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8:11 AM May 14, 2021
North Somerset Council has spent hundreds of pounds repairing fences and gates which have been pulled down to use for fires.
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Parks and open spaces across North Somerset have been subjected to a huge increase in littering, vandalism and damage from fires over the past year.
An increasing number of people have been flocking to beauty spots during the lockdowns, but this has led to a large number of antisocial behaviour issues and damage to property.
At Uphill Hill, North Somerset Council has spent hundreds of pounds repairing fences and gates which have been vandalised and pulled down to use for fires. They have also regularly had to clear up litter from the hill.
Abbots Pool has been closed to the public due to antisocial behaviour.
- Credit: Archant
New orders to tackle antisocial behaviour and make public spaces more welcoming in North Somerset are now in effect.
Since Thursday, two new dog control orders, those extending to cover skate parks as well as a prohibition on swimming at a nature reserve pool are now in force.
PSPOs also include dog control orders aimed at encouraging responsible dog ownership.
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The orders can be enforced by designated police officers, police community support officers (PCSOs), North Somerset Council staff and other officers authorised by the council.