Agenda and draft minutes

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The Council’s existing borough-wide Public Space Protection Orders (PSPO) for the control of dogs was due to expire on 18 October 2023. Initial indications from the Police, Councillors and other community representatives were that there was an appetite to consider varying and possibly expanding the conditions of the PSPO to address wider community concerns.

It was expected that it would take approximately 12 months to fully investigate the issues that had been raised and undertake full, meaningful consultation and co- production of any future PSPO prohibitions.

To ensure that the community did not lose the protection afforded by the existing PSPO conditions whilst this process is undertaken, it was proposed to extend the existing PSPO for a period 18 months, to 30 April 2025.

The consultation for the extension of an existing PSPO was simplified as it sought to capture whether the extension is supported by the community and partner agencies, or not.

On the 11th August 2023, the Director of Environment and Resident Experience took the decision to go out to consultation on the extension of the PSPO for a 5 week period, from the 16th of August to the 20th August 2023 Ratification of that decision was now required. The consultation would be available online and subject to targeted promotion to partner agencies, key community representatives, groups and forums.

The Cabinet Member for Community Safety and Cohesion RESOLVED

1. To ratify the decision of the Director of Environment and Resident Experience to consult on the extension of the Haringey Dog control PSPO as set out in Appendix A of the report.

2. To note that following the consultation a further report would be submitted to the Cabinet Member for a decision on extending the PSPO.

Reasons for Decision

A Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPO) sets clear conditions for the use of public areas and enables officers authorised by the Council and Police Officers to engage individuals and educate them about their responsibilities taking action, such as issuing a Fixed Penalty Notice (FPN), if appropriate.

The publication of the conditions of the PSPO by strategically placed signs around the area in which it was effective ensured those using the public space are aware of their responsibilities for:

• disposing of the waste of any dog that is in their care at the time;
• keeping a dog under their control, and on lead in some areas, such as highways and in cemeteries;
• preventing their dog from entering areas where they are not permitted, such as children’s play areas.
• Walking no more than 6 dogs at the same time.

If the PSPO conditions were to expire it would be necessary to remove all related signage and it is likely that the issues it was introduced to address will recur.

The expiration of the PSPO would also limit the options for Council and Police officers to take action to address behaviours that have a detrimental effect on the local community.

Alternative options considered

Not to consult or extend the PSPO.

This option  ...  view the full minutes text for item 6.

The Council existing Public Space Protection Orders (PSPO) for the control of alcohol in specified roads in Tottenham Hale would expire on 18 October 2023. Initial indications from the Police, Councillors and other community representatives are that there is an appetite to consider varying and possibly expanding the conditions of the PSPO to address other behaviours that are having a detrimental impact on the community.

It was expected that it would take approximately 12 months to fully investigate the issues that have been raised and undertake full, meaningful consultation and co- production of any future PSPO prohibitions.

To ensure that the community does not lose the protection afforded by the existing PSPO conditions whilst this process is undertaken, it was proposed to extend the existing PSPO for a period 18 months, to 30 April 2025.

The consultation for the extension of an existing PSPO was simplified as it sought to capture whether the extension is supported by the community and partner agencies, or not.

On 11th August 2023 the Director of Environment and Resident Experience took a decision to go out to consultation on the extension of the PSPO for a 5-week period from 16 August to 20 September 2023. The consultation will be available online and subject to targeted promotion to partner agencies, key community representatives, groups and forums.

Note that following Ward name and boundary changes the Ward information had been updated. The restricted locations remained unchanged.

The Cabinet Member for Community Safety and Cohesion RESOLVED

1. To ratify the decision of the Director of Environment and Resident Experience to consult on the extension of the existing Tottenham Hale alcohol control PSPO as set out in Appendix A of the report.

2. To note that following the consultation a further report will be submitted to Cabinet Member for a decision on extending the PSPO.

Reasons for decision

A Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) set clear conditions for the use of specified public areas and enables officers authorised by the Council and Police Officers to engage individuals and educate them about their responsibilities.

