Building a Safer Society (BASS) has three strategic priorities, each with their own objectives: 

• to create a safer environment by reducing crime, public disorder and anti-social behaviour 
  
• to provide people with opportunities to develop their potential as lifelong learners, and active and responsible members of society 
  
• to reduce the harm caused by drugs, alcohol and solvents 
  

This annual report sets out progress made against these objectives and provides information about the work undertaken by BASS.