05/06/2026
The Mayor of Dereham, Councillor Zoe Flint, would like to make the following statement on behalf of all the Dereham Town Councillors.
Dereham remains a good place to live; Dereham Town Council is however aware of and recognises the concerns and unrest felt by some members of our community in relation to recent Police activity and the use of certain properties for temporary accommodation within the Town.
While matters relating to law enforcement, public safety, housing provision and the management of temporary accommodation fall within the remit of other statutory authorities, the Town Council takes residents' concerns seriously. The Council is actively engaging with the relevant agencies, seeking information where appropriate, and ensuring that local concerns are clearly communicated.
Although the Town Council does not have direct powers in these areas, it is committed to working constructively with partner organisations and holding the relevant authorities to account on behalf of the community. The Council will continue to monitor the situation closely and advocate for the interests and wellbeing of Dereham residents.
The concerns of the community can be best addressed if residents continue to report criminal activity to the Norfolk Police Service:
www.norfolk.police.uk/contact/af/contact-us-beta/contact-us/
We all have our part to play in maintaining Dereham as a good place to live and work.
