The North Wales Women’s Night Safety Charter initiative was launched at Ty Pawb on Tuesday the 21st April.
The charter is designed to improve safety for all women working or visiting the city between 6pm and 6am.
It will support venues to create safer, more welcoming spaces for women in the night-time economy.
It also invites local businesses to take a zero-tolerance approach to the harassment of
women.
The event was well attended by various stakeholders and interested parties. Speeches by Gender-based violence, domestic abuse and sexual violence Champion Cllr Beverley Parry Jones and WCBC Chief Executive Alwyn Jones were followed by a poetry reading from Natasha Boughton.
Details for venues wanting to sign up are available contacting communitysafety@wrexham.gov.uk
Gender-based violence, domestic abuse and sexual violence Champion Cllr Beverley Parry Jones said “This charter represents a milestone moment for our region and a collective step forward in strengthening safety and wellbeing across our nighttime economy. “This charter is more than a checklist, it’s a partnership with the goal of improving safety, confidence, and trust for women across our communities. “And that goal is achievable.”
North Wales Police and Crime Commissioner Andy Dunbobbin said “I was pleased to support the launch of the North Wales Women’s Night Safety Charter and to see the continued commitment to improving women’s safety across the night‑time economy. “The team has worked hard over a long period to make the Charter a reality and I applaud their efforts, and the difference the Charter will make to the experiences of women in Wrexham and across North Wales. “Events like this also help highlight the vital role of the commissioned services who were present at the launch, such as the Victim Help Centre and BAWSO, which provide essential support to those affected by violence and abuse. “I look forward to seeing the Charter grow and develop further over the coming months and I urge venues, businesses and organisations to sign up and join the Charter.”
Superintendent Mark Williams attended the event alongside Chief Inspector Caroline Mullen-Hurst, Wrexham City Inspector Rhodri Ifans, Inspector Claire McGrady and Sergeant Sarah Hughes-Jones, who was instrumental in supporting the local authority and partners to create the Charter.
Superintendent Mark Williams said “Every woman has the right to feel safe when enjoying a night out or working in the night-time economy.”
“We are pleased to support this initiative that is designed to offer reassurance and support, strengthen women’s safety, and create an environment that is safe, inclusive, and respectful for all.
“We are committed to ending all incidents of violence against women and girls and would encourage anyone to report any incident of sexual harassment or assault that they have experienced or witnessed.
“However, this isn’t just about responding to incidents, it’s about creating a culture of safety across Wrexham’s nightlife.”
