CRIMEFIGHTERS from Estonia made a special trip to Lewisham to learn about neighbourhood wardens.
Dubbed street wardens, they have been patrolling the Honor Oak Estate since August.
Here they have been dealing with anti-social behaviour, reporting environmental crime and visiting vulnerable tenants.
The delegation of police officers and civil servants have just returned to Estonia.
Arranged by the Home Office, the fact-finding mission, was designed to show how effective joint working between the council, police and other agencies can be.
Deputy for community safety Councillor Les Eytle said: "The lessons of sensible partnership working can be applied anywhere.
"We are pleased to share our experiences with colleagues from Estonia."
December 3, 2001 11:07
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