Statement on policing of asylum hotel in Warwick

As we’re sure many of you will be aware, the Home Office recently started to house asylum seekers in a hotel in Warwick District. We’re aware this has caused concerns locally.

We received short notice of the decision, and our local safer neighbourhood team has worked hard to put measures in place swiftly to understand and monitor concerns and provide reassurance.

The Home Office maintains responsibility for security at the site, but we are keen to provide reassurance around our approach to policing in the area.

As police, our role is to protect everyone concerned from harm. To do this, we’ll monitor concerns in the area and respond promptly to any reports of antisocial behaviour or criminality. We’ll continue to provide a policing presence to give visible physical reassurance and opportunity to engage with people in the area.

We won’t tolerate crime or antisocial behaviour, and we will respond robustly where we need to.

Please speak to one of our local neighbourhood officer if you have concerns, or contact us via our website or by calling 101.