Warwickshire venues praised for ‘Ask for Angela’ safety scheme
Majority of local pubs and bars pass checks on how they support vulnerable customers
Pubs, bars and other licensed venues across Warwickshire have been recognised for successfully running the ‘Ask for Angela’ safety scheme, an initiative which allows people to discreetly ask staff for help if they feel unsafe or need assistance.
Checks were carried out in town centre venues by partners including Warwickshire Police, local councils and business groups to assess how well the scheme is understood and put into practice.
As part of Operation Goss, Safer Neighbourhood teams worked alongside licensing officers to carry out compliance checks at 38 venues across the county. Most premises met the required standards, with only one failing the test and later receiving further training and guidance.
Leon Livermore, Head of Community Safety and Trading Standards at Warwickshire County Council, said: "It’s reassuring to see pubs, bars and restaurants across Warwickshire doing a great job in supporting community safety.
"The results reflect a strong commitment from venues to safeguarding customers and promoting safer spaces."
National ‘Ask for Angela’ scheme Director, Iwona Kossek, said: "We are thrilled with Warwickshire’s success with their recent ‘Ask for Angela’ testing exercise.
“Visiting 38 licensed premises across town centres, it’s incredibly encouraging to see how many venues have implemented the scheme effectively.
"This outcome clearly reflects the dedication and hard work across the county to create safer, more supportive environments."