Crimes affecting local businesses have been slashed by a whopping 40% since the Angel Police Team started when we set up the BID.

Police figures show significantly less violence, muggings, car and bike thefts, and stealing of phones and wallets from cafes and bars. Almost the only increase is shoplifting but that’s because it’s been a police team target - so improving how shop staff can spot and report offences that they are confident to call every time.

“What a loss the Angel Police Team would be. Their help with shoplifters has been invaluable and our staff feel safer knowing they’re out there,” James Davies, deputy manager Blacks.

So it’s no wonder that 96% of businesses asked in a recent survey said it would be a disaster if the BID isn’t renewed in October because the team will no longer exist.

“The Angel Police Team is a valuable resource, important for businesses and community alike,” says Jeremy Atkinson, manager RBS.

A YES vote means all our Angel AIM services will continue. A NO vote means
NO Angel Police Team
NO money saved with our free and unlimited paper and cardboard recycling
NO daily street scrubbing
NO instant removal of dumped rubbish
NO BID team to advise and help you sort environmental problems
NO cheaper waste, energy and insurance deals
NO Shopwatch radio scheme
NO sweeping of the whole BID area every day
NO help overturning your unfair fines and penalties
NO moving beggars on
NO immediate response graffiti removal
NO one to champion the business interests of the Angel
NO extra CCTV
£££millions less attracted and invested into the area