Residents in West Bridgford have welcomed the strengthening of a crime-fighting order to tackle anti-social behaviour in the area. Rushcliffe Borough Council has decided to expand a community public space protection order (PSPO) to the ponds and green spaces off Compton Acres.
The space near the ponds has been used by individuals for drinking alcohol and there have also been issues with people urinating and begging nearby. Those found to be flouting the order could be fined up to £100.
The council’s cabinet portfolio holder for environment and safety, Councillor Rob Inglis, said: "I'm pleased the renewal and amendments of our PSPO have been approved and will now include the extension to Lyme Park pond and Broadstone Close pond in Compton Acres. We're still faced with anti-social behaviours in Rushcliffe and the proven success of our PSPOs help officers to deal with offenders quickly and efficiently, providing directions and advice to further tackle their behaviour.
