ASB Awareness Week – A Practical Guide to the Closure Order

On Thursday Darren was joined by solicitor Paul Gorton from Stockport Metropolitan Council to deliver a clear and practical session on the use of Closure Orders where they unpacked the legislation, legal tests and real-life application in detail.

They walked through the full process, from issuing a Closure Notice through to what happens after the order is made, covering:

• How to evidence a case using the civil standard of proof
• When and how Partial Closure Orders can be used, especially in exploitation or cuckooing cases
• What to consider when the closure period ends, including follow-on action and support for victims
• The link between Closure Orders and possession proceedings, including key timings and notice requirements

This was a focused, step-by-step guide aimed at helping practitioners feel more confident navigating closure powers in practice – especially where there are delays, sensitivities, or uncertainty around who takes the lead.