Decision details

That the committee note the introduction of the new ASB powers, including the Community Trigger and; that they review if any of their areas merit consideration for a Public Space Protection Order.

The committee received a report from the Safer Communities Section Manager regarding the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014.

The committee highlighted that Public Space Protection Orders (PSPO) should only be used as a last resort.  It was felt important to monitor the progression of the new Act before committing to putting forward areas for consideration. 

It was suggested that the issue could be discussed in more detail as part of a future Police and Safer Neighbourhoods agenda item.

The Safer Communities Section Manager confirmed that North Area Committee, South Area Committee and East Area Committee had identified areas for consideration. The Police were keen to progress with this work and would be gathering evidence over coming weeks and months.  

The Committee:

Resolved (nem con):

       i.    To note the new measures being introduced to address anti-social behaviour, as detailed in the attached report.

     ii.     Not to put forward any areas for consideration for Public Space Protection Orders at this time.