The existing alcohol control PSPO in specified roads and locations enable authorised officers to require a person who is drinking alcohol or carrying alcohol in an open container to either surrender their alcohol, pour it away or not to continue to drink the alcohol. If an individual fails to comply with the request without reasonable excuse they commit an offence and are liable on summary conviction to a fine of up to £500, or they have the opportunity to discharge their liability for prosecution by accepting a Fixed Penalty Notice of £100.

If the PSPO conditions were to expire it would be necessary to remove all related signage and it is likely that the issues they were originally introduced to address will recur.

The expiration of the PSPO would also limit the options for officers authorised by the Council and Police officers to take action to address behaviours linked to the consumption of alcohol have  ...  view the full minutes text for item 7.

The Council’s existing Public Space Protection Orders (PSPO) for the control of alcohol in specified roads in the Bruce Grove area expires on 18 October 2023. Initial indications from the Police, Councillors and other community representatives are that there is an appetite to consider varying and possibly expanding the conditions of the PSPO to address other behaviours that are having a detrimental impact on the community.

It was expected that it would take approximately 12 months to fully investigate the issues that have been raised and undertake full, meaningful consultation and co- production of any future PSPO prohibitions.

To ensure that the community did not lose the protection afforded by the existing PSPO conditions whilst this process is undertaken, it was proposed to extend the existing PSPO for a period 18 months, to 30 April 2025.

The consultation for the extension of an existing PSPO was simplified as it sought to capture whether the extension is supported by the community and partner agencies, or not.

On the 11th August 2023 the Director of Environment and Resident Experience took the decision to go out to consultation on the extension of the PSPO for a 5 week period, from the 16th of August to the 20th August 2023 Ratification of that decision is now required. The consultation will be available online and subject to targeted promotion to partner agencies, key community representatives, groups and forums.

Note that following Ward name and boundary changes the Ward information has been updated. The restricted locations remained unchanged.

The Cabinet Member for Community Safety and Cohesion RESOLVED

1. To ratify the decision of the Director of Environment and Resident Experience to consult on the extension of the existing Bounds Green alcohol control PSPO as set out in Appendix A of the report.

2. To note that following the consultation a further report will be submitted to Cabinet Member for a decision on extending the PSPO.

Reasons for decision

A Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) sets clear conditions for the use of specified public areas and enables officers authorised by the Council and Police Officers to engage individuals and educate them about their responsibilities.

The existing alcohol control PSPO in specified roads and locations enable authorised officers to require a person who is drinking alcohol or carrying alcohol in an open container to either surrender their alcohol, pour it away or not to continue to drink the alcohol. If an individual fails to comply with the request without reasonable excuse they commit an offence and are liable on summary conviction to a fine of up to £500, or they have the opportunity to discharge their liability for prosecution by accepting a Fixed Penalty Notice of £100.

If the PSPO conditions were to expire it would be necessary to remove all related signage and it was likely that the issues they were originally introduced to address will recur.

The expiration of the PSPO would also limit the options for officers authorised by the Council and  ...  view the full minutes text for item 8.

The Council’s existing Public Space Protection Orders (PSPO) for the control of alcohol in specified roads in Harringay expires on 18 October 2023. Initial indications from the Police, Councillors and other community representatives are that there is an appetite to consider varying and possibly expanding the conditions of the PSPO to address other behaviours that are having a detrimental impact on the community.

It was expected it would take approximately 12 months to fully investigate the issues that have been raised and undertake full, meaningful consultation and co- production of any future PSPO prohibitions.

To ensure that the community did not lose the protection afforded by the existing PSPO conditions whilst this process is undertaken, it is proposed to extend the existing PSPO for a period 18 months, to 30 April 2025.

The consultation for the extension of an existing PSPO was simplified as it sought to capture whether the extension is supported by the community and partner agencies, or not.

On 11th August 2023 the Director of Environment and Resident Experience took a decision to go out to consultation on the extension of the PSPO for a 5-week period from 16 August to 20 September 2023. Ratification of that decision is now required. The consultation will be available online and subject to targeted promotion to partner agencies, key community representatives, groups and forums.

