe for all our communities.”
