Residents urged to sign up to Street Watch

A COMMUNITY-led crime fighting scheme recently conducted its first patrol around Babbs Mill.
The local Street Watch group - which act as eyes and ears in the local community - are looking for extra volunteers.
Anyone interested will be given training and will be asked to commit to around two hours a month.
The local branch has been established following the launch of similar set-ups in areas including Elmdon and Shirley.
West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner David Jamieson, a former Kingshurst councillor, has said that the scheme has played a key role in providing another uniformed presence on the streets.
Although some have been wary of the project, fearing residents are being asked to pick up the baton in the wake of police cuts.
To find out more about Street Watch and how you can get involved click here.