A new approach to tackling antisocial behaviour is being rolled out across the Stroud district. 

Housing, environmental health and community officers from Stroud District Council will be working with communities this week to raise awareness of the council’s new approach to tackling Antisocial Behaviour, also known as ASB.

Last month, councillors approved the council’s new Antisocial Behaviour Policy which put victims at the heart of its work in this area.

The new policy identifies four key areas: prevention, early identification, supported intervention and enforcement.

Head of community services, Angela Gillingham said it was about putting the focus on the victim: “We know ASB comes in many forms and that things regarded as low-level can still have a devastating impact on the person living through it.

"This new approach ensures the victim’s voices is heard and we want to make sure that that continues as we develop these plans further.

"We want people to feel confident that they can report ASB and that the council and its partners will work hard to sort it.”

Chair of the community services and licencing committee, Cllr Beki Aldam said this new approach will play a crucial part in future plans. 

She said: “Antisocial behaviour has been a priority for both the council and the Community Safety Partnership in our district.

"Going forward this new approach aims to encourage people to report ASB, support them in the process and ensure they are part of the conversation.”

As part of Antisocial Behaviour Awareness Week 2024, both Community Wardens and Housing Officers will be in the communities, talking to residents and tenants about how they can report ASB and how the council can help them.

They will also have information about how people can report ASB and what will happen once we receive that information.