Anti-Social Behaviour

Boston Mayflower recognises that every individual is entitled to live in peace within their neighbourhood, and we are committed to tackling anti-social behaviour promptly, firmly and fairly.

Our dedicated Anti-Social Behaviour Co-ordinator Miss Susan Storr provides guidance and assistance to the Area teams and is involved in the more serious anti-social behaviour cases and any legal action we may take. 

 

So what is Anti-Social Behaviour?

 

Harrassement/Intimidation

 

Can be harassment on the grounds of gender, religion, sexual orientation, HIV/AIDS, mental health, disability, age etc. Protection from Harassment Act 1997 states that at least two acts of harassment need to occur to form an offence within the meaning of the act.

     

Racial Harassment

 

Violence, threat of violence, harassment or discrimination directed to a person or persons because of their colour or ethnic background.

    

Noise Nuisance

 

Loud music, television/radio, DIY, dog barking, shouting, door slamming etc.

 

Vandalism/Graffiti

     

Broken windows, damage to property and/or communal areas.

 

Alleged Illegal Activity

 

Storing stolen goods, theft, drug offences, burglary, prostitution, joy riding etc.

 

Domestic Violence

 

Physical, mental, sexual or financial violence ( or threat of) that takes place within the home environment.

 

Pet Nuisance

 

Fouling by dogs or cats, dangerous or noisy animals.

 

Abandoned Vehicles

 

Untaxed and/or in a dangerous condition. 

 

Untidy Areas

 

Gardens, communal areas, overgrown patches and rubbish.

 

Boundary Disputes and Access Problems

 

Fencing, hedging and right of way issues.

 

Unruly Children

 

Ball games nuisance, trespass, bad behaviour.

 

Other

 

Unauthorised use of premises, parking problems etc.

 

People experiencing anti-social behaviour will be encouraged to play a full part in action taken to deal with this. Their views will be taken into account in reaching decisions on courses of action and they will be kept informed of progress and supported during any legal proceedings that may take place.

If you wish to make a complaint regarding Anti-Social behaviour please either contact your local Area Management Team or complete our contact form.

For the purpose of our policy and procedures, we use the definition of Anti-Social Behaviour taken from the Anti-Social Behaviour Act 2003.

“Conduct which is capable of causing nuisance or annoyance to any person and directly or indirectly relates to or affects the housing management functions of the relevant landlord.”

 

“Conduct which consists of or involves using or threatening to use housing accommodation owned or managed by a relevant landlord for an unlawful purpose.”

 

If you would like to contact your Area Officer please complete the form below and click on the submit button. If you are unsure who your Area Officer is, either leave the Officer and area boxes blank, or you can use the 'Find My Area Officer' facility.