Councillor seeks powers to tackle street drinking in Norton

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 28 Oct, 15:42 · Archive

A councillor in Norton, North Yorkshire, is seeking a Public Spaces Protection Order to tackle daytime street drinking on Commercial Street.

Councillor Keane Duncan is seeking to introduce a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) to tackle antisocial street drinking in and around Commercial Street in Norton, North Yorkshire, following complaints from residents and businesses. Residents have reported drinking in the street throughout the day, with one local woman saying she feels terrified as a result.

A PSPO would give police officers extra powers to tackle alcohol-related antisocial behaviour within a designated area. The order would not ban responsible drinking in public, but would allow officers to intervene when alcohol contributes to nuisance or disorder. Officers can require individuals to stop drinking and surrender their alcohol. Refusing to comply could result in fixed penalty notices or prosecution, with a maximum fine of £1,000.

Cllr Duncan said he had heard increasingly worrying accounts from residents, particularly women and girls, who feel frightened walking along Commercial Street. To support the case for introducing the PSPO, he is gathering evidence from residents and businesses, which will be shared with the council. He is asking residents to contact him confidentially with their experiences.

How it is being reported

• Councillor condemns street drinking in Norton, North YorkshireA councillor is calling for action after residents said they are being left 'terrified' by daytime street drinking in a North Yorkshire town.The Press (York) · 28 Oct, 15:04
• Councillor condemns street drinking in Norton, North YorkshireA councillor is calling for action after residents said they are being left 'terrified' by daytime street drinking in a North Yorkshire town.Gazette & Herald (Malton) · 28 Oct, 15:04

In this story: Keane Duncan · Norton · North Yorkshire · Commercial Street

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