Note that following Ward name and boundary changes the Ward information has been updated. The restricted locations remained unchanged.

The Cabinet Member for Community Safety and Cohesion RESOLVED

1. To ratify the decision of the Director of Environment and Resident Experience to consult on the extension of the existing Harringay Ward alcohol control PSPO as set out in Appendix A in the specified roads and public areas in Harringay until 30 April 2025.

2. To note that following the consultation a further report would be submitted to Cabinet Member for a decision on extending the PSPO.

Reasons for decision

A Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) sets clear conditions for the use of specified public areas and enables officers authorised by the Council and Police Officers to engage individuals and educate them about their responsibilities.

The existing alcohol control PSPO in specified roads and locations enable authorised officers to require a person who is drinking alcohol or carrying alcohol in an open container to either surrender their alcohol, pour it away or not to continue to drink the alcohol. If an individual fails to comply with the request without reasonable excuse they commit an offence and are liable on summary conviction to a fine of up to £500, or they have the opportunity to discharge their liability for prosecution by accepting a Fixed Penalty Notice of £100.

If the PSPO conditions were to expire it would be necessary to remove all related signage and it is likely that the issues they were originally introduced to address will recur.

The expiration of the PSPO would also limit the options for officers authorised by the Council and Police officers to  ...  view the full minutes text for item 9.

The Council’s existing Public Space Protection Orders (PSPO) for the control of alcohol in specified roads in Noel Park expires on 18 October 2023. Initial indications from the Police, Councillors and other community representatives are that there is an appetite to consider varying and possibly expanding the conditions of the PSPO to address other behaviours that are having a detrimental impact on the community.

It is expected it will take approximately 12 months to fully investigate the issues that have been raised and undertake full, meaningful consultation and co- production of any future PSPO prohibitions.

To ensure that the community does not lose the protection afforded by the existing PSPO conditions whilst this process is undertaken, it is proposed to extend the existing PSPO for a period 18 months, to 30 April 2025.

The consultation for the extension of an existing PSPO is simplified as it seeks to capture whether the extension is supported by the community and partner agencies, or not.

On 11th August 2023, the Director of Environment and Resident Experience took a decision to go out to consultation on the extension of the PSPO for a 5-week period from 16 August to 20 September 2023. Ratification of that decision is now required. The consultation will be available online and subject to targeted promotion to partner agencies, key community representatives, groups and forums.

Note that following Ward name and boundary changes the Ward information has been updated. The restricted locations remain unchanged.

The Cabinet Member for Community Safety and Cohesion RESOLVED

1. To ratify the decision of the Director of Environment and Resident Experience to consult on the extension of the existing Noel Park Ward Alcohol Control PSPO as set out in Appendix A of the report.

2. To note that following the consultation a further report will be submitted to Cabinet Member for a decision on extending the PSPO.

Reasons for decision

A Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) sets clear conditions for the use of specified public areas and enables officers authorised by the Council and Police Officers to engage individuals and educate them about their responsibilities.

The existing alcohol control PSPO in specified roads and locations enable authorised officers to require a person who is drinking alcohol or carrying alcohol in an open container to either surrender their alcohol, pour it away or not to continue to drink the alcohol. If an individual fails to comply with the request without reasonable excuse they commit an offence and are liable on summary conviction to a fine of up to £500, or they have the opportunity to discharge their liability for prosecution by accepting a Fixed Penalty Notice of £100.

If the PSPO conditions were to expire it would be necessary to remove all related signage and it is likely that the issues they were originally introduced to address will recur.

The expiration of the PSPO would also limit the options for officers authorised by the Council and Police officers to take action to address behaviours linked  ...  view the full minutes text for item 10.

The Council’s existing Public Space Protection Orders (PSPO) for the control of alcohol in specified roads in Northumberland Park expires on 18 October 2023. Initial indications from the Police, Councillors and other community representatives are that there is an appetite to consider varying and possibly expanding the conditions of the PSPO to address other behaviours that are having a detrimental impact on the community.

