Early intervention warnings

Written or verbal warnings can be very effective in stopping people behaving anti-socially. By challenging all unacceptable behaviour immediately they establish clear standards of behaviour and reinforce the message that anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated.

Warnings generally describe the behaviour observed, inform the individual that the behaviour is anti-social and unacceptable, advise them that their behaviour is being monitored and warn that there will be further enforcement action if the behaviour does not cease.

A note or record should be kept. Good practice is that the police or local authority explain to individuals, children or their parents what the problem is and the consequences of this behaviour. In many cases, awareness of the impact of the behaviour on their neighbours and the threat of further enforcement can be a sufficient deterrent for an individual to change their behaviour.

Sample Warning Letter (PDF, 20KB)