Public Space Protection Orders

South Somerset District Council are seeking your views on proposals to control the anti-social behaviour in public spaces of Yeovil town centre.

Under the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, a Local Authority must make a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) if satisfied that two conditions are met; namely;
 

1. Activities carried on (or likely will be carried on) within the Authority’s area have (or will have) a detrimental effect on the quality of life in the locality.
2. The effect, or likely effect, of the activities

• is persistent or continuing in nature; and
• is unreasonable
• justifies the restrictions imposed by the notice.

As part of the designation process we are required to undertake consultation with appropriate interested parties and stakeholders. I invite you to give your opinion and make any comments you have regarding this proposal.

Once the consultation is complete a report will be presented to our District Executive Committee who will decide whether to designate the PSPO or not.