Camden powers to curb anti social behaviour

It is reported that the London Borough of Camden has voted to approve a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) to tackle alcohol-fuelled anti-social behaviour across the borough.

This measure is designed principally to address street drinkers and those who occupy the streets and cause low-level disorder, intimidation, and harassment of the public, rather than hospitality customers. However, the rules do empower police and council enforcement officers to order individuals to stop drinking alcohol and to confiscate any alcohol or substances believed to be alcohol.

Anyone who breaches these conditions by refusing to comply will be issued with a £100 fine.

Cllr Patricia Callaghan, said: “We know that the majority of alcohol consumption in Camden is carried out in a responsible way. We want people to enjoy themselves, and it doesn’t have a negative impact on our community. Where there are community concerns around anti-social behaviour associated with some alcohol consumption, we hope that this PSPO will help to alleviate these issues.”