THE public role in fighting crime has increased in Gloucestershire, according to an independent charity.

Figures released by Crimestoppers have revealed that the number of pieces of information passed onto police in Gloucestershire increased on the previous year by 32 per cent.

Gloucestershire Ambassador Lead, Linda Jones, has been promoting the National Ambassador Scheme, designed to increase awareness of the charity and the work that they do.

Crimestoppers regional manager, Emily van der Lely, said: “I would like to personally thank Linda for her devoted time and support. It is this that has enabled the Crimestoppers Ambassador Scheme to be such a success in Gloucestershire."

The Gloucestershire Committee is keen to continue raising awareness and encourage more businesses and agencies to sign up as an ambassador.

Once signed up, the committee provide all promotional materials and support to spread the message of the charity’s service internally, with staff and volunteers, then externally with clients and service users.

In return ambassadors receive a framed certificate, a link to their website on the Gloucestershire Crimestoppers web page, social media support and an invitation to network at the annual appreciation event.

To register interest, send an e-mail to Ambassadors.Gloucester@crimestoppers-uk.org.

To report a crime, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.”