URL: https://democracy.sheffield.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=4868

Decision Maker: Environmental Services and Regulation Policy Committee

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose:

Content: 9.1 Members considered a report of the Executive Director Neighbourhood Services seeking approval to launch a new Women and Girl’s Nighttime Safety Charter which had been refreshed following extensive consultation.     9.2 RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY: That the Environmental Services and Regulation Policy Committee approves the refreshed Safety of Women and Girls Charter.     9.3 Reasons for Decision     9.3.1 The Safety of Women and Girls Charter has been consulted on extensively so that it reflects the concerns of women who use the city centre for leisure or work. It reflects current best practice in working with businesses in partnership to ensure Sheffield City Centre is a safe and vibrant place for all citizens.     9.3.2 Led by Licensing in the Council it will draw on the support of businesses, other council departments and partners such as South Yorkshire Police working together to make the city a safe place and build on our achievements and commitments in being a White Ribbon accredited council.     9.4 Alternatives Considered and Rejected     9.4.1 Alternative Option 1:   To continue with the existing Charter. This is four years old and contains out of date information and is not reflective of current best practice and was not prepared based on extensive consultation.     9.4.2 Alternative Option 2:   To delete the Charter. This would not be in keeping with our commitment to end violence against women and girls as a White Ribbon accredited city.  

Date of Decision: February 6, 2026