Gating the way to a cleaner Slough
Slough Borough Council continues to close the door on anti-social behaviour after placing gates at the entrance of a private alleyway in Wellesley Road to Richmond Crescent.
The gates will prevent anti-social behaviour, such as fly tipping and vandalism, by blocking access to the alleyway between Wellesley Road and Richmond Crescent.
After consultation between local residents and the council’s community safety and highways teams, along with Thames Valley Police, the gate was erected on Monday, April 7.
Kam Bhatti, community safety project officer for Slough Borough Council, said: “Reducing anti-social behaviour, crime and the fear of crime, is a clear priority for the council.
“The community safety team liaised closely with residents, and it was agreed that as an official Gating Order was not suitable at this private site, maintenance of the gates will rely on the commitment of residents.
“Gating reduces the occurrence of anti-social behaviour in alleyways, which are often used as sites for drug dealing, as well as vandalism and fly-tipping.
“Blocking the alleyway demonstrates we will not tolerate such behaviour, and will improve the quality of life for residents.”
If you know of any abandoned vehicles, fly tips or graffiti, please call the anti-social behaviour hotline on 0845 605 2222.
Slough Borough Council