Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs)
Councils are currently consulting on extending Public Space Protection Orders to new areas and reviewing existing ones to tackle anti-social behaviour.
Croydon Council's Cabinet agreed in October 2026 to authorise public consultation on extending Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) to all borough parks and eight district centres to tackle anti-social behaviour. This follows Newham Council's approval in March 2026 of three new PSPOs targeting street harassment, misuse of car parks, and fireworks. Barnet Council's Overview and Scrutiny Committee also reviewed existing PSPOs for renewal and proposed new orders in March 2026.
Barnet Council's committee questioned public awareness and reporting of breaches of existing PSPOs, which were introduced in December 2022 and are due to expire in December 2025. Hammersmith and Fulham Council is also reviewing PSPOs concerning dog walking regulations in Wormwood Scrubs, with proposed changes subject to public consultation. The Royal Borough of Greenwich Cabinet is scheduled to meet on 21 October 2026, with PSPOs on its agenda.
Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) are legal orders implemented by local authorities under the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014. They are designed to address persistent anti-social behaviour or nuisance in specific public areas, allowing councils to restrict certain activities. Barnet Council's Safer Communities Partnership Board discussed results of a public consultation on new PSPOs in November 2025, which aimed to address issues like pigeon feeding and vehicle misuse.
Key facts
- Croydon Council's Cabinet agreed in October 2026 to authorise public consultation on extending PSPOs to all borough parks and eight district centres. Source
- Newham Council's Cabinet approved three new PSPOs in March 2026 to tackle street harassment, misuse of car parks, and fireworks. Source
- Barnet Council's Overview and Scrutiny Committee reviewed the effectiveness of borough-wide PSPOs in March 2026, which are due to expire in December 2025. Source
- Hammersmith and Fulham Council is reviewing PSPOs concerning dog walking regulations in Wormwood Scrubs, with proposed changes subject to public consultation. Source
- Barnet Council's Safer Communities Partnership Board discussed public consultation results for new PSPOs in November 2025, targeting issues like pigeon feeding. 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 15 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.