Surely we want to PREVENT crime, and prevent lives being harmed, don't we Kemi and Wes? Or is that just too much thinking about other people for you two to tolerate?
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Noisy Pembroke Dock neighbour hit with Criminal Behaviour Order after court clash
Paul McNally of Laws Street appeared before Haverfordwest Magistrates Court on November 19 where he admitted breaching a Community Protection Notice served by Pembrokeshire County Council.
Magistrates heard how McNally repeatedly thumped his ceiling and hurled expletives at the tenant above, causing āsignificant alarm and distress.ā He falsely claimed he was retaliating to noise from the flat upstairs ā but council evidence showed the neighbour was simply carrying out everyday tasks like running taps or flushing the toilet.
Evidence caught on noise app
Complaints were logged with the council and backed up by recordings from The NoiseApp and sound monitoring equipment.
Despite being served with a Community Protection Warning and later a formal Community Protection Notice under the AntiāSocial Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, McNallyās behaviour continued.
The council prosecuted, and magistrates fined him Ā£162, ordered him to pay a Ā£65 victim surcharge, and hit him with Ā£1,000 in costs.
What is a Criminal Behaviour Order?
Definition:
A Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) is a court order designed to stop persistent offenders from causing harassment, alarm or distress.
When it can be imposed:
Only after someone has been convicted of a criminal offence. The court must be satisfied the offenderās behaviour has caused, or is likely to cause, nuisance or distress.
What it does:
A CBO can prohibitrequire
Duration:
Orders can last for a fixed period or indefinitely, depending on the seriousness of the behaviour.
Breaches:
Breaking a CBO is a criminal offence. It can lead to fines or a custodial sentence.
Background:
CBOs replaced AntiāSocial Behaviour Orders (ASBOs) in England and Wales in 2014 as the main tool to tackle repeat nuisance behaviour.
Criminal Behaviour Order imposed
Magistrates imposed a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) designed to stop further noise and abuse. Any breach will be referred back to court and could result in a custodial sentence.
Cllr Jacob Williams said:
āA Community Protection Notice is a formal legal notice that can be issued by councils to curb this sort of nuisance behaviour, which can have an awful impact on peopleās quality of life.
Unfortunately the CPN in this case was not complied with, so the authority was left with no option but to take the matter to court. The result is a conviction, coming at a significant cost to the defendant, which wouldnāt have happened had the CPN been followed.ā
What it means for residents
The case highlights how councils can use legal powers to tackle persistent antiāsocial behaviour in communities. For neighbours, it means protection from harassment and noise ā and for offenders, the risk of fines or even prison if they refuse to comply.
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Police issue dispersal order across Bridgend town centre to tackle youth anti-social behaviour
The order, which came into effect at 6pm on Friday 21 November, will remain in place until 6pm on Sunday 23 November. It gives officers enhanced powers under Section 35 of the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 to direct individuals aged 10 to 17 to leave the designated area if they are causing, or are likely to cause, harassment, alarm or distress.
The area covered by the order includes key parts of the town centre, as shown on the police-issued map, with boundaries stretching past Bridgend Bus Station, Brewery Field, and several retail and leisure sites.
Map issued by South Wales Police showing the dispersal zone in Bridgend town centre, in effect from 6pm Friday 21 November to 6pm Sunday 23 November 2025.Police Sergeant Myfanwy Beaumont said:
āWe do not tolerate anti-social behaviour. Our officers will have an increased presence in the area, and they wonāt hesitate to utilise the powers granted to them to ensure the safety of our community. We encourage parents and guardians to talk to those they care for, urging them to steer clear of any involvement in anti-social activities.ā
The dispersal order follows reports of disruptive behaviour in the town centre and aims to prevent further incidents over the weekend.
South Wales Police are urging residents to report any concerns or incidents via 101 or their online reporting channels.
#antiSocialBehaviour #antisocialBehaviour #bridgend #bridgendTownCentre #dispersalOrder #southWalesPolice
@aSweetGentleman not just me then. I just took a lunchtime walk in suburban Sheffield and I could hear w@nk5rs with leaf blowers for 15/40 minutes. #sheffield #leafblower #antisocialbehaviour #NoisePollution
Police seize five motorcycles linked to antiāsocial behaviour in Gorseinon
Bikes found hidden in woodland
The Gorseinon Neighbourhood Policing Team confirmed they had located five motorcycles hidden in woodland near the town. Officers believe the vehicles are connected to recent reports of antiāsocial behaviour in the area.
All five motorcycles have now been seized, with enquiries ongoing to establish their identity and ownership.
Police statement
In a post on social media, South Wales Police said:
āThe Gorseinon Neighbourhood Policing Team have located five motorcycles concealed within local woodland. All the motorcycles have been seized by the Police. Enquiries are now ongoing to establish the identity of the motorcycles and their owners. These are believed to be the motorcycles that have been the cause of antiāsocial behaviour within Gorseinon over recent months.ā
Community impact
Residents in Gorseinon have raised concerns in recent months about nuisance riding and noise linked to offāroad motorcycles. Police say the seizures form part of ongoing work to tackle antiāsocial behaviour and improve safety in the community.
