Decision Maker: Executive

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: September 3, 2024

Purpose: To seek approval from the Executive to adopt Fareham’s Anti-Social Behaviour Policy, following public consultation.   The Anti-Social Behaviour Act 2003 requires Local Authorities to prepare an Anti-Social Behaviour Policy.  The Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 sets out powers to deal with Anti-Social Behaviour.   There are also powers under the Housing Act 1985 and Housing Act 1996 to assist in combatting Anti-Social Behaviour.   In April 2024, the Housing Regulator introduced Housing Consumer Standards pursuant to the Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023, which brings in a requirement for Registered Social Landlords to ensure that tenants can live in safe environments.   The proposed Anti-Social Behaviour Policy fulfils the requirements of the above legislation.

Content: RESOLVED that the Executive:   (a)  approves Fareham Borough Council’s Anti-Social Behaviour Policy, as attached at Appendix A to the report; and   (b)  agrees that authority be delegated to the Director of Neighbourhoods, following consultation with the Executive Member for Health and Public Protection, to make any minor changes to the Policy that may be required.