It was expected it will take approximately 12 months to fully investigate the issues that have been raised and undertake full, meaningful consultation and co- production of any future PSPO prohibitions.

To ensure that the community does not lose the protection afforded by the existing PSPO conditions whilst this process is undertaken, it is proposed to extend the existing PSPO for a period 18 months, to 30 April 2025.

The consultation for the extension of an existing PSPO is simplified as it seeks to capture whether the extension is supported by the community and partner agencies, or not.

Approval is being sought to consult on the extension of this PSPO for a 5-week period from 16 August to 20 September 2023. The consultation will be available online and subject to targeted promotion to partner agencies, key community representatives, groups and forums.

Note that following Ward name and boundary changes the Ward information has been updated. The restricted locations remain unchanged.

The Cabinet Member for Community Safety and Cohesion RESOLVED

1. To ratify the decision of the Director of Environment and Resident Experience to consult on the extension of the existing Northumberland Park alcohol control PSPO as set out in Appendix A of the report.

2. To note that following the consultation a further report will be submitted to Cabinet Member for a decision on extending the PSPO.

Reasons for decision

A Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) sets clear conditions for the use of specified public areas and enables officers authorised by the Council and Police Officers to engage individuals and educate them about their responsibilities.

The existing alcohol control PSPO in specified roads and locations enable authorised officers to require a person who is drinking alcohol or carrying alcohol in an open container to either surrender their alcohol, pour it away or not to continue to drink the alcohol. If an individual fails to comply with the request without reasonable excuse they commit an offence and are liable on summary conviction to a fine of up to £500, or they have the opportunity to discharge their liability for prosecution by accepting a Fixed Penalty Notice of £100.

If the PSPO conditions were to expire it would be necessary to remove all related signage and it is likely that the issues they were originally introduced to address would recur.

The expiration of the PSPO would also limit the options for officers authorised by the Council and Police officers to take action to address behaviours linked to the consumption of alcohol have a detrimental effect on the local community through early intervention and preventative approaches.

Despite some reduction, incidents of  ...  view the full minutes text for item 11.

The Council’s existing Public Space Protection Orders (PSPO) for the control of alcohol in specified roads in the former Seven Sisters Wardarea expires on 18 October 2023. Initial indications from the Police, Councillors and other community representatives are that there is an appetite to consider varying and possibly expanding the conditions of the PSPO to address other behaviours that are having a detrimental impact on the community.

It was expected it would take approximately 12 months to fully investigate the issues that have been raised and undertake full, meaningful consultation and co- production of any future PSPO prohibitions.

To ensure that the community did not lose the protection afforded by the existing PSPO conditions whilst this process is undertaken, it is proposed to extend the existing PSPO for a period 18 months, to 30 April 2025.

The consultation for the extension of an existing PSPO is simplified as it seeks to capture whether the extension is supported by the community and partner agencies, or not.

On the 11th August 2023 the Director of Environment and Resident Experience took the decision to go out to consultation on the extension of the PSPO for a 5 week period, from the 16th of August to the 20th August 2023 Ratification of that decision is now required. The consultation will be available online and subject to targeted promotion to partner agencies, key community representatives, groups, and forums.

Note that following Ward name and boundary changes the Ward information had been updated. The restricted locations remained unchanged.

The Cabinet Member for Community Safety and Cohesion RESOLVED

1. To ratify the decision of the Director of Environment and Resident Experience to consult on the extension of the existing Seven Sisters alcohol control PSPO as set out in Appendix A of the report.

2. To note that following the consultation a further report will be submitted to Cabinet Member for a decision on extending the PSPO.

Reasons for decision

A Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) sets clear conditions for the use of specified public areas and enables officers authorised by the Council and Police Officers to engage individuals and educate them about their responsibilities.

The existing alcohol control PSPO in specified roads and locations enable authorised officers to require a person who is drinking alcohol or carrying alcohol in an open container to either surrender their alcohol, pour it away or not to continue to drink the alcohol. If an individual fails to comply with the request without reasonable excuse they commit an offence and are liable on summary conviction to a fine of up to £500, or they have the opportunity to discharge their liability for prosecution by accepting a Fixed Penalty Notice of £100.

