Free membership to crime reporting scheme for businesses

The offer is available to businesses across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight through UK Partners Against Crime (UKPAC) after extra funding was provided by police and crime commissioner Donna Jones.

Originally launched in June 2025 and set to end on March 31, 2026, the scheme will now run until November 2026.

PCC Donna Jones at IKEA Southampton with attendees of the Business Crime Partnership meeting. (Image: OPCC)

Through UKPAC, businesses gain access to a crime reporting and intelligence-sharing platform, along with real-time alerts to support staff and public safety.

The scheme encourages collaboration between businesses, police, and community partners to address retail crime.

Ms Jones said: "It is no good if these incidents are not reported to police.

"We want the police to take action, but to do so the retailers must report, report, report."

Gareth Lewis, chair of UKPAC, said: "We are delighted that we have been able to extend the free membership offer thanks to the funding from Hampshire and Isle of Wight police and crime commissioner, Donna Jones.

"It means even more businesses in the region can access our crime reporting hub and join us and the police in tackling business crime."

The offer is open to all sectors, including retail, hospitality, and small businesses in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

Registration takes just a few minutes via the UKPAC website.