Across Blackpool, a number of different Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPOs) are in operation in order to tackle anti-social behaviour. PSPOs are aimed at ensuring public spaces can be enjoyed free from anti-social behaviour.
Blackpool Council is consulting on a new PSPO, which proposes restrictions on activities in parks/green open spaces to make it a safer and enjoyable place for all users.
Across Blackpool there are almost 100 council-owned green spaces including two cemeteries. Unfortunately, the behaviour of a small minority can negatively affect the environment and the enjoyment of our parks, open spaces and the respectful atmosphere of our cemeteries, which our residents and visitors rightfully expect. Deliberate damage is also caused which is costly to put right.
The Public Space Protection Orders will set out reasonable requirements and acceptable behaviours within Blackpool’s parks/green open spaces and cemeteries. It will also give enforcement options to officers of the local authority and police to deal with nuisance and anti-social behaviour.
The consultation covers the topics of :
- Traditional anti-social behaviour including vandalism
- Alcohol/ substance misuse
- Commercial activities
- Unauthorised vehicles
- Remote control vehicles
- Camping
- Dogs on leads near bodies of water
- Fishing in cemetery ponds
Cllr Paula Burdess, Cabinet Member for Community Safety, said:
The consultation will take place from Monday 19 June for ten weeks until Sunday 27 August.
Have your say at www.blackpool.gov.uk/consultation