We recognise that anti-social behaviour can have a serious effect on quality of life, we treat all reports very seriously.
Various types of activity could be classed as anti-social, examples include:
Vehicle nuisance, eg noise from mopeds, and mini-motorbikes
Drug use and dealing
Threatening and abusive behaviour
Noisy neighbours
Graffiti
Certain criminal acts
Nuisance youths
We understand that reporting incidents can make witnesses feel nervous about the next steps, however the Council has a very successful track record in resolving cases.
Therefore, if you are experiencing problems we would encourage you to contact us to discuss how we can help you and what the next steps could be.
Reports can be made by e-mail or phone:
Anti-Social Behaviour Caseworker - 01727 819566, A.Clarke@stalbans.gov.uk.
Reporting Anti-Social Behaviour eform
Parental Support
Parentline Plus is a national charity which works for and with parents. Their free, confidential helpline number 0808 800 2222 is available 24/7 every day of the year. It is staffed by trained volunteers all of whom have parenting experience and they can advise on a range of issues for example:
Children's behaviour
Separation, divorce and setting up a new family
Exclusion, bullying and schoolwork
Truancy, special needs, learning difficulties
Conflict with/between adults
Depression or suicidal feelings
Anxiety, bereavement and stress
For more topics and guidance on other issues access the Parentline Plus website at www.parentlineplus.org.uk
What is an Anti-Social Behaviour Order (ASBO)?
An ASBO protects the public from behaviour which causes alarm, harassment or distress. An ASBO, whilst not a punishment, will contain conditions which will prohibit the activities that caused the problem. It is a criminal offence to break and ASBO and if an individual does, he or she can be arrested and taken back to court.
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What is an Acceptable Behaviour Contract (ABC) ?
An ABC is a voluntary agreement made between the individual responsible for anti-social behaviour (ASB) and the Police and Council. It sets out ways in which the individual will behave in the future and contains a commitment by the individual not to do certain things. An ABC usually lasts for six months. If after this time the ASB is still continuing then the individual responsible will be visited by the ASB team.
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