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A refreshed council framework \u2018Women and Girls’ Night-time Safety Charter\u2019 calls for immediate action as violence and sexual offences plague night-life in Sheffield\u2019s City Centre.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt’s an endeavour to be ahead of the game,\u201d said Cllr Joe Otten, who represents the licensing ward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cSuccess is making progress\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Premises under the charter are liable to inspection at any time and can be shut down if they fail to comply with requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cllr Otten said: \u201cThis is what being a responsible business in the city means. We always want to be on top of this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOne of the things that attracts people to Sheffield is the quality of the nightlife. It is important that students are aware that we have an expectation of compliance with the charter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In December 2025, South Yorkshire Police reported 211 counts of violence and sexual offences and 127 counts of anti-social behaviour in Sheffield City Centre. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sheffield student Jorja Timperley, 20, said: \u201cThere\u2019s more reason than ever for women to feel afraid on a night out\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAction must be taken soon to fight the problem,\u201d said another 20-year-old Sheffield student, Esme Gouldsmith.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The safety charter was renewed on 6 February by the Environmental Services and Regulation Policy Committee, with its main objective being to stimulate active awareness of the issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cllr Otten added: “Just getting establishments to sign up is part of a positive momentum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe\u2019re also reliant on members of the public to say who isn’t doing their job. If you\u2019ve got something to say, we want to hear it.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The scheme will draw on the support of businesses, other council departments and partners such as South Yorkshire Police to continue to ensure Sheffield City Centre is a safe and vibrant place for all citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Further details about the Women and Girl\u2019s Night-time Safety Charter can be found here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can contact Sheffield City Council here<\/a> with any questions or issues.
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