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Men wanted over antisemitic graffiti in Melbourne
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Man accused of lighting bushfire while wearing mask, cape denied bail
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Police allege a 37-year-old man lit six fires at Valley Lake, near Mount Gambier, at night while wearing a silver cape and a black mask, after allegedly stealing a cask of wine from a liquor store.
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Reports of antiāsocial behaviour fall again in Swansea city centre
Partnership approach credited with success
Figures released by Swansea Council and South Wales Police show a 12.1% reduction in reported antiāsocial behaviour during the 2025 school holidays. It follows a 38% fall recorded in 2024.
The improvement has been linked to joint work between the council, police and more than 60 partner organisations, who ran a programme of activities for young people at the popāup Collaboration Station in St Davidās Square.
Over the summer, 98 events, workshops and activities were staged, including an intergenerational festival that drew more than 900 people for a day of music and performances.
Police highlight Operation Daylily
City Centre Inspector Andrew Hedley said the policing operation, known as Operation Daylily, had built on last yearās success.
āWe have been able to build on the success of last year to successfully reduce antiāsocial behaviour even further,ā he said.
āThe already established strong partnership working has again been integral to the success of this operation. The addition of a popāup base further added to this success in providing a safe and cohesive space for all to use and importantly, signpost relevant people to.ā
Inspector Hedley added that while the reduction was positive, more work was needed to make the city centre āa better place to live, work and visit which is free from those intent on causing crime and antiāsocial behaviour.ā
Council praises young peopleās role
Cllr Alyson Anthony, Cabinet Member for Wellbeing, said young people had played a key part in the summer programme.
āPeople can sometimes be too quick to criticise young people, but they brought real energy and some great ideas to the sessions and activities,ā she said.
She added that the Collaboration Station work was in addition to āhundreds of free and lowācost activities for children, young people and families funded by the council across all areas of Swansea.ā
Council leader thanks partners
Cllr Rob Stewart, Leader of Swansea Council, said:
āIād like to thank the police for their enthusiasm in working with us and indeed all our other partners who played an important role this summer.
I think we can all be pleased that there has again been a reported reduction in ASB over the school period. This shows these partnerships really do deliver for all our residents.ā
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Youth ASB reports fall in Swanseaās SA1 after summer crackdown
From noisy nights to quieter streets
In recent summers, people living around the docks complained of large groups gathering, shouting late into the night, jumping into the water, throwing objects and riding bikes dangerously. Police say those problems have eased, with reports of antiāsocial behaviour falling from 34 in 2022 to 29 this year ā despite another warm summer. In August, just one incident was logged, compared with nine in 2022.
Two police officers take a selfie with local councillor Sam Bennett during summer patrols in SA1.Police and partners change tactics
South Wales Police credit the fall to a multiāagency approach. Officers increased patrols in the docks and SA1, supported by Special Constables, and held regular āCuppa with a Copperā sessions so residents could raise concerns faceātoāface.
At the same time, diversionary activities were offered to young people. These included sports sessions run by Ospreys in the Community, the outreach arm of the regionās professional rugby team; day trips organised by EVOLVE, a youth engagement programme; and free tickets to the LC2 leisure centre.
Building confidence among residents
Police also worked with local businesses and apartment complexes to provide reassurance and encourage reporting through the South Wales Listens platform.
Inspector Andrew Price, South Wales Police, said: āResidents of SA1 should not have to put up with any level of antiāsocial behaviour as they go about their daily business. It is pleasing to see that the data shows the operation is having a positive effect.ā
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The offender, whose repeated tagging blighted businesses and public property, was caught following a police operation made possible by intelligence and photographic evidence provided by Swansea BID members, aided by the SentrySIS crime reporting system.
Swansea Business Improvement District said the case demonstrates the strength of its ongoing partnership with police in tackling antiāsocial behaviour and keeping the city centre safe and welcoming.
Andrew Douglas, Swansea BID manager, said: āGraffiti vandalism is not a victimless crime. It affects the appearance, safety perception, and reputation of our city centre, and causes real costs and distress to local businesses.
āWe are proud to support our BID businesses by working closely with South Wales Police to take a firm stand against antiāsocial behaviour, and we are currently exploring options to recover the removal costs from the offender.
āThis case is a clear example of how our intelligenceāsharing tools, particularly the SentrySIS platform, empower businesses to report, record, and support action against persistent offenders. We will continue to champion a zeroātolerance approach to vandalism and ensure our city centre remains vibrant, safe, and thriving.ā
The BIDās investment in crime prevention includes promoting the SentrySIS platform, which allows businesses to securely log incidents and build a detailed picture of offenders operating in the area.
South Wales Police Inspector Andrew Hedley said: āThe information provided by Swansea BID and city centre businesses was instrumental in securing this prosecution. Weāre committed to continuing our partnership with Swansea BID to keep our city centre safe and resilient against crime and antiāsocial behaviour.ā
Swansea BID says the outcome sends a strong message that graffiti and other forms of vandalism will not be tolerated in the city.
