Brackmills BID signs Northamptonshire Women’s Charter
Brackmills BID proudly affirms our commitment to creating safer workplaces and communities for women and girls
We are delighted to announce that Brackmills BID has signed the Northamptonshire Women’s Charter, reaffirming our commitment to creating safer, more inclusive workplaces and communities. This charter signing reinforces our commitment to women’s safety and workplace culture across Brackmills.
Our CEO, Sara Homer, joined representatives from organisations including London Northwestern Railway and Northampton Town Football Club in pledging our collective commitment to fostering safe and respectful workplaces. By signing the charter, we’re taking further action in tackling violence against women and girls through both practical measures and meaningful workplace culture change.
Sara says: “I was proud to sign the Northamptonshire Women’s Charter on behalf of Brackmills BID and to stand in solidarity with women across our region. Women’s safety in the workplace and building a culture that does not tolerate harmful language, behaviour and attitudes, is fundamental to creating thriving, inclusive communities.
“This charter represents a genuine commitment to ending violence against women and girls, and by signing, I pledge to encourage and support businesses to foster safe, respectful workplaces through education, empowerment and meaningful policy change.”
The Northamptonshire Women’s Charter was launched by Danielle Stone, the county’s Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner, to help organisations and businesses reduce violence against women and girls. Signatories commit to making women’s safety a top priority in the workplace and receive support from the Commissioner’s office, including training, specialist survey support to help understand what changes women want to see, and guidance on creating workplace policies that prevent harm.
Signing the charter builds on work already taking place across our estate. We fund a dedicated Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) who operates targeted patrols on key commuter routes, distributes personal security alarms and provides expert safety advice to employees. We’ve also invested in state-of-the-art mobile and static ANPR CCTV cameras linked to police, and funded anti-spiking tools including reusable drink protectors, bottle protectors and safety test strips, reaching hundreds of employees across the estate.
Vice Chair, Charlotte Patrick adds: “This charter signing sends a clear message that we are committed to building a culture of respect and safety across Brackmills. Safety is not just about crime prevention – it’s about creating an environment where everyone feels heard, valued and protected. By working together with our business community, we can drive real change and create workplaces where women and girls feel genuinely safe.”
The charter signing also reflects our broader commitment to supporting both businesses and people on the estate. Through initiatives such as our partnership with Aquarius Life, which provides confidential wellbeing services around alcohol, drugs and gambling support, we continue to invest in creating environments where employees feel valued, safe and respected.
