Police support launch of bar scheme to enhance night life safety in Newquay
As part a commitment to boost safety across bars, pubs and clubs, police in Newquay have supported the launch of a nationally recognised scheme which aims to hold licensed premises to a high standard.
The scheme, Best Bar None, assesses venues on a variety of measures including how customers are kept safe, the security measures they have in place, such as CCTV, and the quality of training provided to staff.
The assessment also focusses on the importance of safety for women and girls.
Newquay is the first town in Cornwall to run the scheme and since its introduction in Spring this year, five businesses signed up for an assessment. All were successful achieving the Best Bar None accreditation.
The certificates were presented at a recognition service on Wednesday 19 November to Project 83, Sailors Arms, Walkabout, the Red Lion, and Towan Blystra.
Inspector Steve Johnson, who presented the accreditations, said: “Congratulations to all the businesses who have received an accreditation.
“I believe that this scheme will be another factor in helping us all to create a safer and more welcoming night life experience in Newquay.
“It’s encouraging to see that these businesses have all met the high-quality standards necessary, including the important safety measures to help keep their customers and staff safe.”
Police alcohol licensing officer Sue Edwards said: “Not only does the assessment provide customers with reassurance, but it’s a useful way for businesses to find out how to improve customer safety and experience.”
Chris Hancock, representative from the Sailors Arms, said: "We are happy and proud to support Best Bar None and also to attain the level required for accreditation. We look forward to seeing the programme develop in the coming years as more and more businesses come on board.
"It is very positive for the hospitality industry in Newquay. Thank you to everyone involved."
Licenced premises who are interested in finding out more about the scheme can visit the Best Bar None website: About Best Bar None - Best Bar None
Best Bar None is an independent, nationally accredited programme. Whilst supported by police in Newquay, all assessments are carried out by independent representatives of the scheme.
Photo L-R: Inspector Steve Johnson, reps from Project 83, the Red Lion, Sailors Arms and Walkabout.
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