Public Space Protection Order - Begging Control
The Nuneaton and Bedworth Safer Communities Partnership has been working to address anti-social behaviour in Nuneaton and Bedworth.
As part of the partnership approach towards this problem, it was agreed to apply for a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) to address alcohol misuse and related anti-social behaviour in Nuneaton and Bedworth. This is now in affect and the order can be downloaded here.
This Order has been informed by evidence from residents, businesses, and professionals, which demonstrates the scale of the issue for the local community. We aim for it to be implemented for a period of up to three years.
PSPO begging
The PSPO makes it an offence to fail to comply without reasonable excuse with any requirement of an authorised person *.
Prohibitions:
- Person(s) within the Exclusion Zone will not: be permitted to beg at any time be permitted. The act of begging is deemed as either approaching people for money, or being stationary and directly asking for money, or positioned on the floor to invite the offer of money or goods.
*An authorised person could be a Police Constable, Police Community Support Officer or Council Officer or their authorised representative and must be able to present their authority on request.
What area does the PSPO covered
Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough area.
Fixed penalty notice Payment
If you are issued with a fixed penaly notice, payment may be made by credit or debit card by contacting the Council on 024 7637 6376.