Five young people have been recognised for helping reduce antisocial behaviour in the Bay area.
The Bay Youth Project (BYP) was shortlisted as one of six finalists from across England and Wales for the National Crimebeat Awards.
On Tuesday, March 18, five members of the group attended the ceremony in London, held at the Royal National Hotel.
The event was backed by the High Sheriffs’ Association, sponsors, trustees of National Crimebeat, police and crime commissioners and other partners and area representatives.
Finalists presented their projects before enjoying an open-top bus tour and a visit to the London Eye.
Aydin Gumus, 15, Maria Thacker, 18, Angel Taylor, 15, Tamsin Jackson, 16, and Aiden Young, 14, discussed how their ideas have improved safety for young people in the Bay area.
They highlighted projects such as creating a short film, organising a music and arts festival and contributing to the development of new youth facilities in Sandown.
The Community Action IW group was given the award for ‘Highly Commended’.
They also received a £1,000 cheque for their efforts in reducing antisocial behaviour in the Bay area by nearly 50 per cent over the past three years, all on minimal resources.
The group was sponsored by Wightlink.
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