Issue

anti-social behaviour

63 stories · discussed at 60 council meetings · 30 councils

Croydon Council is consulting on extending Public Space Protection Orders to tackle anti-social behaviour, as licensing decisions continue to address public nuisance.

In October 2026, Croydon Council's Cabinet agreed to authorise public consultation on extending Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) to all borough parks and eight district centres, aiming to tackle anti-social behaviour. Executive Mayor Jason Perry stated that existing PSPOs have led to a 24% decrease in anti-social behaviour.

Councils continue to address anti-social behaviour concerns in licensing decisions for businesses. In September 2026, Hounslow Council's Licensing Panel reduced alcohol sales hours for a Tesco Express due to resident objections, and Kensington and Chelsea Council approved facade plans despite councillors' fears of potential anti-social behaviour.

Broader strategies are also being implemented. Barking and Dagenham Council adopted its Community Safety Partnership Strategy for 2026-2030 in September 2026, identifying anti-social behaviour as a priority. In July 2026, Brent Council announced its high street revitalisation strategy would focus on tackling anti-social behaviour, drug use, and street drinking.

Key facts

  1. Croydon Council's Cabinet agreed to authorise public consultation on extending Public Space Protection Orders in October 2026. Source
  2. Barking and Dagenham Council adopted its Community Safety Partnership Strategy for 2026-2030 in September 2026. Source
  3. Hounslow Council's Licensing Panel granted a Tesco Express licence with reduced alcohol sales hours in September 2026. Source
  4. Kensington and Chelsea Council approved facade plans in September 2026 despite concerns about potential anti-social behaviour. Source
  5. Lewisham Council's Planning Committee B granted McDonald's a one-hour extension to late-night opening hours in August 2026. Source
About this summary

This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on, with background from Wikipedia. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 15 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.

Stories, page 5

  1. Youth safety concerns rise in Bexley, with younger residents reporting higher insecurity Youth safety concerns are on the rise in Bexley, with younger residents reporting higher levels of insecurity. A recent review of the community safety strategy highlighted a... Bexley 11 April 2026
  2. Balham McDonald's granted 24-hour licence despite noise and anti-social behaviour fears A McDonald's restaurant in Balham has been granted a 24-hour licence to serve late-night refreshments, following a decision by the Wandsworth Licensing Sub-Committee on Tuesday,... Wandsworth 26 March 2026
  3. Barnet Council Committee to Scrutinise Emergency Response Plans Barnet Council's Overview and Scrutiny Committee has reviewed the effectiveness of the borough-wide Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs), which were introduced in December... Barnet 26 March 2026
  4. Hackney Noise Service Sees Surge in Construction Complaints Amidst Increased Development Hackney's Noise Service has reported a significant increase in complaints related to construction noise over the past few years, according to its annual performance report for... Hackney 22 March 2026
  5. Newham Council Tackles Anti-Social Behaviour with New PSPOs Newham Council has approved the implementation of three new Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) aimed at tackling anti-social behaviour across the borough. The orders will... Newham 22 March 2026
  6. New Stratford restaurant licence adjourned over planning breach A new restaurant's bid for a licence has been adjourned after it emerged the premises is subject to an existing planning enforcement notice, meaning any operation as a drinking... Newham 20 March 2026
  7. Community safety partnership recommendations accepted Southwark Council's Cabinet has accepted a series of recommendations from the Housing, Community Safety and Community Engagement Scrutiny Commission aimed at enhancing community... Southwark 20 March 2026
  8. Lewisham Planning Committee A Approves New 3G Pitch at Whitefoot Lane Playing Field Lewisham's Planning Committee A has approved a significant planning application for the development of a new 3G Artificial Grass Pitch (AGP) at Whitefoot Lane Playing Field,... Lewisham 17 March 2026