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Owners of neighbouring venue Jubblys were also on scene, helping to clear and secure the land in front of the former nightclub. Officers have pledged to carry out regular patrols in the area to ensure the premises remains secure and to prevent further incidents.
Escape, which closed in 2015, was once a legendary fixture in the UK club scene. Opened in 1995, it hosted global DJs such as Carl Cox, Paul Van Dyk, Pete Tong, and Ferry Corsten, and even spawned its own festival, Escape Into The Park, held at Singleton Park. At its peak, the venue welcomed up to 1,190 clubbers and employed around 80 staff.
Despite its cultural significance, the building has remained untouched for a decade, with its original signage still intact. In 2017, developers Tower Pension Trustees submitted a pre-application enquiry to Swansea Council proposing to demolish the nightclub and replace it with a four-storey block of 54 student flats. The plans included seven common rooms, laundry and storage facilities, but no car parking. The proposal aimed to revitalise the area, which includes a gym and multi-storey car park, by introducing a well-used development.
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As Swansea continues to evolve, the fate of Escape remains uncertainācaught between its storied past and an unrealised future.
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City centre activities and events aim to cut risk of anti-social behaviour
A varied programme of events designed to engage young people and reduce anti-social behaviour in Swanseaās city centre will run throughout the school summer holidays.
Drop-in rugby sessions, social gatherings, barbecues, a police community day and an inter-generational music festival in St Davidās Square are among the activities planned. The programme expands on last yearās City Chill initiative, which contributed to a significant drop in anti-social behaviour across the city centre and marina area during the summer break.
A key part of this yearās programme is the continuation of Tackle After Dark, a weekly evening session run by Ospreys in the Community, in partnership with South Wales Police and Swansea Council. Held at the Collaboration Station in the former Cranes Music store, the initiative has attracted around 30 young people each week since April.
Inspector Andrew Hedley said the programme is already making a difference. āWe are pleased to support the ongoing partnership initiative with Swansea Council and Ospreys in the Community and have already seen the benefits of increased interaction between officers and those in attendance,ā he said. āThis is just one example of the significant engagement work ongoing over the summer which aims to provide young people with a safe environment and positive things to do, to reduce the chances of anti-social behaviour being committed.ā
Councillor Hayley Gwilliam, Swansea Councilās Cabinet Member for Community Support, said the Collaboration Station will be a hub of activity this summer. āSome people are often too quick to criticise young people today but they have come up with some great ideas and have shown energy and positivity as we have worked with partners to plan a summer of activities,ā she said. āThe offering at the Collaboration Station is in addition to hundreds of free and low cost activities for young people and families funded by the council across all areas of Swansea as part of our #HereForYouThisSummer campaignā.
Tom Sloane, head of community foundation at Ospreys in the Community, said the initiative is helping to build trust and promote respect. āThrough initiatives like Tackle After Dark, weāre not only creating a safe and welcoming space for young people to connect and grow, but also showing how sport can play a powerful role in building trust, breaking down barriers, and promoting respect,ā he said. āThe engagement and enthusiasm weāve seen week after week proves thereās a real appetite for opportunities that are inclusive, supportive, and community-driven.ā
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Llanelli town centre to see summer crackdown on crime and antisocial behaviour
The town is one of more than 500 locations across the UK signed up to the Home Secretaryās Safer Streets summer blitz, which will see Dyfed Powys Police ramp up visible patrols during peak hours and work alongside councils and local partners to deter criminal activity.
The initiative has been welcomed by Dame Nia Griffith, Labour MP for Llanelli, who said the increased presence would help restore confidence among shoppers and businesses:
āResidents and local businesses have the right to feel safe in our town centre and the increased policing and enforcement will play an important part in sending a clear message to those intent on causing problems that their behaviour will not be tolerated. Putting more officers back on the beat where people can see them will make a real difference.ā
She added:
āThe Conservatives decimated neighbourhood policing whilst crimes like shoplifting and street theft were spiralling out of control and communities like ours here in Llanelli unfortunately paid the price.ā
The crackdown comes in response to a sharp rise in shoplifting and street crime under the previous UK Conservative Government, with shop theft reportedly increasing by 70% in its final two years in office.
As part of the UK Labour Governmentās Plan for Change, Dyfed Powys Police will receive 33 additional neighbourhood officers this year, backed by a Ā£200 million investment in community policing nationwide.
Local Police and Crime Commissioners have developed bespoke action plans designed to support town centres by banning repeat offenders from hotspots, partnering with retailers and councils to disrupt crime, and coordinating community-led efforts to support vulnerable individuals and young people.
The Home Office is also introducing a Tackling Retail Crime Together Strategy, which will use shared data to target organised criminal gangs and prolific offenders, including those stealing to fund addiction.
Other towns in the Dyfed Powys area participating in the blitz include Carmarthen, Aberystwyth, Brecon, Builth Wells, Haverfordwest, Milford Haven, Newtown and Tenby.
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