Anti-social behaviour order comes into play
A scheme to clamp down on anti social behaviour in Walsall town centre has been brought into action.
After a period of extensive public consultation and evidence gathered from local Police, the council has made a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) to tackle anti social behaviour in the town centre.
Any breach of the Public Spaces Protection Order is a criminal offence for which an individual can be summonsed to attend court and fined.
Alternatively fixed penalty notices of £100 may be issued by the Council.
The order came into force last week and has been welcomed by council and police bosses.
Councillor Ian Shires, portfolio holder for community protection said: “The Council has listened to the people who use the town centre and this Public Spaces Protection Order is really good news.
"We want everyone to enjoy the town centre and go about their day without any unpleasant interruptions.
"It will tackle a range of issues from causing harassment, alarm or distress, to injecting drugs and urinating in public."
Chief Superintendent Jo Clews at West Midlands Police said: “Our Officers worked hard with the council’s Community Protection Team to help make this Order happen.
"With the council’s chosen enforcement actions, it will act as a clear deterrent to anyone who thinks that this sort of anti social behaviour is acceptable.
"The Police and Walsall Council are sending you a strong message - this type of behaviour will not be tolerated in Walsall “
