More neighbourhood police officers on the ground across Causeway Coast and Glens
Local neighbourhood policing teams and community representatives who attended the recent event at Coleraine Police Station
Tuesday 27 October 2026
Neighbourhood policing teams across Causeway Coast and Glens have been strengthened with additional officers, as police seek to increase their visibility in local communities and improve how residents’ concerns are addressed.
The increased staffing was highlighted at a Meet the Teams event at Coleraine Police Station on Friday 16 October, where representatives from community groups and local organisations met officers responsible for policing their areas.
The gathering brought together neighbourhood officers, sergeants, inspectors and senior police leaders, giving community representatives an opportunity to discuss local concerns and establish direct contacts within the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI).
More visible policing in local communities
Police say the additional officers will support a greater presence in neighbourhoods across the district, alongside more opportunities for engagement with residents and community organisations.
Those attending the event heard about the responsibilities of Neighbourhood Policing Teams, current local policing priorities and how cooperation between police and community groups can help address issues affecting residents.
District Commander Superintendent Yvonne McManus said the approach was intended to strengthen relationships between officers and the people they serve.
“Neighbourhood policing is about being visible, accessible and connected to the communities we serve. This event gave our partners an opportunity to meet the officers working in their area, understand our priorities and speak directly about the issues affecting their communities.
“Our strengthened Neighbourhood Policing Teams will continue to engage proactively with residents, community representatives and partner organisations. Listening to concerns and working together is central to preventing crime, protecting people and building safer communities.”
Community feedback to shape future engagement
According to police, the event received positive feedback from participating organisations, with attendees welcoming the opportunity to meet local officers and identify clear points of contact.
Superintendent McManus said:
“The event has received positive feedback from those who attended. Partners described it as an informative and beneficial opportunity to put faces to names, strengthen working relationships and identify clear points of contact within local policing teams.
“We plan to make the event an annual opportunity for community partners to engage with their local teams. Feedback received will help shape future events, including further local discussion time and information on programmes and initiatives available to schools and community organisations.”
The proposed annual event would provide another opportunity for community representatives to raise local issues directly with officers and learn about policing initiatives available in their areas.
How to contact police
Residents who have information that could assist an ongoing police appeal can contact the PSNI through the following channels:
• Witness appeal form: https://reporting.psni.police.uk/appeals
• Non-emergency police telephone number: 101
• Online non-emergency reporting: www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/
• Crimestoppers anonymous telephone line: 0800 555 111
• Crimestoppers online: http://crimestoppers-uk.org/
For communities across Causeway Coast and Glens, the strengthened neighbourhood teams are intended to provide more opportunities to speak directly with local officers, raise concerns and build ongoing relationships with police.
