Special Edition -2025 So Far: A Year of Learning, Insight and Partnership
2025 Highlights: Learning, Insight and Partnership
As we are nearly two thirds of the way through the year, we wanted to pause and reflect on everything that’s been shared, debated and built so far in 2025 following a restful Bank Holiday. From powerful case studies and groundbreaking research to thought-provoking webinars and new team beginnings, this has been a year of growth and partnership for us here at Green & Burton ASB Associates – and our sector. Let’s take a look at some of this years highlights so far, and what is to come….
Case studies that shaped our thinking
This year we’ve given space to the real-life cases that show what happens when agencies, communities and legal powers come together.
- Rochdale Freehold Estate – a powerful example of community resilience, where residents and partners worked side by side to tackle entrenched ASB and reclaim their neighbourhood. Read the full case study here.
- Newcastle Closure Orders – demonstrating how targeted enforcement, backed by strong partnership, can disrupt persistent offenders and give residents the breathing space to feel safe again. Follow their journey and outcome here.
- Liverpool Closure Orders – highlighting how decisive action, underpinned by community support, can shift the balance and restore confidence in local responses. Find out more here.
- The Solace Model For A Victim First Approach – as national policy drives improvements in victim support, we spotlighted the work of Solace in Gloucestershire, a partnership that has long championed a victim-first approach. Their model shows how early intervention, proactive enforcement, and multi-agency collaboration can reduce repeat victimisation and restore safety. Read the full story here.
Each case study has offered practical lessons for practitioners and underlined why collaboration is key to lasting impact.
Sharing insight through research
This year we’ve featured a wide range of research that has pushed thinking and informed practice across the sector. Highlights have included:
- Civil powers in practice – examining how enforcement tools are being used on the ground, and the balance between strengths and challenges in an enforcement-led approach.
- County lines and exploitation – drawing on both UK and international studies into serious youth violence and the public health approaches being trialled to reduce harm.
- Language and victim trust – research exploring how the words practitioners use can either build or erode confidence.
- Crime and Policing Bill – parliamentary research into its likely impact and implications for ASB work.
- Cuckooing study – the University of Leeds project led by Dr Laura Bainbridge, producing toolkits, awareness campaigns and even virtual reality training to support frontline staff.
- Home Office study – new analysis of the risk and protective factors linked to ASB, helping to shape future interventions and prevention strategies.
These are just a sample of the studies we’ve highlighted in 2025. Each one demonstrates that research is not simply theoretical – it is actively shaping awareness campaigns, professional practice, and frontline prevention. To access all previous editions of our newsletter you can find them all on our website.
Spotlight on ASB Awareness Week
One of the standout moments of the year was ASB Awareness Week, where we hosted five free expert-led events tackling some of the most pressing issues in practice and policy.
Each session was designed to bring practitioners closer to the latest thinking, with practical advice and lively debate:
- Tackling ASB in Cinemas – Darren Burton, Sharon Murphy and Jess Thomas joined the UK Cinema Association to explore sector-specific challenges.
- Social Housing Round Table – Jack Madge and Sharon Murphy contributed to a wide-ranging discussion with Matt Baird and others from across the housing sector.
- Fact or Fiction? – Janine Green and Lindsay Felstead from Clarke Willmott Solicitors challenged some of the most common myths about ASB practice.
- Practical Use of the Closure Powers – Darren Burton and solicitor Paul Gorton shared insights on how housing associations can prepare for effective enforcement.
- Preparing for Respect Orders – Janine Green and Sarah Bradley from Consilium Training and Support unpacked the implications of this new civil-criminal hybrid tool.
The week also saw ASB Help launch their new Practitioner Guide, a valuable resource designed to support professionals in applying the ASB Case Review effectively.
If you missed any of the events, you can still watch the replays and access the resources here.
Learning together through webinars
In addition to the dedicated programme we hosted for ASB Awareness Week – covering everything from tackling ASB in cinemas, to closure powers, and the implications of Respect Orders – we’ve continued to bring practitioners together through focused webinars on emerging and complex issues.
Highlights have included:
- Review – Recommend – Deliver: Reflections on the ASB Case Management Process, with Darren Burton and Jon Bull.
- Cannabis and ASB in Residential Settings, led by Janine Green, with contributions from policing, housing, legal and data protection specialists. This session explored the challenges of managing reports linked to prescription cannabis use, drawing on expertise from The Cannabis Industry Council, Surrey Police, Clarke Willmott Solicitors, CP Data Protection, and ASB Help.
These discussions have not only unpacked policy but also offered practical steps practitioners can take straight away. You can access the replays and resources by clicking here.
And we’re not done yet. Next up is our Community Protection Warnings Masterclass is coming this September, a practical deep dive into how these powers can be used most effectively, led by sector specialists – partner Janine Green & Kuljit Bhogal KC.
Training and development
Alongside our webinars, we have delivered nearly 100 training sessions so far this year, equipping practitioners with the confidence, tools and up-to-date knowledge they need to tackle ASB effectively. From closure powers to case management and the use of injunctions or neighbour dispute resolution, every session has been designed to be practical, interactive and rooted in the realities of frontline practice.
The feedback has been consistently strong, with participants highlighting how the training has helped them apply learning directly to their roles. Whether supporting housing officers in building confidence with enforcement tools, or helping local authority teams embed partnership working, training has remained a core part of our year.
A year of partnership in action
It’s also been a year of growth for our team. We’ve celebrated a full year of partnership between Janine and Darren, and welcomed Aisha Akhtar to Green & Burton – strengthening our capacity to support the sector with insight, training and thought leadership.
Building momentum for the #ASB11 Conference: Partnerships in Practice
Everything we have shared this year has been building towards the one day in October where partnerships move from idea to action.
Building momentum for The #ASB11 Conference, Partnerships in Practice
Everything we have shared this year has been building towards one day in October where partnerships move from idea to action. #ASB11 is the leading national conference dedicated to anti-social behaviour, designed for practitioners who want to work better across housing, policing, legal, health and community services.
The programme brings together a unique mix of voices and perspectives, including:
- Frontline insight into the changing landscape of ASB and what it means for practice.
- Policy and legal updates, with sessions unpacking the Crime and Policing Bill and the implications for practitioners.
- Practical workshops on communication, case management, and building effective partnerships.
- Lived experience contributions, ensuring the victim voice and community perspective are central to the discussion.
- A chance to connect with peers and build professional networks throughout the day.
And at the end of the day, join us for the Charity Drinks Reception in support of The Choir With No Name – a chance to unwind, connect, and support an incredible cause.
Early bird pricing closes on 31 August 2025 – so now is the time to secure your ticket and be in the room.
This year has already shown what’s possible when knowledge is shared and partnerships are prioritised. The rest of 2025 promises even more – and we look forward to continuing the journey with you, whether we will be seeing you at The Housing Community Summit Fringe Event in Liverpool, or at one of our upcoming training sessions. We definitely hope to meet as many of you as possible in real life at the #ASB11 Conference, and to end we would like to say a huge thank you for reading, engaging, and sharing your stories through this newsletter. Your input shapes the conversations we have each week and helps us create a resource that’s grounded in real practice. We’re committed to making this space useful, relevant and inspiring for everyone working to tackle ASB.
Have a great week,
Janine & Darren