The Rangers patrol the BID for 12 hours each day throughout the year with the exception of Sundays when they are out for 8.5 hours. 57% of people interviewed in the recent Ipsos Mori poll, who stated that they were aware of Better Bankside's Rangers service, also stated that they felt safer due to their presence on the streets.

Personal safety is increased by the vigilance of the Rangers, ensuring that things such as public lighting is working, that obstructions to clear vision along streets are removed and that people are not left to beg, drink or sleep on the streets of the BID. The Rangers will also regularly visit businesses, particularly sole traders, to see if they have any safety concerns. They are also available to walk with people later at night to transport hubs.

In the run up to Christmas each year Better Bankside campaigns together with Pubwatch SE1, the Council's Licensing team and the Safer Southwark Partnership to promote safe and responsible drinking, with advice on looking after personal possessions, journey planning and the use of legitimate and recommended taxi services .

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