If the PSPO conditions were to expire it would be necessary to remove all related signage and it is likely that the issues they were originally introduced to address will recur.

The expiration of the PSPO would also limit the options for officers authorised by the Council and Police  ...  view the full minutes text for item 12.

The Council existing Public Space Protection Orders (PSPO) for the control of alcohol in specified roads in the former St Ann’s Wardexpires on 18 October 2023. Initial indications from the Police, Councillors and other community representatives are that there is an appetite to consider varying and possibly expanding the conditions of the PSPO to address other behaviours that are having a detrimental impact on the community.

It was expected it would take approximately 12 months to fully investigate the issues that have been raised and undertake full, meaningful consultation and co- production of any future PSPO prohibitions.

To ensure that the community does not lose the protection afforded by the existing PSPO conditions whilst this process is undertaken, it was proposed to extend the existing PSPO for a period 18 months, to 30 April 2025.

The consultation for the extension of an existing PSPO is simplified as it sought to capture whether the extension is supported by the community and partner agencies, or not.

On 11th August 2023 the Director of Environment and Resident Experience took a decision to go out to consultation on the extension of the PSPO for a 5-week period from 16 August to 20 September 2023. Ratification of that decision is now. The consultation will be available online and subject to targeted promotion to partner agencies, key community representatives, groups and forums.

Note that following Ward name and boundary changes the Ward information has been updated. The restricted locations remain unchanged.

The Cabinet Member for Community Safety and Cohesion RESOLVED

1. Ratify the decision of the Director of Environment and Resident Experience to consult on extension and variation of the existing alcohol control PSPO St Ann’s Ward as set out in Appendix A.

2. Note that following the consultation a further report will be submitted to Cabinet Member for a decision on extending the PSPO.

Reasons for decision

A Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) sets clear conditions for the use of specified public areas and enables officers authorised by the Council and Police Officers to engage individuals and educate them about their responsibilities.

The existing alcohol control PSPO in specified roads and locations enable authorised officers to require a person who is drinking alcohol or carrying alcohol in an open container to either surrender their alcohol, pour it away or not to continue to drink the alcohol. If an individual fails to comply with the request without reasonable excuse they commit an offence and are liable on summary conviction to a fine of up to £500, or they have the opportunity to discharge their liability for prosecution by accepting a Fixed Penalty Notice of £100.

If the PSPO conditions were to expire it would be necessary to remove all related signage and it is likely that the issues they were originally introduced to address will recur.

The expiration of the PSPO would also limit the options for officers authorised by the Council and Police officers to take action to address behaviours linked to the  ...  view the full minutes text for item 13.

The Council’s existing Public Space Protection Orders (PSPO) for the control of alcohol in specified roads in former Tottenham Green Ward would expire on 18 October 2023. Initial indications from the Police, Councillors and other community representatives are that there is an appetite to consider varying and possibly expanding the conditions of the PSPO to address other behaviours that are having a detrimental impact on the community.

It was expected it will take approximately 12 months to fully investigate the issues that have been raised and undertake full, meaningful consultation and co- production of any future PSPO prohibitions.

To ensure that the community does not lose the protection afforded by the existing PSPO conditions whilst this process is undertaken, it is proposed to extend the existing PSPO for a period 18 months, to 30 April 2025.

The consultation for the extension of an existing PSPO is simplified as it seeks to capture whether the extension is supported by the community and partner agencies, or not.

On 11th August 2023, the Director of Environment and Resident Experience took a decision to go out to consultation on the extension of the PSPO for a 5-week period from 16 August to 20 September 2023. Ratification of that decision is now required. The consultation will be available online and subject to targeted promotion to partner agencies, key community representatives, groups and forums.

Note that following Ward name and boundary changes the Ward information has been updated. The restricted locations remain unchanged.

The Cabinet Member for Community Safety and Cohesion RESOLVED

1. To ratify the decision of the Director of Environment and Resident Experience to consult on the extension and variation of the Tottenham Green alcohol control PSPO as set out in Appendix A of the report.

