ASB Awareness Week: New Resources from the Housing Ombudsman, Rochdale Case Study and more…
In this weeks update:
- Rochdale Case Study
- ASB Awareness Week – New Resources For You
- Independent Sentencing Review
Transforming Communities: Lessons from Rochdale’s Freehold Estate
Last week, we shared the story of how a community-led approach transformed Rochdale’s Freehold Estate, addressing ASB and organised crime. We’ve had the privilege of collaborating with Detective Superintendent Andy Farrell from The National Police Chiefs Council to explore the strategies behind this success and the lessons it offers for those tackling similar challenges. This partnership highlights the power of collaboration and innovation in creating safer, stronger communities. Read the full article:
ASB Awareness Week – Explore all new resources and take advantage of a special offer on Janine's book!
New Resources From The Housing Ombudsman
The Housing Ombudsman’s new ASB resource hub offers guidance for landlords and residents, highlighting best practices and expectations for handling ASB complaints. It includes fresh insights through factsheets, case studies, reports, and podcasts, providing practical tools for managing ASB effectively. To access the latest resources please click here
Free Webinar Replay
To watch the replay from our free webinar held this week, where we were discussing the latest outcomes from the Housing Ombudsman and what it means for you, then we have made the recording available to all. To watch, you can access the replay here:
ASB Resolve Report
Launched this week, Resolve’s “Making Communities Safer” report explores the challenges of underreported ASB and barriers to action. With practical solutions such as faster justice, better victim support, and stronger collaboration, it offers valuable insights for anyone looking to support safer communities. You can access the report by clicking here
Half-Price Offer: Janine’s Essential Guide to Managing ASB
For a limited time, Effective Anti-Social Behaviour Case Management Principles, written by our partner Janine is available at half price! This essential guide is packed with practical tools and expert strategies for managing ASB effectively, making it a must-read for housing professionals and community leaders. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from Janine’s expertise and make a real difference in creating safer communities – get your copy while the offer lasts!
Have Your Say
Call for Evidence: Shaping Sentencing Policies
The Independent Sentencing Review has been launched, calling for input from relevant professionals to shape recommendations aimed at preventing prison overcrowding and emergency releases. They are seeking evidence on topics relevant to community and custodial sentencing, offender rehabilitation, and the needs of victims, with a focus on addressing ASB and improving community safety outcomes. Professionals are encouraged to contribute ambitious, innovative ideas and share best practices to influence future sentencing policies. This could be a great opportunity to contribute to future policy – you can find out more via this link.
Janine & Darren’s Weekly Round Up
This week has really demonstrated the value of collaborative approaches in addressing ASB. Darren’s work on the Rochdale case study highlights how involving residents and tailoring interventions to their specific needs can lead to significant improvements in community safety. It’s a clear example of how practical, community-focused solutions can tackle even complex issues like organised crime.
On the other hand, the Housing Ombudsman’s new resources offer a fresh perspective on equipping landlords and residents with the knowledge they need to manage ASB more effectively. As part of ASB Awareness Week, we were excited to host the webinar this week, where we discussed how these tools can be applied to real-world situations. Check out the replay link above if you want to access the replay. We’ve covered a lot of ground in the past week – let us know what your key takeaways are from all of the new resources available!
Have a great week,
Janine & Darren