Antisocial

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 takeaway licence noise antisocial oldfieldpark students residents late-night bath council

A kebab shop’s request to remain open until 3am in Oldfield Park, a bustling student district with many long-term residents, has sparked strong opposition from local neighbours. Diamond Kebab & Pizza, located at the … Read More

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 takeaway licensing neighbours antisocial nightlife noise student disturbance bath oldfieldpark

A proposal by Diamond Kebab & Pizza to extend its takeaway opening hours until 3am has ignited opposition from local residents in Oldfield Park, Bath’s busy student neighborhood. The corner shop on Moorland Road has … Read More

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 sherborne newellhouse historic fire dorset heritage conservation antisocial investigation council

The former Newell House School in Sherborne, a historic and much-loved Grade II listed building, was severely damaged by a fire on April 26. The blaze, first reported at 5:58 pm, raged for hours, causing the roof to collapse … Read More

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 sherborne newellhouse historic fire cpre dorsetcouncil preservation antisocial investigation heritage

The former Newell House School, a cherished Grade II listed building in Sherborne, Dorset, was severely damaged by a fire believed to have been deliberately set on the evening of Sunday, April 26. The blaze, which started … Read More

Friday, April 24, 2026 dispersal antisocial police order youth behaviour bradfordonavon countryside community safety

Wiltshire Police have enacted a dispersal order in the tranquil town of Bradford on Avon following a surge in reports of anti-social behaviour linked to groups of young people. The section 35 order came into effect at 3pm on … Read More

Friday, April 24, 2026 dispersal order antisocial behaviour police bradfordonavon youth safety countryside wiltshire

A dispersal order has been issued in the tranquil town of Bradford on Avon following a rise in reports of anti-social behaviour, particularly among young people. Wiltshire Police enforced a Section 35 order effective from 3pm … Read More

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 bridgwater alcohol licensing antisocial crime localgovernment safety council community regulation

A sweet shop in Bridgwater town centre has been granted a licence to sell alcohol, despite being located in an area identified as an “antisocial behaviour hotspot.” The Sweet Box, operated by Jeyatheepan … Read More

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 bridgwater alcohol licence antisocial behaviour licensing council crime retail regulation

A Bridgwater sweet shop in the town centre has been granted a licence to sell alcohol for consumption off the premises, despite being located in an area known for antisocial behaviour. The Sweet Box, owned by Jeyatheepan … Read More

Friday, January 30, 2026 bridgwater kfc licensing drivethru antisocial noise council latenight somerset fastfood

The KFC outlet in Bridgwater, located near junction 23 of the M5, has been granted permission to operate its drive-thru service until 5am daily. This change to its operating licence was approved by Somerset Council’s … Read More

Friday, January 30, 2026 bridgwater kfc licence antisocial behaviour noise takeaway drivethru latenight council

Bridgwater’s KFC at Dunball, near junction 23 of the M5, has received approval to serve food and drinks until 5am daily, sparking a debate on potential noise and antisocial behaviour in the area. The fast-food chain applied … Read More

Thursday, December 4, 2025 glastonbury antisocial pspo enforcement somerset streetdrinking policing communitysafety partnership resources

Efforts to curb antisocial behaviour in Glastonbury through a new public space protection order (PSPO) may fall short if enforcement proves ineffective. Avon and Somerset Constabulary, in partnership with Somerset Council and … Read More

Thursday, December 4, 2025 glastonbury antisocial pspo enforcement streetdrinking somerset policing communitysafety business publicorder

Efforts to tackle antisocial behaviour in Glastonbury through new legal measures may fall short due to enforcement challenges and the financial hardship faced by many offenders. Avon and Somerset Constabulary, in partnership … Read More

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 weston urbex tiktok safety youth police abandoned exploration antisocial risk

A growing TikTok trend involving the exploration of abandoned buildings has raised significant safety alarms in Weston-super-Mare. Avon and Somerset Police have reported multiple incidents of groups of young people breaking … Read More

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 budgens somerset wells alcohol licensing residents noise antisocial petrolstation crime

A Budgens store in Wells, Somerset, will now be able to sell alcohol around the clock, despite significant concerns from nearby residents about potential noise, crime, and rowdy behavior. The store, located inside the Esso … Read More

Monday, September 15, 2025 crime vandalism antisocial policing community reporting travellers burnham-on-sea highbridge safety

Avon and Somerset Police have called on residents to report every incident, no matter how minor, following an increase in anti-social behaviour, theft, vandalism, and unauthorised traveller encampments in Burnham-on-Sea and … Read More

Friday, August 22, 2025 somerset bridgwater police closure antisocial drugabuse nuisance community safety housing

A flat in Bridgwater’s Wyndham Mews, Silver Street, has been shut down following 18 months of drug-related anti-social behaviour that severely disrupted neighbours’ lives. On Wednesday, August 20, Taunton Magistrates’ Court … Read More

Thursday, August 14, 2025 ilfracombe devon seaside tourism housing victorian highstreet antisocial community regeneration

Ilfracombe, a picturesque seaside town in North Devon, is renowned for its stunning beaches, scenic coastal paths, and iconic landmarks such as Damian Hirst’s Bronze Verity sculpture. On the surface, it thrives as a tourist … Read More

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 somerset glastonbury council eviction zigzagbuilding planning enforcement antisocial pspo community

Somerset Council faces criticism and the risk of becoming a “laughing stock” if it fails to evict residents living in the disused Zig Zag Building in Glastonbury, according to local Conservative councillor Susannah Hart. The … Read More

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 somerset council glastonbury zigzagbuilding enforcement planning antisocial pspo eviction community

Somerset Council risks becoming a “laughing stock” if it fails to remove residents living in the disused Zig Zag Building in Glastonbury, warns local Conservative councillor Susannah Hart. The Zig Zag Building, located on … Read More

Sunday, July 20, 2025 youths somerset vandalism animalabuse antisocial crime investigation peasedown wildlife police

A group of teenage boys, reportedly as young as 14, are causing unrest in the Somerset village of Peasedown St John. Over recent weeks, residents have reported alarming incidents ranging from animal abuse to widespread … Read More

Sunday, July 20, 2025 trowbridge crime antisocial violence policing community regeneration cctv youth safety

Nestled in Wiltshire, close to the Somerset border, the market town of Trowbridge is renowned for its scenic parks and historic charm. However, in recent times, the town has faced growing challenges with crime and anti-social … Read More

Thursday, July 17, 2025 bath drug crime closure police antisocial business tourism housing safety

Authorities have shut down a flat at Abbey Green Courtyard in Bath after nearly nine years of persistent issues involving drug dealing, violence, and noise disturbances. Located in the heart of one of Britain’s most … Read More

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 police closure drugs antisocial behaviour bath community crime neighbourhood law

Police have shuttered a flat in central Bath after ongoing drug use and anti-social behaviour severely disrupted the local community. On July 14, Bath Magistrates' Court granted a three-month closure order for the property in … Read More

Saturday, July 12, 2025 antisocial behaviour bath kingsmead police dispersal community safety banes order

Residents in Bath’s Kingsmead Square have recently endured significant antisocial behaviour, prompting local authorities to take decisive action. In response to ongoing disturbances, the police have issued a dispersal order … Read More