Anti-Social Behaviour affects all of us

We’ve been having courageous conversations with the residents across Spalding, Sleaford and Abbey Ward, Lincoln on the topic of Anti-Social Behaviour.

The following is a summation of our findings, we encourage you to submit your own stories and thoughts too.

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“Episode 1 - The project introduction”

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Please take some time to listen to these podcasts reflection on the work involved in A Space Between over the last eighteen months.

“Episode 2 - Abbey Ward”

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Please take some time to listen to these podcasts reflection on the work involved in A Space Between over the last eighteen months.

Location

Abbey Ward

“Episode 3 - Sleaford”

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Please take some time to listen to these podcasts reflection on the work involved in A Space Between over the last eighteen months.

Location

Sleaford

“Episode 4 - Spalding”

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Please take some time to listen to these podcasts reflection on the work involved in A Space Between over the last eighteen months.

Location

Spalding

“Courageous Conversation”

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Please do take some time to watch these films that reflect the conversations we had during the time of this project and feel free to share your own stories.

“Courageous Conversations in Sleaford”

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Please do take some time to watch these films that reflect the conversations we had during the time of this project and feel free to share your own stories.

Location

Sleaford

“Spalding ASB”

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Please do take some time to watch these films that reflect the conversations we had during the time of this project and feel free to share your own stories.

Location

Spalding

How does ASB make you feel?

“Mental health affected”

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Mental health affected

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Mental Health

How does ASB make you feel?

“People don't seem to be bothered by the authority. They seem to do as they want, when they want...”

Story

People don't seem to be bothered by the authority. They seem to do as they want, when they want, where they want

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Selfishness

How does ASB make you feel?

“Sometimes these higher-up people, they haven't experienced what we've experienced....”

Story

Sometimes these higher-up people, they haven't experienced what we've experienced. They don't see what we see daily.

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Communication

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“We need more police presence”

Story

We need more police presence

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Police

What does ASB look like in your area?

“Drug taking and drug dealing 'County Lines'”

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Drug taking and drug dealing 'County Lines'

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Drugs

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“In the future, there would be no more homelessness”

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In the future, there would be no more homelessness

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Homelessness

How does ASB make you feel?

“Fed up - seeking attention”

Story

Fed up - seeking attention

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Mental Health

What does ASB look like in your area?

“- No different than anywhere else - There are crackheads”

Story

  • No different than anywhere else

  • There are 'crackheads'

  • Is ASB a hate crime?

  • Screaming in the middle of park at someone

Location

Abbey Ward

What does ASB look like in your area?

“Drugs, fights, vandalism, destruction of property, theft.”

Story

Drugs, fights, vandalism, destruction of property, theft.

Location

Sleaford

Topic

Drugs, Vandalism, Intimidation

What does ASB look like in your area?

“We've had a lot of instances of destruction, graffiti and urinating - that kind of behaviour ...”

Story

We've had a lot of instances of destruction, graffiti and urinating - that kind of behaviour isn't acceptable.

Location

Spalding

Topic

Vandalism, Gaffiti, Urinating

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“I don't like to say nought because I think I might get a SMACK back. I try to avoid it and avoid big crowds”

Story

I don't like to say nought because I think I might get a SMACK back. I try to avoid it and avoid big crowds

Location

Sleaford

Topic

Change in behaviour, Intimidation, Physical Violence

What does ASB look like in your area?

“Damage to property ie eggs thrown at building”

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Damage to property ie eggs thrown at building

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Litter, Vandalism

What does ASB look like in your area?

“Common in parks around town. Normally occurs at night or...”

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Common in parks around town.  Normally occurs at night or late evening. Makes you feel threatened.

Location

Sleaford

Topic

Intimidation, Fear

How does ASB make you feel?

“I want to feel safe at work”

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I want to feel safe at work

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Intimidation, Change in behaviour, Fear

What does ASB look like in your area?

“Secondary school kids! Group of boys following girl and shouting vile, sexual abuse at her!”

Story

Secondary school kids! Group of boys following girl and shouting vile, sexual abuse at her!

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Noise, Age-related, Verbal Violence, Sexual abuse

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“We need to block the fire exit off!”

Story

We need to block the fire exit off!

