Council seeks members of the public for new safety partnership
Áras an Chontae, Roscommon Town.
The council is seeking members of the public to join a new community safety organisation.
The Roscommon Local Community Safety Partnership replaces the former Roscommon Joint Policing Committee, and a meeting of the new partnership had been hoped to take place by September.
The council has extended the deadline for expressions of interest from the public to this Friday October 17th. Nine representatives are being sought. Seven councillors have already been elected to the LCSP.
The partnership’s members work on a voluntary basis to shape local safety priorities and solutions for County Roscommon, the council said.
“The LCSP is a new and inclusive approach to community safety in Ireland. It brings together a wide range of stakeholders, each offering unique experiences and perspectives, to collaboratively address safety concerns and develop coordinated responses at a local level,” it said.
“This multi-agency structure ensures that the voices of residents, young people, older people, minority groups, and local businesses are heard and reflected in safety planning and decision-making.” Expressions of interest are being sought from four local resident representatives; one representative from minority groups / new communities; an education representative; a business representative; a disability services representative; and a parent sporting organisation representative.
"This is your opportunity to represent your local group or network and help shape the future of community safety in Roscommon," the council said.
For queries about the application process or eligibility, please email: communitysafety@roscommoncoco.ie. Click for more information.
