Pilgrims with Ightham

Nuisance motorbikes.

Officers continue to tackle nuisance motorcycle activity within the parish through targeted patrols in areas where concerns have been reported.

Local officers are working closely with residents and landowners to gather information and identify those responsible. CCTV, dashcam footage and other evidence are also being reviewed to help build a clearer picture of offending and support investigations.

Where sufficient evidence is available, enforcement action will be taken. This may include identifying offenders, issuing warnings or pursuing prosecutions where appropriate.

Residents are encouraged to continue reporting incidents and providing any footage or information they may have. Information from the public plays an important role in helping officers identify those involved and take action to reduce antisocial behaviour and improve safety within the community

Road safety.

Road safety remains a priority, and officers continue to carry out proactive patrols in response to concerns about speeding and driving standards raised by residents.

During these patrols, a number of vehicles have been stopped and drivers spoken to where concerns have been identified. Alongside enforcement, officers provide road safety advice and education to encourage safer driving.

Where offences are detected, enforcement action is taken. This may include the issuing of a Traffic Offence Report, which is a formal report used when a driver is suspected of committing a road traffic offence.

This balanced approach aims to improve driver behaviour, reduce risks on the road network and reassure the community that road safety concerns are being actively addressed.

Antisocial behaviour - general.

Officers have increased high-visibility patrols in areas where antisocial behaviour has been reported, helping to deter offending and provide reassurance to local residents.

Officers continue to work closely with schools, partner agencies and specialist youth teams to identify those involved and understand the factors contributing to their behaviour. This partnership approach helps ensure that issues are addressed at an early stage wherever possible.

Where individuals are identified, a range of measures may be used, including advice, support and diversionary activities designed to encourage positive behaviour. Where necessary, enforcement action may also be taken. This can include Community Protection Warnings and Community Protection Notices, which are formal measures used to tackle behaviour that is having a negative impact on the local community.

By working together with partners and the community, officers aim to prevent further incidents, reduce the impact of antisocial behaviour and help keep the parish a safe place to live and visit.