A new app, Start Safe, Stay Safe, has been launched to improve street safety in York and North Yorkshire. It offers a straightforward, and confidential way for members of the public to report street, town and city centre incidents. It also enables authorities to quickly identify patterns of abuse and criminal behaviour and help them to respond more effectively.
The app is free to download and available 24-hours a day to people affected by street harassment in public places to report their experiences and get independent support and advice.
It will enable users to:
- Report anonymously for information only
- Access specialist support
- Capture audio, video and picture evidence
- Report the incident for formal investigation by police or council
It also provides a route through to Stop Hate UK 24/7 helpline providing further guidance on support and reporting. The Street Harassment app increases reporting from those individuals and communities who are reluctant to report directly to the police or other statutory agencies.
Read the article in full here: https://yorknorthyorks-ca.gov.uk/start-safe-stay-safe-new-street-harassment-app-to-improve-street-safety-in-york-and-north-yorkshire/
Download the app from Apple Store:
https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/start-safe-stay-safe
Download the app from Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.stophateuk