Reducing Vehicle Nuisance

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Norwich City Council is proposing to introduce a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) created with input from Norfolk Police, to help address the issue of vehicle-related anti-social behaviour.

This engagement space is seeking your views on addressing vehicle-related anti-social behaviour.

The public consultation will be open on Wednesday 8 February 2023 and close Friday 24 March 2023.

For more information, please read the supporting information document and the draft Public Space Protection Order.

What is a Public Space Protection Order?

PSPOs are used by councils and their partners to address anti-social behaviour in their local areas under the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014. The orders can remain in place for up to three years and impose conditions which prohibit specified activities in an area.

View the full PSPO legislation.

Vehicle nuisance in Norwich

In this case a PSPO is proposed to help address the issue of vehicle nuisance, ‘car meets’, and associated anti-social behaviours across the city. Residents and businesses report that anti-social behaviour, associated with the gatherings of vehicles, can have a negative impact on their quality of life and the enjoyment of public space.

The draft PSPO outlines the behaviours we are seeking to address. This includes the following behaviours when completed in a manner causing or likely to cause a nuisance to persons in the area: aggressive acceleration, racing, stunts, noise from horns/amplified music, and congregating in a group in a way that causes nuisance to people nearby.

The PSPO is not intended to address the issue of abandoned vehicles or illegal or inconsiderate parking.

We want your views

  • Completing the survey. We would also like to understand who is responding to the consultation so there are a few questions about you that we would appreciate you answering - although not compulsory.
  • Identify problem areas on our map. Please help us gather more information about the location and frequency of vehicle-related anti-social behaviours by dropping a pin on the Map and providing a short description of the incident you were affected by or witnessed.
  • Ask a question. You can ask us about any aspect of the PSPO in the questions section. Questions will be reviewed weekly and updated to provide as much information as possible to help facilitate meaningful engagement.

Capturing everyone's voice: As part of the process for introducing the PSPO, Norwich City Council are required to undertake a consultation with stakeholders. We must consult with the Chief Constable of Norfolk Police, the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Norfolk directly. We will advise Norfolk Country Council of our intentions and invite them to comment. We will also be seeking additional views from 'BRAKE – the road safety charity' and Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service.

Norwich City Council is proposing to introduce a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) created with input from Norfolk Police, to help address the issue of vehicle-related anti-social behaviour.

This engagement space is seeking your views on addressing vehicle-related anti-social behaviour.

The public consultation will be open on Wednesday 8 February 2023 and close Friday 24 March 2023.

For more information, please read the supporting information document and the draft Public Space Protection Order.

What is a Public Space Protection Order?

PSPOs are used by councils and their partners to address anti-social behaviour in their local areas under the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014. The orders can remain in place for up to three years and impose conditions which prohibit specified activities in an area.

View the full PSPO legislation.

Vehicle nuisance in Norwich

In this case a PSPO is proposed to help address the issue of vehicle nuisance, ‘car meets’, and associated anti-social behaviours across the city. Residents and businesses report that anti-social behaviour, associated with the gatherings of vehicles, can have a negative impact on their quality of life and the enjoyment of public space.

The draft PSPO outlines the behaviours we are seeking to address. This includes the following behaviours when completed in a manner causing or likely to cause a nuisance to persons in the area: aggressive acceleration, racing, stunts, noise from horns/amplified music, and congregating in a group in a way that causes nuisance to people nearby.

The PSPO is not intended to address the issue of abandoned vehicles or illegal or inconsiderate parking.

We want your views

  • Completing the survey. We would also like to understand who is responding to the consultation so there are a few questions about you that we would appreciate you answering - although not compulsory.
  • Identify problem areas on our map. Please help us gather more information about the location and frequency of vehicle-related anti-social behaviours by dropping a pin on the Map and providing a short description of the incident you were affected by or witnessed.
  • Ask a question. You can ask us about any aspect of the PSPO in the questions section. Questions will be reviewed weekly and updated to provide as much information as possible to help facilitate meaningful engagement.

Capturing everyone's voice: As part of the process for introducing the PSPO, Norwich City Council are required to undertake a consultation with stakeholders. We must consult with the Chief Constable of Norfolk Police, the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Norfolk directly. We will advise Norfolk Country Council of our intentions and invite them to comment. We will also be seeking additional views from 'BRAKE – the road safety charity' and Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service.

