Op Mop up
Brent Council confirmed targeted police operations are addressing anti-social behaviour in Harlesden High Street, including dispersal orders.
Brent Council confirmed in November 2025 that targeted police operations and dispersal orders are being used to address anti-social behaviour on Harlesden High Street. Councillor Harbi Farah, Cabinet Member for Safer Communities, Jobs and Skills, outlined these measures at a council meeting on 10 November 2025, in response to a public question about improving safety in the area.
These operations align with projects such as Op Mop up, which involves early morning covert police patrols to tackle drug-dealing hotspots in Harlesden town centre. The council's confirmation indicates ongoing efforts to improve safety and address anti-social behaviour in the area.
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