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Drugs, Litter, Intimidation, Homelessness, Fed Up, Physical Violence, Urinating, Vandalism, Verbal Violence

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“I think it should be everybody's responsibility to look after he community and the environment.”

Story

I think it should be everybody's responsibility to look after he community and the environment.

Location

Spalding

Topic

Communication

What does ASB look like in your area?

“It's behaviour that causes other others to change their lifestyle, outlook...”

Story

It's behaviour that causes other others to change their lifestyle, outlook. THREATS, INTIMIDATION, DISCOMFORT, DISTRESS

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Intimidation, Selfishness, Change in behaviour

What does ASB look like in your area?

“No different than anywhere else, but there are crackheads...”

Story

  • No different than anywhere else

  • There are 'crackheads'

  • Is ASB a hate crime?

  • Screaming in the middle of park at someone

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Drugs, Verbal Violence

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“Coming together and helping out others that are in need”

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Coming together and helping out others that are in need

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Community

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“Youth clubs should be provided”

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Youth clubs should be provided for the community so it brings people together

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Community, Age-related

What does ASB look like in your area?

“Just driving along people are more aggressive. You get a lot of abuse”

Story

Just driving along people are more aggressive. You get a lot of abuse

Location

Spalding

Topic

Verbal Violence

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“I think it's not only important for us to share experiences, but share learning...”

Story

I think it's not only important for us to share experiences, but share learning and also share solutions. Come up with ideas on how we can actually support the individuals that are causing the antisocial behaviour.

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Education, Communication

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“CCTV signage is needed”

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CCTV signage is needed

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Community

What does ASB look like in your area?

“It happens mostly in towns, cities, market places etc...”

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It happens mostly in towns, cities, market places etc. Mostly at night.

Location

Sleaford

How does ASB make you feel?

“People think it's the YMCA's fault”

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People think it's the YMCA's fault

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Education

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“I do remember from my younger years of going out, there was much more police presence...”

Story

I do remember from my younger years of going out, there was much more police presence on a Friday and Saturday night and it seemed SAFER to be out and about

Location

Sleaford

Topic

Police, Age-related

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“We need halfway houses and rehab centres in Lincoln.”

Story

We need halfway houses and rehab centres in Lincoln.

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Drugs, Homelessness

What does ASB look like in your area?

“People taking drugs and leaving their used needles on the concrete and hidden in the grass”

Story

People taking drugs and leaving their used needles on the concrete and hidden in the grass

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Drugs, Litter

What does ASB look like in your area?

“A lot of people seem to be very violent these days. It was a lot different 20 years ago”

Story

A lot of people seem to be very violent these days. It was a lot different 20 years ago

Location

Sleaford

Topic

Physical Violence, Verbal Violence

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“Regular meetings like these would be helpful so...”

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Regular meetings like these would be helpful so that we can keep helping each other

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Communication, Community

What does ASB look like in your area?

“Poly tunnel attacks Arson on trees Garden trees damaged”

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  • Poly tunnel attacks

  • Arson on trees

  • Garden trees damaged

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Vandalism

How does ASB make you feel?

“ASB - Don't feel safe walking past Broadgate carpark...”

Story

ASB - Don't feel safe walking past Broadgate carpark down St Rumbold Street

Location

Abbey Ward

How does ASB make you feel?

“It's respect, isn't it? I don't think people really have that respect anymore...”

Story

It's respect, isn't it? I don't think people really have that respect anymore

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Selfishness

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“More mental health support, places opened up for...”

Story

  • More mental health support

  • Places opened up for talking to get off street

  • Coffee mornings etc.

  • Youth clubs - being closed because of violence against volunteers.

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Mental Health, Community, Homelessness

How does ASB make you feel?

“People don't seem to be bothered by authority. They seem to do as they want...”

Story

People don't seem to be bothered by authority. They seem to do as they want, when they want, where they want

Location

Sleaford

Topic

Selfishness

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“Remove the fire exit”

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Remove the fire exit

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Change in behaviour

How does ASB make you feel?

“Fearful. What if they hurt me?”

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Fearful. What if they hurt me?

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Fear

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“Community engagement, more CCTV...”

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  • Community engagement

  • More CCTV

  • More police patrols

  • Rehab

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Communication, Drugs, Police

How does ASB make you feel?

“People don't take responsibility, they blame others”

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People don't take responsibility, they blame others

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Communication

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“Attention - kids, Anger, violent upbringing.”

