CCTV Set To Be Installed At Little Bowden Rec
Written by HFM News on 1st July 2020
CCTV is set to be installed at Little Bowden Recreation Ground in a bid to help tackle anti-social behaviour.
The mobile cameras, moved to trouble-spots by Harborough Council, are one of a raft of measures aimed at tackling the issue, which led Police to implement a Dispersal Order over the weekend after serious disorder.
The Council, Police, Leicestershire Fire, and Leicestershire County Council have joined forces as part of a proactive response, which will include a multi-agency patch walk, as well as extra patrols of both police and council officers..
Police & Harborough Council enforcement teams at Little Bowden Recreation Ground
Cllr Simon Whelband, Harborough District Council’s Cabinet lead for communities, said: “The easing of the lockdown has resulted in an unprecedented increase in the use of our parks; however anti-social behaviour of any kind will not be tolerated and we are closely working with Police and local residents to address concerns and ensure that our parks remain clean, safe and hospitable places to enjoy.”
Cllr Whelband said that recent incidents were not just young people but also involved young adults, and that the Council had received messages from teenage park users condemning the behaviour of those spoiling it for others.
“Extra bins have been provided, in a bid to deal with the litter problem at the park. and fines of £150 will given out to those caught littering.
A letter is also being sent to residents, living close to the recreation ground, to update them on steps being taken.
