What is the Isle of Wight Pubwatch?
The Isle of Wight Pubwatch scheme is a local network for the island that has been set up to support licensed premises.
It is a voluntary organization and its aim is to help reduce alcohol-related crime. This will ultimately achieve a safer drinking environment, benefiting both licensee and customer.
The Pubwatch network is supported by the Isle of Wight Police Licensing Unit and is made up of its various members from across all areas of Newport, Ryde, Bembridge, Sandown, Shanklin, Cowes, East Cowes and Ventnor. Members of Pubwatch regularly meet and discuss issues relating to social responsibility, the safety of it's regular customers and visitors to the area.
Another talking point is how to create an enviroment whereby all businesses in the local towns can benefit and prosper by reducing alcohol-related problems.
Alternatively, visit the National Pubwatch website which can be found at http://www.nationalpubwatch.org.uk/