Castle Point: Dispersal orders to tackle anti-social behaviour
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Dispersal orders will be in place covering parts of Canvey and Benfleet this evening following reports of fireworks being set off irresponsibly.
The orders will run from 4pm today (Tuesday 5 November) until 5am on Wednesday 6 November.
The areas covered are shown on the attached maps.
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Canvey map displaying the areas covered by the order -
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Benfleet map showing the areas covered by the order -
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A closer look at the areas covered by the Benfleet dispersal order -
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A closer look at the areas covered by the Benfleet dispersal order
These orders allow us to prevent and disrupt incidents of anti-social behaviour in the district and allow others to enjoy their evenings responsibly.
Inspector David Kealy, of Castle Point Community Poling Team, said:
“We have taken this course of action to enable officers to maintain order by giving them the powers they need to deal robustly and quickly with instances of anti-social behaviour and the anti-social use of fireworks.
“We have increased and dedicated staff working for Guy Fawkes Night to ensure the public remain safe and to deal robustly with offenders.
“We want the public to enjoy this period and not be deterred by a minority of lawbreakers.”