Brighton’s night-time economy is a vital part of the city's social fabric, drawing residents and visitors alike to its vibrant array of venues and activities. However, ensuring the safety and well-being of everyone in this dynamic environment presents a constant challenge. The Brighton Crime Reduction Partnership (BCRP) has played an integral role in shaping the safety of Brighton’s night-time economy, focusing on crime prevention, vulnerability protection, and collaboration with key local stakeholders.

Shoplifting and anti-social behaviour (ASB) are persistent challenges for businesses across the UK, impacting retail staff, customers, and the wider community. In Brighton, we take a proactive and collaborative approach to addressing these issues, ensuring businesses are supported, offenders are held accountable, and our city remains a safe place to work and shop.

The National Association of Business Crime Partnerships have announced the first ever National Awareness Week for Business Crime Reduction Partnerships to take place throughout the week of 17th March 2025.

Nitazenes are a type of New Synthetic Opioid (NSO). These synthetic opioids mimic the effects of natural opioids such as heroin but can be hundreds of times stronger and at least as potent as fentanyl. There have been accidental overdoses and deaths across the UK due to heroin and other drugs being contaminated with nitazenes.

Brighton based scammers given a hiding in the High Court.

Our Friday Night-Time Economy Briefing is a quick and effective way for security teams, venue managers, and business owners to stay ahead of emerging issues in Brighton’s night-time economy.