Property marking project for Pantyffynnon
A property marking scheme is underway in the Pantyffynnon area to help tighten up security for people at risk.
Funded by the Community Safety Partnership, it is being run in conjunction with Communities First Pantyffynnon and reassures residents by marking their valuables using the most up-to-date technology aimed at preventing burglaries and reducing theft.
The SelectaDNA marking kits work by applying a clear fluid to items of value, such as laptops, computer equipment, TVs, DVD players, iPods and mobile phones. Not only is it almost impossible to remove, but each kit has a unique code (similar to human DNA) that cannot be duplicated in any way shape or form. This means if the property is stolen and recovered by police it can easily be traced back to its owner – and irrefutably link the criminal to the burglary or break-in.
Communities First were able to register people interested in the initiative through their partnership board, the local pensioners group and those who live alone and may feel isolated or vulnerable.
The neighbourhood policing team, volunteers and staff at Communities First then visited the residents in their properties to help mark their equipment and register them to the scheme. Householders were also given stickers to place in their windows warning thieves that their homes are protected by SelectaDNA.
Local resident Daphne Thomas said: “This is just a great scheme, and was something I was keen to do when I first found out about it. Although I don’t class myself as having many valuable items, you can even mark things like your bike, mower or strimmer.
“I have also had safety chains fitted through the Bobby Van scheme and would recommend anyone to get their homes protected, especially those who live alone.”
Communities First is the Welsh Assembly Government's flagship programme to improve the living conditions and prospects for people in the most disadvantaged communities across Wales. There are a number of themes which are addressed through the programme, one of which is Community Safety.
Pantyffynnon Communities First development worker Emma Martin-Jewell said: “We have an excellent working relationship with the Dyfed Powys Police and the Mid and West Wales Fire Service, and this type of scheme just demonstrates the good work we do to tackle crime, and improve community safety in the area.”
The Community Safety Partnership includes the council and the police as well as a number of other agencies and the SelectaDNA project is just one of a number of initiatives under the ‘Think Safe, Home Safe’ campaign.
The council’s Executive Board Member for the Environment Cllr Pam Palmer said: “The aim of this scheme is to deter burglars and make residents feel safer, but we must also remember to keep our properties secure at all times. Although the number of burglaries in Carmarthenshire is low, it remains a priority for the partnership. We are determined to improve the quality of life for everyone in Carmarthenshire and make it a safer place to live, work and visit.”
Funded by the Community Safety Partnership, it is being run in conjunction with Communities First Pantyffynnon and reassures residents by marking their valuables using the most up-to-date technology aimed at preventing burglaries and reducing theft.
The SelectaDNA marking kits work by applying a clear fluid to items of value, such as laptops, computer equipment, TVs, DVD players, iPods and mobile phones. Not only is it almost impossible to remove, but each kit has a unique code (similar to human DNA) that cannot be duplicated in any way shape or form. This means if the property is stolen and recovered by police it can easily be traced back to its owner – and irrefutably link the criminal to the burglary or break-in.
Communities First were able to register people interested in the initiative through their partnership board, the local pensioners group and those who live alone and may feel isolated or vulnerable.
The neighbourhood policing team, volunteers and staff at Communities First then visited the residents in their properties to help mark their equipment and register them to the scheme. Householders were also given stickers to place in their windows warning thieves that their homes are protected by SelectaDNA.
Local resident Daphne Thomas said: “This is just a great scheme, and was something I was keen to do when I first found out about it. Although I don’t class myself as having many valuable items, you can even mark things like your bike, mower or strimmer.
“I have also had safety chains fitted through the Bobby Van scheme and would recommend anyone to get their homes protected, especially those who live alone.”
Communities First is the Welsh Assembly Government's flagship programme to improve the living conditions and prospects for people in the most disadvantaged communities across Wales. There are a number of themes which are addressed through the programme, one of which is Community Safety.
Pantyffynnon Communities First development worker Emma Martin-Jewell said: “We have an excellent working relationship with the Dyfed Powys Police and the Mid and West Wales Fire Service, and this type of scheme just demonstrates the good work we do to tackle crime, and improve community safety in the area.”
The Community Safety Partnership includes the council and the police as well as a number of other agencies and the SelectaDNA project is just one of a number of initiatives under the ‘Think Safe, Home Safe’ campaign.
The council’s Executive Board Member for the Environment Cllr Pam Palmer said: “The aim of this scheme is to deter burglars and make residents feel safer, but we must also remember to keep our properties secure at all times. Although the number of burglaries in Carmarthenshire is low, it remains a priority for the partnership. We are determined to improve the quality of life for everyone in Carmarthenshire and make it a safer place to live, work and visit.”
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