Questions PSPO - Vehicle Nuisance

Ask a question. You can ask us about any aspect of the PSPO in the questions section.

Questions will be reviewed weekly and updated to provide as much information as possible to help facilitate meaningful engagement.

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  • Share If the police are not (and never have been) willing to enforce the 20mph speed limit in the city centre even where it helps protect a nursery, why should we have any faith they will enforce the PSPO? Surely the problem with the rise of this behaviour can be sourced to the ineffectiveness of the police? on Facebook Share If the police are not (and never have been) willing to enforce the 20mph speed limit in the city centre even where it helps protect a nursery, why should we have any faith they will enforce the PSPO? Surely the problem with the rise of this behaviour can be sourced to the ineffectiveness of the police? on Twitter Share If the police are not (and never have been) willing to enforce the 20mph speed limit in the city centre even where it helps protect a nursery, why should we have any faith they will enforce the PSPO? Surely the problem with the rise of this behaviour can be sourced to the ineffectiveness of the police? on Linkedin Email If the police are not (and never have been) willing to enforce the 20mph speed limit in the city centre even where it helps protect a nursery, why should we have any faith they will enforce the PSPO? Surely the problem with the rise of this behaviour can be sourced to the ineffectiveness of the police? link

    If the police are not (and never have been) willing to enforce the 20mph speed limit in the city centre even where it helps protect a nursery, why should we have any faith they will enforce the PSPO? Surely the problem with the rise of this behaviour can be sourced to the ineffectiveness of the police?

    Ruffles asked almost 2 years ago

    Norwich City Council will be agreeing a protocol with Norfolk Police to ensure an effective and proportionate use of the PSPO powers - in conjunction with existing tools and powers.

     

    The expectation is that the police will attend locations either in response to reports or as part of proactive patrolling.

     

    Police attend and witness breaches of the PSPO, and in line with the protocol, provide written witness statements to Norwich City Council.

     

    Norwich City Council will then decide whether to issue an Fixed Penalty Notice.

     

    In addition to supporting the use of existing tools and powers, Norwich City Council, the police and other partners will continue to explore measures to address the issue in specific locations.

  • Share Why not talk to the young drivers on Britannia Road car park and find them some Ware they can go on Facebook Share Why not talk to the young drivers on Britannia Road car park and find them some Ware they can go on Twitter Share Why not talk to the young drivers on Britannia Road car park and find them some Ware they can go on Linkedin Email Why not talk to the young drivers on Britannia Road car park and find them some Ware they can go link

    Why not talk to the young drivers on Britannia Road car park and find them some Ware they can go

    Stece asked almost 2 years ago

    Currently the police do try to engage with those congregating with their vehicles – offering advice on their impact on others. 

     

    It is not feasible or appropriate for the police or the council to try to identify a suitable location for them to congregate – especially if those congregations have the potential to involve anti-social behaviour or inappropriate/illegal driving. Neither organisation should be in the position of potentially facilitating anti-social or illegal activity. 

     

    That is by no means saying that all car enthusiasts are irresponsible or that all congregations of them result in anti-social behaviour. 

     

    If car enthusiasts wish to work together to find a landowner willing to allow them to use their land without causing damage or a nuisance, or putting themselves or others at risk, then they could consider that option

  • Share The city council doesn't have a strong record when it comes to civil enforcement. How will this be enforced? on Facebook Share The city council doesn't have a strong record when it comes to civil enforcement. How will this be enforced? on Twitter Share The city council doesn't have a strong record when it comes to civil enforcement. How will this be enforced? on Linkedin Email The city council doesn't have a strong record when it comes to civil enforcement. How will this be enforced? link

    The city council doesn't have a strong record when it comes to civil enforcement. How will this be enforced?

    Liam asked almost 2 years ago

    Norwich City Council will be agreeing a protocol with Norfolk Police to ensure an effective and proportionate use of the PSPO powers - in conjunction with existing tools and powers.

     

    The expectation is that the police will attend locations either in response to reports or as part of proactive patrolling.

     

    Police attend and witness breaches of the PSPO, and in line with the protocol, provide written witness statements to Norwich City Council.

     

    Norwich City Council will then decide whether to issue an Fixed Penalty Notice.

     

    In addition to supporting the use of existing tools and powers, Norwich City Council, the police and other partners will continue to explore measures to address the issue in specific locations.

Page last updated: 15 May 2023, 11:27 AM