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  • Attention - kids

  • Anger, violent upbringing.

  • Boredom

  • Shouting, swearing graffiti, damage. Adults mental health

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Age-related, Physical Violence, Gaffiti, Mental Health, Verbal Violence, Vandalism

How does ASB make you feel?

“Disheartened, Frustrated”

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  • Disheartened

  • Frustrated

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Mental Health

What does ASB look like in your area?

“Graffiti!!!”

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Graffiti!!!

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Gaffiti

How does ASB make you feel?

“I will not go out because I just don't feel safe. Most of the people I go to have coffee with...”

Story

I will not go out because I just don't feel safe. Most of the people I go to have coffee with now, they on't go out at night, and they are in my age group.

Location

Sleaford

Topic

Change in behaviour

How does ASB make you feel?

“Isolated”

Story

Isolated

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Mental Health

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“Opportunities for youth voice to be heard”

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Opportunities for youth voice to be heard

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Age-related, Communication

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“More mental health support”

Story

  • More mental health support

  • Places opened up for talking to get off street

  • Coffee mornings etc.

  • Youth clubs - being closed because of violence against volunteers.

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Mental Health, Community, Age-related

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“Too late - should've started at day one.”

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Too late - should've started at day one.

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Fed Up

“Addressing the "Back Step" situation”

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First, some context...

In our latest 'Courageous Conversations' series, we spoke to locals about antisocial behaviour (ASB) in Abbey Ward, specifically focusing on a well-known issue, the "back step" scenario at Lincoln Baptist Church. If you're familiar with Croft Street, you'd probably be aware of the recurring ASB on the church's back steps, which have unfortunately become a hotspot for ASB including drug use, intimidation, fights, and more.

While the church's back steps have become a contentious area, they also serve as a social gathering spot, a place for drug transactions, or a refuge to some. Yet, attempts to resolve the problem have been ineffective, leaving the church in a dilemma between showing compassion and maintaining a safe environment. The challenge is compounded by the presence of a children’s centre attached to the church, where staff often confront unsettling situations.

So, why does this area suffer from such high levels of antisocial behaviour? Some people believe its to do with the close poximity of organisations and services that help those with homelessness like the Nomad Centre, YMCA Hostel, and Framework. Others believe it's a matter of insufficient police presence or lack of enforcement. Despite the various opinions, it's clear that the problem is persistent, with efforts over the years yielding little success.

A meeting was called...

As part of our initiative, we recently held a meeting at the church involving 21 representatives from various sectors, including local residents, YMCA residents, the Police, Integrated Offender Management, staff from Framework Housing, YMCA Hostel, Nomad Centre, the Children’s Centre, and Lincoln Baptist Church. We aimed to foster connections, exchange ideas, and discuss potential solutions. From the outset, it was clear that people wanted to engage and really cared about the local community. Everyone at the meeting had been affected by the ASB occurring in the Croft Street area.

A Courageous Conversation...

We began our conversation with introductions and a video explaining about the series. After that, We opened the conversation on a hopeful note, discussing our vision for the future of Abbey Ward, what kind of characteristics would we like to see, potential improvements and long-term goals. We then invited people to talk about their lived experiences around ASB in the local area; what were their areas of concern? What efforts had been made to tackle ASB in the past? Finally, we mapped out a path to the future. What initiatives could be started? How could services work together? And what resources and support were needed?

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Courageous Conversations

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“Coming together and helping out others that are in need...”

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Coming together and helping out others that are in need

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Community

What does ASB look like in your area?

“It affects EVERYBODY around. You can't even let our kids go out and play anymore.”

Story

It affects EVERYBODY around. You can't even let our kids go out and play anymore.

Location

Abbey Ward

Age range

35-50

Topic

Younger People

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“More people need to be educated on the topic and there needs to be MORE AWARENESS...”

Story

More people need to be educated on the topic and there needs to be MORE AWARENESS on how to tackle antisocial behaviour

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Education, Communication

How does ASB make you feel?

“I feel sad when rubbish is dumped on the floor”

Story

I feel sad when rubbish is dumped on the floor

Location

Spalding

Topic

Litter

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“The social time is outside, seeing friends etc. There's a need for...”

Story

The social time is outside, seeing friends etc. There's a need for a safe space for them to meet.

