Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Decision approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: February 4, 2025

Purpose:

Content: Decision   For the reasons set out in the report and its appendices Cabinet RESOLVED to Agree:   i)  To the implementation of the proposed Borough Wide PSPO for Alcohol Control (Appendix A) (commence 23 February 2025, expire 22 February 2028) ii)  To the implementation of the proposed Borough Wide PSPO for Dog Control (Appendix B) (commence 23 February 2025, expire 22 February 2028).   Alternatives Considered   a)  Alternative ASB powers to tackle these concerns include community protection warnings and notices, however these tools usually require more lengthily process, whereby the PSPO itself enables the Officers to take immediate action to address the anti-social behaviour as it is taking place, including forfeiture of alcohol containers. b)  We have identified several areas of improvement based on the enforcement of the previous PSPOs. As such and if approved, we will be introducing a refined monitoring and intervention tool which will enable Officers to record accurate actions, such as referrals, warnings, seizures and statutory notices. In support of the new NICE enforcement model already introduced, we will be liaising and working with the Police and Licensing colleagues to ensure that Officers receive appropriate training around PSPO enforcement. We will also continue to target our resources to hotspot areas during our regular Partnership Days of Action.