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Designing out crime will save London millions

Series: Greater London Authority News Release ; (522) 5 December 2003 (2)Publication details: 2003Subject(s): Summary: A seminar hosted by the London Assembly's Environment Committee examined ways of reducing anti-social and environmental crimes. Delegates said that crime could be minimised by city designers achieving a better balance between creating a welcoming area whilst maintaining security. Design, maintenance and management of areas were also highlighted together with community involvement. The press release can be viewed at http://www.london.gov.uk/view_press_release_a.jsp?releaseid=2147

A seminar hosted by the London Assembly's Environment Committee examined ways of reducing anti-social and environmental crimes. Delegates said that crime could be minimised by city designers achieving a better balance between creating a welcoming area whilst maintaining security. Design, maintenance and management of areas were also highlighted together with community involvement. The press release can be viewed at http://www.london.gov.uk/view_press_release_a.jsp?releaseid=2147