The Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for North Wales has praised a Holywell project for its success in steering young people away from crime.

PCC Andy Dunbobbin has met with representatives from the town council to find out more about the difference the antisocial behaviour prevention project has made in the community.

This initiative is backed financially through the Your Community, Your Choice fund.

This pot supports grassroots organisations across North Wales, and part of the money seized through the Proceeds of Crime Act with the rest coming from the Police and Crime Commissioner.

Since it was created 11 years ago, Your Community, Your Choice has awarded almost £600,000 to about 200 projects all aimed at reducing crime in local neighbourhoods and supporting the priorities in the Police and Crime Commissioner’s Police and Crime Plan.

The Holywell project provides various organised activities such as sports, arts, and craft, and outdoor adventures encouraging community involvement - all designed with the guidance of the youth themselves.

As the project progresses, it is working on building relationships within the community.

During this visit, the PCC met with Holywell Town Mayor Linda Corbett, deputy clerk Martin Fearnley, and North Wales Police area inspector for Flintshire North, Wesley Williams.

Mr Dunbobbin said: "I'm proud to see how this project has flourished over the past year in Holywell.

"By providing funding through the Your Community, Your Choice initiative, we've been able to support a programme that truly makes a difference in young people's lives and contributes to a safer community."

Ms Corbett commented: "I would like to show my appreciation to all agencies involved with the project in the Your Community, Your Choice project.

"It has worked well within Holywell; for example, youth engagement has increased and ASB has been brought to an even lower level."

Mr Fearnley added: "We're extremely thankful for the funding received from the Your Community, Your Choice fund.

"This support has enabled us to create a programme that addresses the specific needs of our young people and helps build a stronger, more cohesive community."

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PACT Chairman Ashley Rogers commented: "I am pleased we were able to support this project in Holywell.

"It demonstrates a real commitment to delivering a partnership approach to tackle crime and disorder.

"By focusing on those most at risk, we can help to create safer neighbourhoods and support communities in meaningful ways."

North Wales Police Assistant Chief Constable Gareth Evans said: "This project helps to prevent crime by engaging young people positively and shows how collaboration between the police and community organisations can lead to effective solutions for a number of challenges faced by communities across the country."

For more information you can visit www.pactnorthwales.co.uk.