Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs)
Councils are currently reviewing, renewing, and implementing Public Space Protection Orders to address anti-social behaviour.
Barnet Council's Overview and Scrutiny Committee reviewed the effectiveness of existing Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) in March 2026, proposing the renewal of PSPO1 and the introduction of three new orders to tackle anti-social behaviour. Newham Council's Cabinet approved three new PSPOs in March 2026 to address street harassment, misuse of car parks, and fireworks. Hammersmith and Fulham Council is reviewing PSPOs concerning dog walking in Wormwood Scrubs, with proposed changes subject to public consultation in February 2026.
Merton Council's Sustainable Communities Overview and Scrutiny Panel is scheduled to discuss Public Space Protection Orders in September 2026. These orders, established under the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, allow local authorities to address specific conduct in defined public areas that negatively affects residents' quality of life. Barnet Council previously held a public consultation on new PSPOs from July to August 2025.
Key facts
- Barnet Council's Overview and Scrutiny Committee reviewed PSPO effectiveness in March 2026. Source 1 Source 2
- Newham Council's Cabinet approved three new PSPOs in March 2026. Source
- Hammersmith and Fulham Council is reviewing PSPOs for dog walking in February 2026. Source
- Barnet's PSPO1 was introduced in December 2022 and is due to expire in December 2025. Source
- Barnet Council's public consultation on new PSPOs ran from July to August 2025. Source
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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 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.