Police Involvement (cont)

It doesn't matter how many times you have to ring the Police as a catalogue of events and a picture is being built of your situation. Always exercise your rights to contact the Police over a matter that concerns you.

Many victims of neighbour abuse have in the past failed to ring the Police for fear of looking foolish or wasting Police time and resources. However a long history of what might seem 'petty' incidents can paint a very different picture in the long run.

Victim Support

Ask the Police to refer you to your local Victim Support if this is relevant and you feel this would be helpful. You will need ongoing support and someone to guide you if things get worse, especially if you are unfortunate enough to be a recipient of any crime. You can also contact them yourself and ask them to assist or advise you who to contact for more help.

Local Councillor's and MP's

Subject to how your situation progresses it might become necessary for you to contact your local Councillor and your MP.

Remember these are the people paid to serve you and you should insist that you are not ignored. Explain the situation to them and show them your records and diary (remember if they ask for your written information and insist on original copies, always keep a copy first!). Again, ask for any discussions to be confirmed in writing if possible and file all letters. Our Resources section may be useful for free neighbour forms and letters, etc.