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Homelessness, Community, Education

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“If people have pride in where they live, it will reduce outbursts of antisocial behaviour”

Story

If people have pride in where they live, it will reduce outbursts of antisocial behaviour

Location

Spalding

Topic

Pride

What does ASB look like in your area?

“Behaviour that young people misjudge as a trend.”

Story

Behaviour that young people misjudge as a trend.

Location

Sleaford

Topic

Age-related

How does ASB make you feel?

“I think it's just a a general lack of respect. It does make you feel angry because...”

Story

I think it's just a a general lack of respect. It does make you feel angry because you think "what will things get like?"

Location

Spalding

Topic

Selfishness

What does ASB look like in your area?

“Graffiti!!!!”

Story

Graffiti!!!!

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Gaffiti

What does ASB look like in your area?

“It's a nice market town that should be a place you can wander around happily...”

Story

It's a nice market town that should be a place you can wander around happily... and it isn't anymore

Location

Spalding

Topic

Change in behaviour

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“A bit of NOT JUDGING PEOPLE would be good”

Story

A bit of NOT JUDGING PEOPLE would be good

Location

Sleaford

Topic

Communication, Selfishness

What does ASB look like in your area?

“Fly-tipping into the garden”

Story

Fly-tipping into the garden

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Litter

What does ASB look like in your area?

“It happens mostly in towns, cities, market places etc...”

Story

It happens mostly in towns, cities, market places etc. Mostly at night.

Location

Sleaford

What does ASB look like in your area?

“Drug dealing Graffiti Loud music”

Story

  • Drug dealing

  • Graffiti

  • Loud music

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Gaffiti, Noise, Drugs

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“More enforcement”

Story

More enforcement

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Police

What does ASB look like in your area?

“Stabbings, shouting, I’ve recently had some grown boys harassing me...”

Story

Stabbings, shouting, I’ve recently had some grown boys harassing me, sexual harassment, sexual assault.

Location

Sleaford

Topic

Sexual abuse, Physical Violence, Verbal Violence, Intimidation, Fear

How does ASB make you feel?

“People knocked on doors. Also broke windows...”

Story

People knocked on doors. Also broke windows.

  • Annoyed

  • unsafe

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Mental Health, Fear, Intimidation

What does ASB look like in your area?

“Somebody I know, often has to pick up people's poo from around the area”

Story

Somebody I know, often has to pick up people's poo from around the area

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Litter, Vandalism, Urinating

What does ASB look like in your area?

“Drug and alcohol related problems. Drug usage in toilets.”

Story

Drug and alcohol related problems. Drug usage in toilets.

Location

Abbey Ward

How does ASB make you feel?

“I think that we should be able to BE SAFE at night without being Harassed”

Story

I think that we should be able to BE SAFE at night without being Harassed

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Harrassment

What does ASB look like in your area?

“Mainly occurs at party pubs and this can entail general harassment of the public, drinking, drug taking, and often occurs without consequence.”

Story

Mainly occurs at party pubs and this can entail general harassment of the public, drinking, drug taking, and often occurs without consequence.

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Drugs

How does ASB make you feel?

“It's not just about doing something to someone just shouting rude things - it's abuse. IT'S NOT RIGHT.”

Story

It's not just about doing something to someone just shouting rude things - it's abuse. IT'S NOT RIGHT.

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Verbal Violence

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“More community engagement, more investment...”

Story

  • More community engagement

  • More investment in mental health services

  • More investment in education

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Community, Education, Mental Health

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“Throwing money at the problem, isn't going to solve the problem”

Story

Throwing money at the problem, isn't going to solve the problem

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Fed Up

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“More accommodation”

Story

More accommodation

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Homelessness

What does ASB look like in your area?

“Poly tunnel attacks”

Story

  • Poly tunnel attacks

  • Arson on trees

  • Garden trees damaged

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Vandalism

What does ASB look like in your area?

“Hanging about, smoking, swearing, just being a nuisance. It just seems, I don't know, it's not nice.”

Story

Hanging about, smoking, swearing, just being a nuisance. It just seems, I don't know, it's not nice.

