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Police impose dispersal order in Gorseinon after rise in anti‑social behaviour
A Section 35 order was authorised on Thursday afternoon, giving officers extra powers to move people on if they are causing harassment, alarm or distress. The order covers a wide area of Gorseinon and will remain in force from 4pm until midnight.
Police say the dispersal zone stretches across the centre of Gorseinon, running from the ALDI and ASDA end of town, across Parc Melyn Mynach and up towards Gorseinon Hospital, before looping around Parc y Werin. The order covers the main routes and gathering spots where officers say problems have been concentrated in recent weeks.
South Wales Police said the decision follows several weeks of problems in the town, particularly on Thursday evenings, with reports ranging from nuisance behaviour to more serious incidents.
Sergeant Molly Llewellyn, South Wales Police, said the behaviour seen recently “will not be tolerated” and urged parents to make sure they know where their children are tonight.
“We have seen an increase in anti‑social behaviour and criminal activity in and around the area on Thursday evenings. This type of behaviour will not be tolerated. We are appealing to parents and guardians to ensure they know where their children are and what they are doing, and to help us keep our community safe,” she said.
She added that officers will be out in greater numbers throughout the evening to reassure residents and clamp down on disorder.
“There will be increased visibility from the Neighbourhood Policing Team to disrupt this type of behaviour, provide reassurance, and help build trust and confidence within the community.”
The force has published a map showing the full area covered by the dispersal zone.
Map showing the Gorseinon dispersal zone, stretching from the ALDI and ASDA end of town across Parc Melyn Mynach, Gorseinon Hospital and Parc y Werin. #antiSocialBehaviour #antisocialBehaviour #featured #Gorseinon #section35DispersalOrder #SouthWalesPolice
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Man playing country music out loud from his phone on the bus.
I hope he gets home to discover that his dog won't hunt, his truck won't start, his wife has run off with the pastor after draining every last drop of liquor in the house, and that he can't even shoot himself because his gun is jammed.
#Bus #EverydayAnnoyances #AntisocialBehaviour #CountryMusic #PublicTransport #MassTransit
Police hope Lichfield city centre dispersal order will prevent anti-social behaviour by groups of young people
Nearly 5,000 body-worn cameras being used by railway staff http://dlvr.it/TQfqff #Antisocialbehaviour #BritishTransportPolice #c2c
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Police granted extra powers after antisocial behaviour at two Llanelli retail parks
A dispersal order has been authorised for Parc Trostre and Parc Pemberton, giving officers the ability to remove anyone causing — or likely to cause — harassment, alarm or distress. The order came into force at 12pm today (17 January) and will remain in place until 12am on Monday 19 January.
Crackdown follows rise in trouble around shops and fast‑food outlets
The move follows a rise in reports of groups causing trouble around major stores and fast‑food outlets, including Tesco, Morrisons and McDonald’s. Police say the behaviour has escalated in recent days, prompting the need for tougher measures to protect shoppers and staff.
Under the order, officers can instruct people to leave the area immediately and can seize any property suspected of being used to cause antisocial behaviour. Anyone who refuses to comply risks arrest.
Police: ‘We will not tolerate this behaviour’
A Dyfed‑Powys Police spokesperson said:
“We have seen an increase in antisocial behaviour around the Trostre and Pemberton retail parks over the past week.
“The dispersal order gives officers additional powers to deal swiftly with anyone causing, or likely to cause, harassment, alarm or distress.
“We will not tolerate behaviour that impacts businesses, staff or members of the public.”
Shoppers say behaviour has become ‘shocking’
Regular visitors to the retail parks say the situation has been deteriorating for weeks.
Mandy Tucker said the behaviour around McDonald’s had become “beyond” acceptable, adding that the abuse aimed at security staff was “totally unacceptable”.
Rita Coughlin, who was shopping with her two children, described being struck by toilet paper thrown by a group of boys inside Tesco.
“It was quite a shock and if it wasn’t me they hit it could’ve been worse,” she said. “What these youngsters do nowadays near Tesco and McDonald’s is shocking.”
Nadine Cole Jenkins, who uses a wheelchair, said the atmosphere had become frightening.
“It’s very scary for myself and my children who support me. It’s not nice — very upsetting.”
Others reported disruption inside shops.
Sian Peel said staff in B&M were being left to deal with “shocking” behaviour.
“They hang around by the entrance on their bikes and the language is shocking. They are in and out of the store causing disruption.”
Louise Richards said staff at McDonald’s looked “deflated” after dealing with large groups causing trouble.
“The parents of those kids should be utterly ashamed.”
Jo Jo added that many parents would be “shocked” if they saw how their children were behaving.
Order covers key shopping hotspots
The dispersal zone includes:
Police are urging anyone who witnesses antisocial behaviour to report it via the force website, by emailing 101@dyfed‑powys.police.uk or calling 101. Always dial 999 in an emergency.
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In the last three months alone, the ASB team has issued ten community protection warnings and notices to tenants causing nuisance to neighbours and the wider community. Anyone who ignores these notices risks being hit with a fixed penalty fine.
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The council says it is combining tough enforcement with early intervention, working with Dyfed‑Powys Police on joint patrols in hotspot areas and offering mediation and support to resolve issues before they escalate.