2. To note that following the consultation a further report will be submitted to Cabinet Member for a decision on extending the PSPO.

Reasons for decision

A Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) sets clear conditions for the use of specified public areas and enables officers authorised by the Council and Police Officers to engage individuals and educate them about their responsibilities.

The existing alcohol control PSPO in specified roads and locations enable authorised officers to require a person who is drinking alcohol or carrying alcohol in an open container to either surrender their alcohol, pour it away or not to continue to drink the alcohol. If an individual fails to comply with the request without reasonable excuse they commit an offence and are liable on summary conviction to a fine of up to £500, or they have the opportunity to discharge their liability for prosecution by accepting a Fixed Penalty Notice of £100.

If the PSPO conditions were to expire it would be necessary to remove all related signage and it is likely that the issues they were originally introduced to address will recur.

The expiration of the PSPO would also limit the options for officers authorised by the Council and Police officers to take action to address behaviours  ...  view the full minutes text for item 14.

The Council existing Public Space Protection Orders (PSPO) for the control of alcohol in specified roads in Woodside would expire on 18 October 2023. Initial indications from the Police, Councillors and other community representatives are that there is an appetite to consider varying and possibly expanding the conditions of the PSPO to address other behaviours that are having a detrimental impact on the community.

It was expected it will take approximately 12 months to fully investigate the issues that have been raised and undertake full, meaningful consultation and co- production of any future PSPO prohibitions.

To ensure that the community does not lose the protection afforded by the existing PSPO conditions whilst this process is undertaken, it is proposed to extend the existing PSPO for a period 18 months, to 30 April 2025.

The consultation for the extension of an existing PSPO is simplified as it seeks to capture whether the extension is supported by the community and partner agencies, or not.

On 11th August 2023, the Director of Environment and Resident Experience took a decision to go out to consultation on the extension of the PSPO for a 5-week period from 16 August to 20 September 2023. Ratification of that decision is now required. The consultation will be available online and subject to targeted promotion to partner agencies, key community representatives, groups and forums.

Note that following Ward name and boundary changes the Ward information has been updated. The restricted locations remain unchanged.

The Cabinet Member for Community Safety and Cohesion RESOLVED

1. To ratify the decision of the Director of Environment and Resident Experience to consult on the extension of the existing Woodside alcohol control PSPO as set out in Appendix A of the report.

2. To note that following the consultation a further report will be submitted to Cabinet Member for a decision on extending the PSPO.

Reasons for decision

A Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) sets clear conditions for the use of specified public areas and enables officers authorised by the Council and Police Officers to engage individuals and educate them about their responsibilities.

The existing alcohol control PSPO in specified roads and locations enable authorised officers to require a person who is drinking alcohol or carrying alcohol in an open container to either surrender their alcohol, pour it away or not to continue to drink the alcohol. If an individual fails to comply with the request without reasonable excuse they commit an offence and are liable on summary conviction to a fine of up to £500, or they have the opportunity to discharge their liability for prosecution by accepting a Fixed Penalty Notice of £100.

If the PSPO conditions were to expire it would be necessary to remove all related signage and it is likely that the issues they were originally introduced to address will recur.

The expiration of the PSPO would also limit the options for officers authorised by the Council and Police officers to take action to address behaviours linked to the  ...  view the full minutes text for item 15.

The Council existing Public Space Protection Orders (PSPO) for the control of alcohol in specified roads in Woodside would expire on 18 October 2023. Initial indications from the Police, Councillors and other community representatives are that there is an appetite to consider varying and possibly expanding the conditions of the PSPO to address other behaviours that are having a detrimental impact on the community.

It was expected it will take approximately 12 months to fully investigate the issues that have been raised and undertake full, meaningful consultation and co- production of any future PSPO prohibitions.

To ensure that the community does not lose the protection afforded by the existing PSPO conditions whilst this process is undertaken, it was proposed to extend the existing PSPO for a period 18 months, to 30 April 2025.

