FAQs
What is a Public Space Protection Order?
A Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) is a legal tool that allows councils to restrict specific activities in public spaces where they are causing, or are likely to cause, anti‑social behaviour. PSPOs can last for up to three years and must be reviewed before they are extended or varied.
They are enforceable by police and authorised council officers. Breaching a PSPO is a criminal offence and can result in a fixed penalty notice or prosecution.