Location

Sleaford

Topic

Selfishness

“Courageous Conversation at Abbey Access”

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Working with local people

Recognising Lincoln Abbey Ward as an area significantly impacted by antisocial behavior, we actively engaged with local organisations and residents to initiate a "Courageous Conversation". This dialogue was designed to explore the community's perceptions and understanding of antisocial behavior, its impact on their lives, and potential solutions to address the primary challenges they encounter.

As enthusiastic participants in this initiative, the Abbey Access Centre agreed to provide a venue for the conversation and expressed a strong interest in the topic and played a crucial role in setting the discussion in motion.

In the lead-up to the event, Abbey Access weren’t alone in their enthusiasm. Numerous meetings were held with local organisations and residents. Approximately 30 individuals expressed interest in attending our inaugural conversation. We collectively decided that Tuesday, 12th of March, would be an opportune date for the meeting.

To facilitate a productive and grounded discussion, we felt it was crucial to provide tangible examples of antisocial behavior experienced within the Abbey Ward. Therefore, we sought out firsthand accounts from those directly impacted. James, a former resident who felt compelled to relocate due to the severity of issues he was facing, generously agreed to record an interview for playback during our gathering. In addition, Ali, the CEO of the local charity Green Synergy, provided valuable insights into the persistent challenges her organisation faces due to antisocial behavior, even recounting incidents from the weekend immediately preceding our conversation.

On a cold, wet Tuesday we set up our presentation and people started to gather in the cafe. With cups of teas, coffees, and homemade cookies in hand, the conversation began. The gathering was a diverse mix of 24 individuals, including local residents, church leaders, representatives from the library and school, a local charity, and both young learners and tutors from Abbey Access. Everyone actively contributed to the enriching conversation.

Where Next?

We found our initial conversation incredibly inspiring and are actively planning to have another soon. The feedback from participants revealed a strong desire for the presence of representatives from the council, the local police, the neighbourhood board, and our elected councillors at our next gathering. We fully share this aspiration and hope to see these key stakeholders join our subsequent 'Courageous Conversation'. Furthermore, we intend to engage more deeply with those who attended, delving into their lived experiences to gain a more nuanced understanding of antisocial behaviour within Abbey Ward.

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Courageous Conversations

How does ASB make you feel?

“It there's nobody there to enforce the law, what's the point?”

Story

It there's nobody there to enforce the law, what's the point?

Location

Spalding

Topic

Police

How does ASB make you feel?

“I think people are quite selfish because they don't consider the implications of their actions on other people”

Story

I think people are quite selfish because they don't consider the implications of their actions on other people. It's a very selfish society.

Location

Sleaford

Topic

Selfishness

How does ASB make you feel?

“What is the root issue? Boredom, no place to go...”

Story

What is the root issue?

Boredom, no place to go, nothing to do, purpose, mental health

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Mental Health, Boredom

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“Housing for everyone”

Story

Housing for everyone

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Homelessness

How does ASB make you feel?

“To me, the question would be to the person doing the antisocial behaviour...”

Story

To me, the question would be to the person doing the antisocial behaviour. How does that make you feel? Why are you doing it?

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Communication

What does ASB look like in your area?

“It happens at the park. It looks like people threatening each other? It doesn’t occur often.”

Story

It happens at the park. It looks like people threatening each other? It doesn’t occur often.

Location

Sleaford

Topic

Intimidation

How does ASB make you feel?

“I think antisocial behaviour is any behaviour that makes you feel uncomfortable...”

Story

I think antisocial behaviour is any behaviour that makes you feel uncomfortable or makes you not want to go somewhere.

Location

Sleaford

Topic

Change in behaviour

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“Opportunities for youth voice to be heard”

Story

Opportunities for youth voice to be heard

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Age-related, Communication

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“The church is willing to help, but how? We must have....”

Story

The church is willing to help, but how? We must have the knowledge of how best to help

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Education, Communication

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“Nothing - no one listens, kids just get...”

Story

  • Nothing - no one listens

  • kids just get in the wrong crowd

  • Not much

  • Feels awful in cells

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Age-related

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“Are the services open when they are needed?”

Story

  • Are the services open when they are needed?

  • Are the services located where they are needed?

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Communication, Services

What does ASB look like in your area?

“Drugs @ church doors and drink”

Story

Drugs @ church doors and drink

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Drugs

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“We need to eliminate antisocial behviour”

Story

  • Eliminate antisocial behaviour

  • Respect for each other

  • feeling part of the community

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Community, Communication, Pride

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“EDUCATION Are people in a group because...”

