Residents are thrilled over council plans to close nuisance alleyways in a bid to tackle crime. Ashfield District Council has proposed the closure of several alleyways across the district, including those that allow access on to Sutton Lawn between Bentinck Street and Bramley Court, Sutton-in-Ashfield.
According to residents, people have been causing problems and committing crimes in the footpaths for a number of years. The council is proposing a Public Spaces Protection Order, which is intended to restrict public access in the alleyways.
The orders are designed to ensure that the law-abiding majority can use and enjoy public spaces without experiencing anti-social behaviour. Residents can have their say on the proposed action until January 5, and if they back the plans a total of eight alleyways will be closed or have access restricted across Hucknall, Kirkby and Sutton.
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