Hounslow Police were out in force to launch a survey for young people asking them what they want from their officers.

Youth engagement was the focus of the latest community action day on Thursday (July 23), where police were out in droves speaking to 10 to 24-year-olds in the borough about their thoughts on policing in their communities.

As part of the Metropolitan Police listening campaign throughout the summer, youngsters are being asked to fill out a questionnaire to help officers identify ways to improve their relationship and services to young people, and their confidence in the police.

Acting Inspector Nigel Treacy from Feltham Safer Neighbourhoods Team said: “Part of our activities this summer will be to engage with young people across the borough asking them to complete our youth survey.

“We want the young people of Hounslow to know we are listening to them.

“Many young people have a fear and dislike of the police or are frightened of retaliation if they have been a victim.

“We want to improve our relationship with young people, letting them know we are here for them and they have nothing to fear from the police.

“We hope this two-way engagement will let young people know what the local police can do for them and how we can improve our services to young people.

“It is hoped the survey will be of benefit to young people in the hope they can directly influence how they are dealt with by the police.

"As a result it will help the police to understand young people and deliver a safer London.”

Police will be visiting youth and community groups across the borough and are urging young people to complete the youth survey which asks questions such as: do you think the police do a good job?; would you call the police if needed?; with the opportunity to give their reasons.

At the end of September, the results will be collected and a plan will be put together to put the ideas and suggestions into action.

Complete the survey online here.