Issue - meetings

RECOMMENDED - that the proposed Designated Public Places Order (DPPO) in Sawbridgeworth be approved.

The Executive Member for Community Safety and Protection submitted a report requesting the Council to use the powers under section 13 of the Criminal Justice and Police Act 2001 to make a Designated Public Places Order (DPPO) for parts of Sawbridgeworth, in order to reduce alcohol related anti-social behaviour and crime.

The Executive recalled that, the Council had previously approved DPPOs for areas of Hertford and Ware.  The Executive Member stated these had proved successful in reducing alcohol related anti-social behaviour and crime.  He detailed the proposed area to be included within the Order, the analysis of crime statistics and the outcome of the statutory consultation with the local community.

Councillor A D Dodd, as a local ward Member, expressed full support for the proposals.

The Executive supported the recommendation as now detailed.

RECOMMENDED - that the proposed Designated Public Places Order (DPPO) in Sawbridgeworth be approved.