Kent Police and the local council have worked together
New powers implemented by Kent Police and Sevenoaks District Council have led to a significant reduction in antisocial behaviour.
Residents living near Hewitts Roundabout, in Badgers Mount, have contacted local officers about motorists causing a danger to other road users, along with excessive noise, during persistent car meets in the area.
In May this year a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) was introduced covering London Road in Halsted, part of Orpington Bypass, Badgers Mount and the M25 junction 4 spur road.
Restrictions now prevent motorists encouraging or taking part in car meets, performing stunts in their vehicles or causing a danger to others.
The order can be enforced by police officers and staff from the council. Anyone failing to comply with the conditions can receive a £100 fixed penalty notice or larger fines if summonsed to court. Other sanctions include a Community Protection Warning and, in some cases, driver’s vehicles will be seized.
PC Peter Wilson said: ‘Between September 2023 and February this year, there were around 90 incidents in the area relating to antisocial behaviour. Since the introduction of the PSPO these have reduced significantly with the most recent report being received in June.
‘We understand the impact antisocial behaviour has on a community and the concerns of residents regarding the risks that come with nuisance use of vehicles. We are determined to enforce this order and anyone thinking of meeting others in the area should consider the potential sanctions including the loss of their vehicle.’
Source: Kent Police
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