Anti-Social Behaviour
What is Anti Social Behaviour?
Anti Social Behaviour is not a crime but it is closely
associated with criminal activities. It is any behaviour which
negatively affects your quality of life or causes (or is likely to
cause) alarm or distress.
The Anti Social Behaviour etc (Scotland) Act 2004 defines it
as:
"Acting in a manner that causes or is likely to cause distress",
or "pursuing a course of conduct that causes or is likely to cause
alarm or distress to at least one person not of the same
household".
The definition also states: that the "conduct" includes speech
and must occur on at least two occasions.
Effect of Anti Social Behaviour
Ant Social Behaviour can affect everyone in the society. It
often depends on individual's perception. It can happen anywhere at
any time and is not restricted to housing estates or areas known as
"deprived". If we leave it untackled it can result in a poorer
standard of living, destroy the spirit and pride of our communities
and make people feel neglected and powerless. In long term it can
lead to degradation of some areas.
Long term anti social conduct
Anti Social Behaviour is often persistent and long term. Then it
has the greatest impact on our lives. The area where you live can
begin to show signs of degradation and neglect and people begin to
look for other accommodation. Businesses may begin to close down
resulting in financial implications for the area. Where Anti Social
Behaviour is a common issue there is a likelihood of an increase in
crime.
Anti Social Behaviour Strategy
In 2005, in response to the Scottish Government legislation,
Perth and Kinross Council in partnership with the Tayside Police
and other agencies published The Antisocial Behaviour Strategy. It
explains how we want to deal with the issue. This strategy is
reviewed annually and amended if necessary. To view the full
document click on the link on the right of the screen, or contact
Perth and Kinross Council.
Anti Social Investigations Team
The team is there to help you deal with any Anti Social
Behaviour issues. You can read more about Anti Social Investigations
Team on their website.
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