Anti-Social Behaviour
Everyone has the right to live in an environment free from
harassment, intimidation, constant fear and distress due to
anti-social behaviour.
What is Anti-Social Behaviour?
Anti-social behaviour means activity by individuals that may
have a persistent damaging impact on the quality of life within a
community. The activity may involve a criminal offence, which
should immediately be reported to the police.
What Action Can Be Taken Against Individuals Who Are
Responsible For This Type Of Behaviour?
Depending on who the individuals are and the nature and
persistence of their behaviour, the police and local authority
can:
- serve warning letters on the individuals
- establish an Acceptable Behaviour Contract (ABC) with
individuals between the ages of 10 and 18 in consultation with
their parents/guardians, and individuals aged 18 and above
- apply to the courts for an Anti-Social Behaviour Order
(ASBO)
- seek other remedies including eviction orders where the person
is a tenant of a local authority or registered social
landlord.
"Anti-Social Behaviour - Don't Suffer In Silence" Campaign
September 2003 saw the launch of "Anti-social behaviour - Don't
suffer in silence" a unique partnership between Neath Port Talbot
County Borough Council and South Wales Police. Members of the
public can now report instances of anti-social behaviour directly
to officers who are working to tackle such problems.
Anyone suffering from these kinds of problems can report them in
any of the following ways:
- by telephoning a specially designated hotline - 01639
889709
- by email asb@npt.gov.uk
- by completing and submitting a report form
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See also: Anti-social Behaviour
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