The 2026 #asb12 conference:
a new dawn
Bringing together housing and community safety professionals from across the sector, #ASB12 will explore the future of ASB practice, partnership working and sector change through practical insight, honest discussion and real-world learning.
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#ASB12...
Change is coming to housing and community safety...
Change is coming for everyone working in ASB. The Crime & Policing Act, increasing case complexity, and growing expectations around professionalism, partnership working and early intervention are all reshaping the sector.
#ASB12 will bring together professionals from housing, policing, local authorities, law and the third sector for a day of practical insight, sector discussion and future-focused thinking. Featuring highly respected voices from across the industry, the conference will explore both the challenges shaping the sector now and the opportunities ahead.
Practical Discussions. Real Connections.
#ASB12 is designed to be more than a conference. Across the day, delegates will take part in interactive workshops, panel discussions, live debate and networking opportunities designed to encourage honest conversations, practical learning and meaningful sector connection. Whether you are looking for new ideas, shared experiences or valuable professional relationships, the day is built to keep the conversation moving long after the event ends.
"This is one of the few sector events where you leave with practical ideas you can actually use, not just a notebook full of theory!"
Lee Isherwood, 2025 Attendee.
POSITIVE FEEDBACK
"Informative & Interactive..."
“I have attended a number of G&B ASB Associates training courses/events and I find they are very informative and interactive. Janine engages her audience with practical learning which is always extremely useful. Janine clearly knows her stuff and she is open to any queries.”
ASB Team Manager
Local Authority ASB Team
the programme
09.15 - Registration
We’re committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone attending today. If there’s anything you need to help you participate fully, whether that’s access, communication support, or a quiet space, please let a member of the team know prior to attending and then just let us know who you are at registration.
Everyone belongs here. Let’s make the day work for each other.
10.00 - Welcome
A warm welcome from our Chair Matt Baird and Partner Janine Green will open #ASB12 with reflections on the changing ASB landscape, the challenges facing frontline practitioners and the key themes shaping the day ahead.
10.15 - From Evidence to Enforcement: Using Closure Powers Effectively
Speakers: Kuljit Bhogal KC & Jo Grimshaw
This highly practical session will take delegates through the full process of obtaining and managing Closure Orders, combining legal requirements, statutory guidance, case law and frontline best practice.
The session will break down each stage of the process, including evidence gathering, consultation, drafting notices, managing proceedings and enforcing orders, helping delegates build confidence in using the powers effectively and lawfully.
With updates arising from the Crime and Policing Act, the session will also explore what practitioners need to change, review or strengthen within their existing processes. Delegates will leave with practical frameworks, example approaches and tools they can apply directly within their own organisations.
11.05 - Sponsor Spotlight - LBL SKills
Hear from our sponsor LBL Skills.
11.20 - BREAK
11.35 - Exploitation in Practice: Risk, Vulnerability and Intervention
Speaker: Dr Grace Hamilton, Black Box Consultancy
The Crime and Policing Act introduces important new powers relating to exploitation, including extended Closure Powers, the criminalisation of cuckooing and new Youth Diversion Orders.
However, effectively responding to exploitation requires more than understanding legislation alone. Practitioners must also recognise the complex realities, vulnerabilities and patterns that sit behind these cases.
In this session, Dr Grace Robinson will explore the practical challenges associated with identifying and managing exploitation, alongside the opportunities and responsibilities created by the new powers. Drawing on case reviews, frontline learning and emerging practice, delegates will leave with greater confidence in recognising risk, understanding vulnerability and responding effectively within partnership settings.
12.15 - Environmental Crime and Community Safety: New Powers, Practical Responses
Speaker: Sarah Bradley – Consilium Training & Support
Environmental crime continues to have a significant impact on communities, neighbourhood confidence and perceptions of safety, placing increasing pressure on organisations to respond effectively and collaboratively.
This session will explore the strengthened powers introduced through the Crime and Policing Act alongside practical approaches to tackling environmental crime in operational settings. Delegates will gain insight into current challenges, enforcement tools, partnership working and examples of effective practice from across the sector.
The session will also consider the growing expectations placed on social landlords and community safety partners in maintaining safe, clean and well-managed neighbourhoods.
12.50 - Sponsor Spotlight - Remington Hall
Hear from our sponsor Remington Hall
13.00 - Lunch
14.00 - Making Respect Orders Work: Processes, Powers and Practical Application
Speakers: Janine Green & Lindsay Felstead – Clarke Willmott Solicitors
With the introduction of Respect Orders through the Crime and Policing Act, practitioners will need clear and legally robust processes in place to ensure the powers are used effectively and proportionately.
This practical session will explore the full lifecycle of a Respect Order, from case suitability and evidence gathering through to drafting conditions, managing orders and responding to breaches.
Delegates will also explore the new legislative requirements surrounding risk assessments and written warnings, leaving the session with practical tools, operational insight and example documentation to support implementation within day-to-day ASB case management.
15.00 - Break
15.15 - Accessibility in ASB Practice: Creating Inclusive Services That Work
Panel Chair: Matt Baird
Panellists: Ben Hunt – CMSG Home of the React App, Warren Griffiths – Housing Officer, Kirsty Varley – MSB solicitors, Vicky Readymarcher – Northumbria OPCC.
Ensuring ASB services are accessible, inclusive and responsive is essential to achieving fair and effective outcomes for victims and communities.
This panel session will explore the practical, operational and legal considerations involved in making ASB services more accessible, particularly for neurodivergent individuals and those requiring additional support or reasonable adjustments.
Bringing together perspectives from housing, policing, legal practice and technology, the discussion will examine barriers faced by victims, emerging research, examples of effective practice and the role organisations play in creating services that people can engage with confidently and safely.
Delegates will leave with greater understanding of both the legal framework and the practical changes that can improve accessibility within frontline ASB case management.
16.00 - Closing Reflections
The closing reflections from Chair Matt Baird and Partner Katy Anderson. A final opportunity to reflect on the key themes, learning and discussions from the day, alongside thanks to speakers, delegates, sponsors and partners who contributed to #ASB12.
Meet Our Sponsors
Clarke Willmott is a leading law firm with a strong reputation built on genuine client relationships and exceptional people. Offering expert advice and support on a broad range of complex legal services to individuals and businesses based in the UK and overseas.
REACT is the product of choice for 100’s of organisations across the UK and Ireland for the management of all forms of community safety concerns. Developed over many years with the feedback and help of hundreds of organisations and thousands of real case officers.
Established in 1996, Remington Hall is a firm of Intelligence Specialists. The multi-skilled team consists of experienced, determined and focused professionals working for housing providers, directly for governmental departments & agencies providing a range of services.
LBL Skills is a trusted training provider with a passion for helping individuals and organisations reach their full potential. Known for their practical, high-quality courses, LBL Skills supports professional development across housing, enforcement, and public service sectors.
The Social Housing Round Table is a sector-led network committed to open, honest conversations about the future of housing. Bringing together professionals from across the UK, it provides a space to explore challenges, share practical insights, and influence change.
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