Crime and anti-social behaviour both increase and vary in urban settings. Grey areas between what is socially perceived as legal/illegal and acceptable/unacceptable behaviour, including online discourse that risks physical safety, make this a complex and multifaceted area.
By understanding how people feel secure, how safety can be maintained, and the barriers preventing this, we can enhance physical safety, emotional wellbeing, and a shared sense of belonging in urban settings.
Co-Lead for Safety & Security
Psychology Department
Email: faye.horsley@northumbria.ac.uk
Co-Lead for Safety & Security
Computer and Information Sciences
Email: lauren8.scott@northumbria.ac.uk
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