It is impossible to be too careful in a world that is constantly threatened by forces trying to disrupt any semblance of tranquillity. This is especially true in a global city like London, which is home to more than 8 million people. The sheer size of the population introduces complex challenges towards its maintenance and sustenance.
One such challenge is the security and safety of the public. Different parts of London have seen anywhere between 20 to 30 percent rise in criminal activity over the past year. The situation is direr in regions of higher historical crime rate such as Lambeth, Southwark and Newham, which have witnessed a 20 percent reduction in the police force. Continue reading…