But officers say they will not hesitate to act when behaviour becomes persistent, serious or harmful — especially when it affects vulnerable residents in council homes.
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Cllr Emlyn Schiavone, Cabinet Member for Homes, said the latest results show the council is prepared to take firm action to protect communities.
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“These results show the real impact our anti‑social behaviour team is having across Carmarthenshire. They are stepping in quickly, protecting vulnerable residents and taking firm action where behaviour crosses the line.
“People have a right to feel safe in their council homes and in their communities. We will not allow a small number of tenants to make life miserable for their neighbours.
“By combining strong enforcement with meaningful support, we’re sending a clear message: anti‑social behaviour will not be tolerated in Carmarthenshire.”
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Surely we want to PREVENT crime, and prevent lives being harmed, don't we Kemi and Wes? Or is that just too much thinking about other people for you two to tolerate?
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Noisy Pembroke Dock neighbour hit with Criminal Behaviour Order after court clash
Paul McNally of Laws Street appeared before Haverfordwest Magistrates Court on November 19 where he admitted breaching a Community Protection Notice served by Pembrokeshire County Council.
Magistrates heard how McNally repeatedly thumped his ceiling and hurled expletives at the tenant above, causing “significant alarm and distress.” He falsely claimed he was retaliating to noise from the flat upstairs — but council evidence showed the neighbour was simply carrying out everyday tasks like running taps or flushing the toilet.
Evidence caught on noise app
Complaints were logged with the council and backed up by recordings from The NoiseApp and sound monitoring equipment.
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What is a Criminal Behaviour Order?
Definition:
A Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) is a court order designed to stop persistent offenders from causing harassment, alarm or distress.
When it can be imposed:
Only after someone has been convicted of a criminal offence. The court must be satisfied the offender’s behaviour has caused, or is likely to cause, nuisance or distress.
What it does:
A CBO can prohibitrequire
Duration:
Orders can last for a fixed period or indefinitely, depending on the seriousness of the behaviour.
Breaches:
Breaking a CBO is a criminal offence. It can lead to fines or a custodial sentence.
Background:
CBOs replaced Anti‑Social Behaviour Orders (ASBOs) in England and Wales in 2014 as the main tool to tackle repeat nuisance behaviour.
Criminal Behaviour Order imposed
Magistrates imposed a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) designed to stop further noise and abuse. Any breach will be referred back to court and could result in a custodial sentence.
Cllr Jacob Williams said:
“A Community Protection Notice is a formal legal notice that can be issued by councils to curb this sort of nuisance behaviour, which can have an awful impact on people’s quality of life.
Unfortunately the CPN in this case was not complied with, so the authority was left with no option but to take the matter to court. The result is a conviction, coming at a significant cost to the defendant, which wouldn’t have happened had the CPN been followed.”
What it means for residents
The case highlights how councils can use legal powers to tackle persistent anti‑social behaviour in communities. For neighbours, it means protection from harassment and noise — and for offenders, the risk of fines or even prison if they refuse to comply.
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Police issue dispersal order across Bridgend town centre to tackle youth anti-social behaviour
The order, which came into effect at 6pm on Friday 21 November, will remain in place until 6pm on Sunday 23 November. It gives officers enhanced powers under Section 35 of the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 to direct individuals aged 10 to 17 to leave the designated area if they are causing, or are likely to cause, harassment, alarm or distress.
The area covered by the order includes key parts of the town centre, as shown on the police-issued map, with boundaries stretching past Bridgend Bus Station, Brewery Field, and several retail and leisure sites.
Map issued by South Wales Police showing the dispersal zone in Bridgend town centre, in effect from 6pm Friday 21 November to 6pm Sunday 23 November 2025.Police Sergeant Myfanwy Beaumont said:
“We do not tolerate anti-social behaviour. Our officers will have an increased presence in the area, and they won’t hesitate to utilise the powers granted to them to ensure the safety of our community. We encourage parents and guardians to talk to those they care for, urging them to steer clear of any involvement in anti-social activities.”
The dispersal order follows reports of disruptive behaviour in the town centre and aims to prevent further incidents over the weekend.
South Wales Police are urging residents to report any concerns or incidents via 101 or their online reporting channels.
#antiSocialBehaviour #antisocialBehaviour #bridgend #bridgendTownCentre #dispersalOrder #southWalesPolice
@aSweetGentleman not just me then. I just took a lunchtime walk in suburban Sheffield and I could hear w@nk5rs with leaf blowers for 15/40 minutes. #sheffield #leafblower #antisocialbehaviour #NoisePollution
Police seize five motorcycles linked to anti‑social behaviour in Gorseinon
Bikes found hidden in woodland
The Gorseinon Neighbourhood Policing Team confirmed they had located five motorcycles hidden in woodland near the town. Officers believe the vehicles are connected to recent reports of anti‑social behaviour in the area.
All five motorcycles have now been seized, with enquiries ongoing to establish their identity and ownership.
Police statement
In a post on social media, South Wales Police said:
“The Gorseinon Neighbourhood Policing Team have located five motorcycles concealed within local woodland. All the motorcycles have been seized by the Police. Enquiries are now ongoing to establish the identity of the motorcycles and their owners. These are believed to be the motorcycles that have been the cause of anti‑social behaviour within Gorseinon over recent months.”
Community impact
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