Meir North & Weston Coyney — Neighbourhood Policing Team

Anti-social behaviour linked to begging and homelessness. We understand the impact this can have on residents, local businesses, and perceptions of safety in the area, and we are taking a balanced approach that supports both community wellbeing and vulnerable individuals.

Our PCSOs continue to maintain a high-visibility presence in key locations, providing reassurance to the public and acting as a point of contact for any concerns. In recent months, we have seen an increase in rough sleeping, and we are working closely with the local authority and homelessness support charities to ensure that those in need are offered appropriate support and engagement. Our focus is on providing long-term, sustainable outcomes—connecting individuals with housing, mental health, and addiction services where necessary—while also addressing behaviours that may cause distress to others. This work will remain a key priority over the coming months as we strive to reduce anti-social behaviour and improve the wider environment for all members of the community.

Set: 2025-06-01

Off-road bikes and associated anti-social behaviour (ASB). Residents have told us about the damage to green spaces and vehicles, the noise, and the fear these bikes cause when ridden dangerously on roads and through parks.

We have launched Operation Transom in partnership with Stoke-on-Trent City Council to tackle this issue. This involves the neighbourhood policing team, roads policing unit, local authority ASB team, and dedicated communications support. The goal is clear: to identify offenders, take enforcement action, and reassure the public through visible and proactive policing. As part of our ongoing work, we have carried out—and will continue to arrange—targeted days of action. These operations include the use of drones, NPAS (police helicopter), a fixed-wing aircraft, and specially trained officers using off-road bikes. This allows us to safely pursue and apprehend offenders, even in hard-to-reach areas.

Set: 2025-06-01

Anti-social behaviour (ASB) linked to begging and homelessness.

A number of key individuals have been given custodial sentences for offences committed in the area, which has been a great improvement. Our PCSOs continue to maintain a high-visibility presence in key locations, providing reassurance to the public and acting as a point of contact for any concerns. In recent months, we have seen an increase in rough sleeping, and we are working closely with the local authority and homelessness support charities to ensure that those in need are offered appropriate support and engagement. Our focus is on providing long-term, sustainable outcomes connecting individuals with housing, mental health, and addiction services where necessary. This work will remain a key priority over the coming months as we strive to reduce anti-social behaviour and improve the wider environment for all members of the community.

Set: 2025-09-02

Anti-social behaviour (ASB)

We have increased high visibility patrols in the area to assist in tackling ASB, taking the opportunity to engage and talk through local concerns with the community.

Set: 2025-09-02

Drug Related Issues

We are continuing to focus on drug-related activity in the Meir area, building on the proactive work already carried out in recent months. Local officers have executed a number of drug warrants at addresses identified through community intelligence, particularly those linked to anti-social behaviour and suspected drug use. We are actively targeting individuals involved in drug dealing, dismantling local supply networks, and taking robust enforcement action against those responsible. We will continue to work with partners and the community to identify problem locations, gather information, and ensure that Meir remains a safe place to live and work.

Set: 2025-12-03

ASB issues for local residents and businesses

We are also listening closely to the community regarding concerns around anti-social behaviour. High-visibility patrols will continue over the coming months to address issues such as youth-related ASB, harassment within homes, harassment of local businesses and matters linked to homelessness. We encourage residents to speak with officers on patrol and report any concerns directly. Your information helps us identify problem areas and take effective action. We are working closely with partners from the local authority, who are supporting our efforts to reduce ASB and keep the area safe. You will see an increase of drop in sessions for residents, supported by our PCSOs and the local Cllrs.

Set: 2025-12-03

Nuisance Bikes

Operation Transom continues in partnership with Stoke-on-Trent City Council to tackle this issue. This involves the neighbourhood policing team, roads policing unit, local authority ASB team, and dedicated communications support. The goal is clear, to identify offenders, take enforcement action, and reassure the public through visible and proactive policing. As part of our ongoing work, we have carried out and will continue to arrange targeted days of action. These operations include the use of drones, NPAS (police helicopter), a fixed-wing aircraft, and specially trained officers using off-road bikes. This allows us to safely pursue and apprehend offenders, even in hard-to-reach areas.

Set: 2025-12-03

Nuisance Bikes & E-Scooters

Operation Transom continues in partnership with Stoke-on-Trent City Council to tackle this issue. This involves the neighbourhood policing team, roads policing unit, local authority ASB team, and dedicated communications support. The goal is clear, to identify offenders, take enforcement action, and reassure the public through visible and proactive policing. As part of our ongoing work, we have carried out and will continue to arrange targeted days of action. These operations include the use of drones, NPAS (police helicopter), a fixed-wing aircraft, and specially trained officers using off-road bikes. This allows us to safely pursue and apprehend offenders, even in hard-to-reach areas.

Set: 2026-03-10

Vehicles exceeding speed limits, contributing to safety concerns and increased risk of collisions within the community.

Collaboration with the Safer Roads Team and Road Crime Team to carry out targeted enforcement and intelligence-led activity in problem areas to reduce offending behaviour and increase visibility. We are also proactively identifying problem areas and peak times for parking and speeding issues. Our PCSOs are taking every appropriate opportunity to engage with drivers, providing education where suitable and taking enforcement action where necessary.

Set: 2026-06-11