Public Space Protection Orders are intended to deal with nuisance or problems that are detrimental to the local community's quality of life. The Orders work by imposing conditions on the use of the area so that people can use and enjoy these public spaces.
Where it can apply
A council can make a Public Space Protection Order on any public space within its own area. The definition of public space is wide and may include any place to which the public has access as of right or by permission.
How are they enforced?
Failure to comply with a Public Space Protection Order is an offence which could result in a fine of up to £1,000 in a magistrates court. Police and council officers, and officers authorised by the council, can enforce the conditions of an Order and can issue fixed penalty notices of £75 for non-compliance.
What Public Space Protection Orders are in place?
Shrewsbury town centre - effective from 1 August 2017.
On the 15th June 2020, Cabinet meeting it was agreed that the Order be extended from 1 August 2020 for a further three years.