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Night-Time Economy Systems Maps

Mapping the night-time economy at a local level to reduce unequal harms

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Drivers of unequal harms in Derby’s night-time economy

SOURCES OF POWER

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Economic resources
(markets, business)

Knowledge resources
(lobbying, social media, advertising)

Organisational resources
(political parties, trade groups, charities)

State resources
(public services, legislation)

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SAFETY, CRIME, POLICING AND ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR

CITY'S IMAGE, REPUTATION AND IDENTITY

GOVERNANCE, FUNDING AND VISION

GAMBLING AND ALCOHOL

CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE

Benefit of overt police patrols

Street pastors keep night-time economy users safe in the city centre on weekends

Under-reporting of crime due to police shortages, lack of 'faith' in the police, 101 waiting times and cultural views

Fear of (knife) crime and young people, affects users of night-time economy

CCTV monitoring prioritised in the city centre and at weekends, based on crime data - disadvantages students

Derelict retail areas attract low-value uses without regard for health of Derby's centre

Cost of policing night-time economy met by rates payers not the companies that profit

Taxi marshals and street wardens do not support early evening users of night-time economy

Reduced retail diversity due to the cost of living and fewer visitors

Increased use of district centres due to lower cost of drinking at home, greater perceived safety and home working

Micropubs and adult gaming centres replacing betting shops (more appealing to young people)

Placing police officers in city centre means residents in other areas will see less police presence

Bar staff and supervisors receive inadequate training on at-risk customers

Inequity impacts not considered when granting gambling licences

Students lured into drinking in the night-time economy (after drinking at home)

Work in primary care to increase numbers in alcohol treatment

Lack of a communications plan means siloed departmental working and uninformed public

National policy can constrain or enable local action

Cheap off-licences, takeaway restaurants and gambling outlets located on student routes in/out of city

Gambling venues target the most vulnerable and deprived

Increased drinking and gambling at home, online and in local pubs, leading to closure of betting shops

High levels of retail turnover perpetuating a downward spiral of Derby's centre

Need to have clear vision for Derby - strategic thinking & early intervention cost less long-term

No council strategy for a safe city centre venue for young people

Lack of gambling education and early intervention to mitigate against young people's (online) exposure

Young people exposed to harms in city centre due to lack of positive green spaces

Reduced police, ambulance and statutory service capacity

Police allocation is based on reported crime, not perceived sense of safety

Cumulative impact zones mean new establishments must evidence lack of negative impacts

Local authority, taxi marshals, Pubwatch & police partnering to manage the night-time economy

Drivers of unequal harms in Swindon’s night-time economy

SOURCES OF POWER

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Culture resources
(Organised religion, cultural norms)

Economic resources
(markets, business)

Knowledge resources
(lobbying, social media, advertising)

Organisational resources
(political parties, trade groups, charities)

State resources
(public services, legislation)

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Lack of strategic planning hinders collaborative working

Reduction in local government budgets

Complex interventions can hinder public’s engagement with issues

Lack of collaborative working causing duplication and confusion

Lack of resources for systems-wide approaches

Lack of service integration worsens social issues

Town’s poor reputation harms residents’ self-esteem

Residents are proud of their neighbourhoods but not Swindon

Reputational damage encourages bad behaviour

Anti-social behaviour considered more acceptable in areas with poor reputations

New housing estates lack infrastructure

Derelict town centre discourages visitors

National government priorities don't meet local need

Residents do not feel safe around street drinkers

Known sites for cheap alcohol

Local authority tenders space for gambling advertisements

Need for community-led initiatives to tackle community issues

Pubwatch promotes safe environment only in some areas

Gambling advertisements target women

Themed pubs promoting high-strength alcoholic drinks

Weak town identity fails to connect communities

Lack of collaborative working affects community connections

Social media expectations

Street drinking facilitated by lack of CCTV and poor lighting

Town centre’s back alleys offer venue for anti-social behaviour

Lack of CCTV coverage and monitoring affecting perceived public safety

Lack of street lighting affecting perceived public safety

Uncoordinated asylum seeker housing has created tensions

Need for higher-quality housing

Police taking more action on crime and street drinking

Lack of youth facilities

Youth Justice system ranked oustanding

Child services’ inadequate rating jeopardises public trust

Lack of university students is stunting night-time economy

Cumulative impact assessments may not be effective in reducing street drinking

Police force special measures may dampen public’s view of authority figures

Gambling licensing policy does not reflect public concerns

Transport links attract organised crime

Good transport links take people away from Swindon's night-time economy

Lack of higher education and high-skilled jobs causing brain drain

Lack of parenting skills leaves children vulnerable to exploitation and negative influences

Frequent advertisements for gambling and alcohol in the public realm

Deep ties between alcohol and gambling industries

Limited employment opportunities

Alcohol and gambling used as escapism from the cost of living crisis

Town reputation attract sex workers

Low taxi use among young people due to Swindon taxi murders legacy

Gambling culture normalised in blue-collar industries and some ethnic minority groups

Work-place cultures normalise smoking, drinking and drug use

Rising youth violence often in areas with late-night licensed premises

Town centre’s ethnic diversity makes it vulnerable to social issues

Lack of diversity contributes to community segregation

Departure of businesses has negatively impacted Swindon and its NTE

Concerns new build apartment plans will create town centre “ghetto”

Overcrowding in the town centre

Lots of children and families, fewer 18-30-year-olds

Unchallenged, overt drug dealing in town centre daily

Increased police presence linked to safety fears

Cessation of public space protection order

Potential for big business to contribute to the community and youth opportunities

No ‘anchor’ venue

Funding gap for culture quarter

Limited town-centre offer

GOVERNANCE, FUNDING AND VISION

TOWN'S IMAGE, REPUTATION AND IDENTITY

HOUSING AND INFRASTRUCTURE

TOWN DEMOGRAPHICS

GAMBLING AND ALCOHOL

CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE

SAFETY, CRIME, POLICING AND ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR

AMENITIES

WORK AND EMPLOYMENT

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