Story

EDUCATION

Are people in a group because they don't feel safe alone?

What do the supporting homes do?

Why are people on the street?

Why are they at the YMCA?

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Education, Community, Communication, Fear

What does ASB look like in your area?

“ASB happens mostly in Public Parks and local hangouts.”

Story

ASB happens mostly in Public Parks and local hangouts.

Location

Abbey Ward

How does ASB make you feel?

“Demoralised”

Story

Demoralised

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Mental Health

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“Ban prolific offenders”

Story

Ban prolific offenders

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Police

What does ASB look like in your area?

“Respect!?”

Story

Respect!?

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Fed Up, Police

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“People listening to each other!!!”

Story

People listening to each other!!!

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Communication

What does ASB look like in your area?

“Verbal and threat of physical abuse”

Story

Verbal and threat of physical abuse

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Physical Violence, Verbal Violence

What does ASB look like in your area?

“- Graffiti - Getting shouted at - Asked for money...”

Story

  • Graffiti

  • Getting shouted at

  • Asked for money, or other things!

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Gaffiti, Verbal Violence, Homelessness

What does ASB look like in your area?

“The voice of the victim ought to be heard...”

Story

The voice of the victim ought to be heard. I don't think necessarily the people that are causing the antisocial behaviour understand what impact that has.

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Communication

What does ASB look like in your area?

“Drug taking and drug dealing 'County Lines'”

Story

Drug taking and drug dealing 'County Lines'

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Drugs

What does ASB look like in your area?

“I don't think it's just younger people. No, there are a lot of older people hat don't know how to behave.”

Story

I don't think it's just younger people. No, there are a lot of older people that don't know how to behave.

Location

Spalding

Topic

Age-related

What does ASB look like in your area?

“People begging outside the library”

Story

People begging outside the library

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Homelessness

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“More support”

Story

More support

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Education, Communication, Change in behaviour

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“Is it antisocial behaviour if they have no place else to go?”

Story

Is it antisocial behaviour if they have no place else to go?

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Education, Homelessness

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“Investment into youth services, Investment into...”

Story

  • Investment into youth services

  • Investment into youth training and employment pathways

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Age-related, Education

What does ASB look like in your area?

“- Shouting at people - Antisocial people are just pissed off”

Story

  • Shouting at people

  • Antisocial people are just pissed off - it's part of the fun

  • Also more than one person

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Noise, Intimidation

What does ASB look like in your area?

“Racial hate, graffiti on trees and equipment.”

Story

Racial hate, graffiti on trees and equipment.

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Verbal Violence, Gaffiti

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“More community buildings”

Story

More community buildings

Location

Abbey Ward

How does ASB make you feel?

“In responding to how ASB makes you feel, police officers spoke about...”

Story

In responding to how ASB makes you feel, police officers spoke about being surrounded by people when called to ASB-related incidents. One officer spoke about the situation being captured on CCTV, and said that if it made him feel intimidated, how would others feel?

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Fear, Intimidation, Police

What can be done to tackle ASB?

“KIDS NEED LIFE LESSONS...”

Story

KIDS NEED LIFE LESSONS

Parents need to be given their parenting back! WORLD'S GOING SOFT.

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Age-related

What does ASB look like in your area?

“In 30 years no physical ASB. But Winn street drug dealing and shop lifters...”

Story

In 30 years no physical ASB. But Winn street drug dealing and shop lifters.

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Drugs

How does ASB make you feel?

“People are much more reluctant to come into town, particularly on weekends...”

Story

People are much more reluctant to come into town, particularly on weekends. It is intimidating for older people

Location

Sleaford

Topic

Change in behaviour, Age-related

What does ASB look like in your area?

“Human excrement being left all over the place”

Story

Human excrement being left all over the place

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Litter, Urinating

What does ASB look like in your area?

“People passed out in the doorway”

Story

People passed out in the doorway

Location

Abbey Ward

Topic

Drugs

How does ASB make you feel?

“I reluctantly wouldn't go out late at night in Spalding on my own now, which I used to before”

Story

I reluctantly wouldn't go out late at night in Spalding on my own now, which I used to before

Location

Spalding

Topic

Change in behaviour