Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPO)
A public spaces protection order (PSPO) is designed to stop individuals or groups behaving anti-socially in a public space to protect the quality of life of those in the area.
The PSPO places rules on a public space and can either require or restrict certain behaviour in that area. They're used in areas where specific behaviour is having a negative effect on people who use that space. For example, a PSPO might require dogs to be kept on a lead at all times in a certain area, or it might ban people from behaving in a certain way.
PSPOs are made available under the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 and can only be put in place by councils. However, councils must consult with affected communities and the local Police before putting a PSPO in place.
PSPOs are temporary, up to a maximum of three years. However they can be extended, following a review, for a period of three years each time.
Request a PSPO for your area
If you would like to request that the council considers a Public Spaces Protection Order to deal with a specific antisocial behaviour (ASB) or crime issue in your area, please contact us at envhealth@cheltenham.gov.uk or call 01242 264135. We will advise you on what evidence is needed to meet the legal tests and the process involved in setting up a PSPO.