First Minister Jack McConnell has claimed that a Scottish government roadshow to publicise the powers and resources available to tackle antisocial behaviour has proved “extremely successful”.
More than 6,500 people visited the roadshow as it toured the country for three weeks in July. As a result, over 800 people have had specific cases of ASB referred to the relevant local agencies for consideration and action.
Tour
The Antisocial Behaviour Roadshow toured 15 local authorities to publicise what local agencies can do for local people. Scottish Ministers from a number of portfolios supported the tour during the three weeks. A truck had staff to answer queries from members of the public.
Ministers believe that members of the public need clear information about the new powers available and they are encouraging individuals and communities to report problems for action.
What they say
Speaking as he visited Greenock – where the roadshow began its tour – to discuss action on antisocial behaviour with those most affected, the First Minister said: "Antisocial behaviour brings misery to the lives of the law-abiding majority. We need to reintroduce respect back into communities. This roadshow has helped our Scottish government make clear it is on the side of decent, hard-working families who want to stop anti-social behaviour blighting their community. We have created the new powers and delivered extra money to tackle the problem. Now I hope everyone who visited it has come away knowing that the resources and powers are here to help them. I know more than 800 people have already taken the next step and sought the assistance of local agencies. I hope many more will follow their example.”
