Rustington neighbourhood watch members are elected

THE new Rustington and District Neighbourhood Watch Association was launched at a well-attended meeting at Rustington Parish Council’s offices.

The guest speaker was Lee Matthews, police community support officer, who spoke about his seven years’ policing experience, his commitment to neighbourhood policing and his support of residents in the fight against crime and anti-social behaviour.

The meeting adopted the constitution and elected a committee, with a wealth of committee and practical Neighbourhood Watch experience.

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Robin Hargraves, previously chairman of the former Arun Neighbourhood Watch Association, was elected chairman, with Ian Aird vice-chairman/editor, Peter Hardbord, secretary, John Bliss, treasurer and Jai Tout minute taker/public relations and events. Michael Hancock, Peter Fishe, Edward Inge and Brian Wilson were also elected to the committee.

Robin spoke about his plans to continue the Neighbourhood Watch in the village.

The next meeting/AGM will be held in the John de Bohun Room of the parish council offices in Woodlands Avenue on Thursday, October 11, at 6.15pm and will be open to all Neighbourhood Watch members in the Rustington area. For more information, contact 0844 487 6827.