Tackling anti-social behaviour in Aberdeen
Officers have been working with Aberdeen City Council and partners such as Tesco in innovative solutions to tackle anti-social behaviour in our communities.
Members of the Community Planning Aberdeen (CPA) board joined officers on patrol during the evening of Thursday, 11 May to see work being undertaken throughout the city.
They discussed the types of anti-social behaviour associated calls experienced in the city and the approaches taken by Police Scotland, the Community Safety Partnership and Community Planning Aberdeen to address and reduce them in the short and longer term.
CPA Board Member, Councillor Miranda Radley said: “ I am delighted that the partnership’s constituent organisations including the council and Police Scotland are working with our communities across the city, further supported by Tesco in Sheddocksley, in tackling the problems associated with anti-social behaviour.
"I am particularly pleased that the solutions we have devised ensure that children and young people join other stakeholders in our communities in having a central role in helping reduce anti-social behaviour.”
"I am particularly pleased that the solutions we have devised ensure that children and young people join other stakeholders in our communities in having a central role in helping reduce anti-social behaviour.”
Chief Inspector Darren Bruce said: “We are acutely aware of the disruptive effect that anti-social behaviour has on any community.
“Local officers are working closely with partners including Aberdeen City Council to address these issues and find meaningful solutions to direct our young people away from harmful behaviours. Some innovative solutions can be seen across the city including collaboration with Tesco in the Sheddocksley area of Aberdeen.
"Having young people, Police, Aberdeen City Council and Tesco come together and design a safe space where activities can take place has been such a successful project to be involved in. Young people have taken ownership of the design, build and running of this space. Not only giving them important life skills but it has given them confidence in their own abilities and pride for their area. Where work such as this has taken place in our city, we have seen huge reductions in harmful behaviours.
"Having young people, Police, Aberdeen City Council and Tesco come together and design a safe space where activities can take place has been such a successful project to be involved in. Young people have taken ownership of the design, build and running of this space. Not only giving them important life skills but it has given them confidence in their own abilities and pride for their area. Where work such as this has taken place in our city, we have seen huge reductions in harmful behaviours.
He added: "We recognise that different approaches need to be taken and within Aberdeen City Centre, Aberdeen City Council, Police, Aberdeen Inspired and local businesses continue to address anti-social behaviour there. Dedicated patrols are carried out in the area, with officers providing reassurance to the community as well as engaging with young people and discouraging antisocial behaviour.
"It is worth stressing that the vast majority of young people do not come to the attention of police but we know that a small minority do sometimes become involved in anti-social behaviour and their actions can have a negative impact on the lives of local residents.
"We are committed to encouraging people away from this kind of behaviour but will take appropriate action where incidents are reported and offenders identified.
"Anyone who has concerns about anti-social behaviour in their area is encouraged to contact police by calling 101 as promptly as possible."
