Decision
Analysis
outcome: The Committee decided to implement a PSPO for the misuse of public land and to adopt Fixed Penalty Notices of £100 for breaches of this order. They also delegated authority to the Group Head Neighbourhood Service to issue these notices.
summary: The decision involves the implementation of a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) to address the misuse of public land, along with the adoption of Fixed Penalty Notices for any breaches of this order.
topline: The Neighbourhood Services and Enforcement Committee has decided to implement a Public Space Protection Order to tackle the misuse of public land.
reason_contentious: The issue may be contentious due to the impact on individuals who use public spaces, potential overreach of enforcement, and concerns about the effectiveness and fairness of such measures.
affected_stakeholders: Local residents, users of public spaces, enforcement officers, and potentially homeless or marginalized groups who might be disproportionately affected by the PSPO.
contentiousness_score: 5
political_party_relevance: There is no direct mention of political parties or political influence in the decision provided.
URL: https://democracy.spelthorne.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=2102
Decision Maker: Neighbourhood Services and Enforcement Committee
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose:
Content: The Committee resolved to: Make a Public Space Protection (PSPO) relating to misuse of public land in accordance with section 59 of the Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2015. Adopt the Fixed Penalty Notices for breaches of the misuse of public land PSPO which currently stand at £100. 3. Delegate authority to the Group Head Neighbourhood Service to issue Fixed Penalty Notices for breached of the PSPO misuse of public land.
Date of Decision: March 21, 2024