The consultation for the extension of an existing PSPO is simplified as it seeks to capture whether the extension is supported by the community and partner agencies, or not.

On 11th August 2023, the Director of Environment and Resident Experience took a decision to go out to consultation on the extension of the PSPO for a 5-week period from 16 August to 20 September 2023. Ratification of that decision is now required. The consultation will be available online and subject to targeted promotion to partner agencies, key community representatives, groups and forums.

Note that following Ward name and boundary changes the Ward information has been updated. The restricted locations remain unchanged.

The Cabinet Member for Safety and Cohesion RESOLVED

1. Ratify the decision of the Director of Environment and Resident Experience to consult on the extension of the existing Woodside alcohol control PSPO as set out in Appendix A of the report.

2. Note that following the consultation a further report will be submitted to Cabinet Member for a decision on extending the PSPO.

Reasons for decision

A Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) sets clear conditions for the use of specified public areas and enables officers authorised by the Council and Police Officers to engage individuals and educate them about their responsibilities.

The existing alcohol control PSPO in specified roads and locations enable authorised officers to require a person who is drinking alcohol or carrying alcohol in an open container to either surrender their alcohol, pour it away or not to continue to drink the alcohol. If an individual fails to comply with the request without reasonable excuse they commit an offence and are liable on summary conviction to a fine of up to £500, or they have the opportunity to discharge their liability for prosecution by accepting a Fixed Penalty Notice of £100.

If the PSPO conditions were to expire it would be necessary to remove all related signage and it is likely that the issues they were originally introduced to address will recur.

The expiration of the PSPO would also limit the options for officers authorised by the Council and Police officers to take action to address behaviours linked to the consumption of alcohol  ...  view the full minutes text for item 16.

The Council existing Public Space Protection Orders (PSPO) for the control of alcohol in specified roads in West Green would expire on 18 October 2023. Initial indications from the Police, Councillors and other community representatives are that there is an appetite to consider varying and possibly expanding the conditions of the PSPO to address other behaviours that are having a detrimental impact on the community.

It was expected it will take approximately 12 months to fully investigate the issues that have been raised and undertake full, meaningful consultation and co- production of any future PSPO prohibitions.

To ensure that the community does not lose the protection afforded by the existing PSPO conditions whilst this process is undertaken, it was proposed to extend the existing PSPO for a period 18 months, to 30 April 2025.

The consultation for the extension of an existing PSPO is simplified as it seeks to capture whether the extension is supported by the community and partner agencies, or not.

On 11th August 2023, the Director of Environment and Resident Experience took a decision to go out to consultation on the extension of the PSPO for a 5-week period from 16 August to 20 September 2023. Ratification of that decision was now required. The consultation will be available online and subject to targeted promotion to partner agencies, key community representatives, groups and forums.

Note that following Ward name and boundary changes the Ward information has been updated. The restricted locations remain unchanged.

The Cabinet Member for Community Safety and Cohesion RESOLVED

1. To ratify the decision of the Director of Environment and Resident Experience to consult on the extension of the existing West Green Ward alcohol control PSPO as set out in Appendix A of the report.

2. To note that following the consultation a further report will be submitted to Cabinet Member for a decision on extending the PSPO.

Reasons for decision

A Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) sets clear conditions for the use of specified public areas and enables officers authorised by the Council and Police Officers to engage individuals and educate them about their responsibilities.

The existing alcohol control PSPO in specified roads and locations enable authorised officers to require a person who is drinking alcohol or carrying alcohol in an open container to either surrender their alcohol, pour it away or not to continue to drink the alcohol. If an individual fails to comply with the request without reasonable excuse they commit an offence and are liable on summary conviction to a fine of up to £500, or they have the opportunity to discharge their liability for prosecution by accepting a Fixed Penalty Notice of £100.

If the PSPO conditions were to expire it would be necessary to remove all related signage and it is likely that the issues they were originally introduced to address will recur.

The expiration of the PSPO would also limit the options for officers authorised by the Council and Police officers to take action to address behaviours  ...  view the full minutes text for item 17.

There were no new items of urgent business.