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The Government has introduced new powers for tackling anti-social behaviour, such as Anti-Social Behaviour Orders (ASBOs). This study examines how the new powers are being used, and what people think about them. Its findings will advance strategic thinking on the issue.Through empirical research - combining a national survey with in-depth fieldwork in three neighbourhoods experiencing high levels of ASB - it develops principles for effective responses to problems of anti-social behaviour.The report is aimed at politicians, civil servants and practitioners with responsibility for tackling problems of anti-social behaviour. It will also be of interest to academics.
Synopsis
The UK government has introduced new powers for tackling anti-social behavior, such as Anti-Social Behavior Orders (ASBOs). This study examines how the new powers are being used, and what people think about them. Its findings will advance strategic thinking on the issue. Through empirical researchcombining a national survey with in-depth fieldwork in three neighborhoods experiencing high levels of anti-social behaviorit develops principles for effective responses to problems of anti-social behavior. The researchers conclude that: both national and local strategies should aim for a balance between enforcement and prevention; government policy should be more precise in defining anti-social behavior; and clearer limits for civil remedies need to be set. (REPORT)
Synopsis
The Government has introduced new powers for tackling anti-social behaviour, such as Anti-Social Behaviour Orders (ASBOs). This study examines how the new powers are being used, and what people think about them. Its findings will advance strategic thinking on the issue.FREE pdf version available online at www.jrf.org.uk
About the Author
Andrew Millie, Department of Urban Studies, University of Glasgow, Jessica Jacobson, Independent consultant, Eraina McDonald, no current affiliation and Mike Hough, Institute for Criminal Policy Research, School of Law, King's College London
Table of Contents
Introduction
Views on ASB: the national picture
Problems and impact of ASB in the case-study areas
Explaining ASB: local narratives
Responding to ASB: the options
Conclusions: implications for policy and practice