Get Booked Onto The Drafting A S8 Notice Of Seeking Possession Training and Other News…
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New Live Training Event - Drafting A S8 Notice Of Seeking Possession – 18th April – Online
Unlock your expertise with our Section 8 Notice Drafting Course, led by experienced Solicitor and Legal Director, Amy Stirton. Tailored for frontline practitioners, ASB/Community safety teams, Neighbourhood Teams, Rent Teams, and In-House legal teams, this course delves deep into the intricacies of the Notice of Seeking Possession, guiding you through the drafting process with precision and clarity.
Learn how to accurately draft Notices, understand the full range of Grounds for Possession, and navigate the S.8 Notice process effectively. Gain practical experience and templates to bolster your skills. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your proficiency and safeguard your organization’s reputation. Enrol now to become a skilled Section 8 Notice drafter!
Our Next Webinar Has Reached Over 400 Enrolments – Secure Your Free Place
There is still time to enrol in our upcoming webinar – over 400 have already signed up for the latest insights into vulnerability in the Social Housing Sector. We will share examples of how customer relationships have been successfully managed, demonstrate compliance and how to work collaboratively with other partner agencies to facilitate support. We will be joined by Registered Housing Providers, ASB Specialists and Governance Solicitors to explore how we respond to vulnerabilities throughout the Social Housing Sector when investigating reports of ASB.
Other Updates
Glowing Praise For Our Police Training Initiatives
We’re thrilled to share our recent feedback from Wiltshire Police from our recent police training initiatives…
“The feedback from off my team was that they found it really informative and really enjoyed it. You don’t always get that feedback from training!!!”
Collaborating with key partners from Wiltshire Police, Staffordshire Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner and West Mercia Police, our comprehensive sessions have been covering crucial topics such as Anti-Social Behaviour management, advanced case principles, and partnership working.
The overwhelmingly positive feedback underscores the impact of these efforts on operational effectiveness and community engagement. We are keen to expand out this impactful training to more authorities, so please do reach out to us to discuss a consultation on your organisations needs.
National Debt Awareness Week – The Opportunity To Highlight Financial Anti-Social Behaviour
This week is Debt Awareness Week – and we thought this would be an ideal opportunity to highlight the increasingly prevalent issue of financial ASB. With the latest case outcome in Rotheram demonstrating that ASB tools can provide effective interventions when it comes to financial ASB, we have created a new article that discusses the topic
Other ASB News
Legal Precedence and Procedural Clarity: Insights from Swindon BC v Abrook Court of Appeal Decision on ASBIs
The recent Court of Appeal case of Swindon BC v Abrook highlights the importance of adhering to statutory tests in granting Anti-Social Behaviour Injunctions (ASBIs). The judgment underscores the necessity for clear evidence demonstrating the actual or likely effect of behaviour on victims, rather than relying on general assertions.
Lady Justice Elisabeth Laing emphasised that distinctions like “aggressive” versus “passive” begging are not helpful and should not replace the statutory test. Moreover, the court must ensure that it is both just and convenient to grant the injunction to prevent anti-social behaviour. The case also reinforces the need for caution in granting powers of arrest and adherence to proper procedures, especially regarding without notice applications.
Janine’s thoughts: This decision tells us that when dealing with ASBIs, it’s crucial to provide clear evidence showing how someone’s actions affect others. We can’t just rely on general statements. The court also emphasised that decisions should be fair and reasonable, considering whether it’s really necessary to impose restrictions to prevent anti-social behaviour. Additionally, it highlighted the importance of following proper procedures, especially when applying for injunctions without giving prior notice.
If you are attending the Kent ASB Conference today then you may see us there – Darren is delivering a key note on the ASB Action Plan and is looking forward to sharing the latest insights on making these as effective as possible for practitioners. Do come and say Hi if you are there!
As always we hope this weekly update provides you with a helpful insight into the world of ASB. Don’t forget to get booked onto our new training event if you need support with drafting an S8 notice of seeking possession…
Janine & Darren