Newport councillors explore balaclava ban for city centre

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 2 Oct, 20:13 · Archive

Newport councillors are considering a balaclava ban as part of renewed city centre rules.

Newport councillors have voted nearly unanimously to ask officers to explore a possible balaclava ban in the city centre. The move is part of renewing the public spaces protection order and comes alongside proposals for tougher rules on public drinking and begging in the area.

The South Wales Argus reports that councillors are describing balaclava-wearing behaviour as 'intimidating' in the troubled city centre. Legal advice will be sought as part of the exploration of whether such a ban would be enforceable and lawful.

How it is being reported

• Newport balaclava ban being considered for city centre troubled by crimeWalesOnline · 2 Oct, 19:38
• 'Intimidating' balaclava-wearing yobs could face ban in NewportSouth Wales Argus · 1 Oct, 13:00

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