Citation

Wigzell A. Safer Communities 2014; 13(2): 73-82.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2014, Emerald Group Publishing)

DOI

10.1108/SC-09-2013-0019

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

PURPOSE - The purpose of this paper is to explore the anti-social behaviour (ASB) measures for under-18s contained in the Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Bill, examining how they differ from the current ASB framework and their likely implications for young people and society.

DESIGN/METHODOLOGY/APPROACH - The paper is based on desk-based research of the proposed and existing ASB measures. It also draws on the author's experience as a parliamentary campaigner on the Bill for the Standing Committee for Youth Justice.

FINDINGS - The paper finds that there is little difference in the substance of the proposed and existing ASB measures for under-18s. The key change of note is that the new powers will be easier and quicker to obtain, which is likely to be particularly counterproductive for children and young people.

ORIGINALITY/VALUE - This paper will be valuable to practitioners seeking to understand the new ASB proposals and their likely implications for practice and society.