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Public Spaces Protection Orders

A Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) is a control measure created by the 2014 Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act. The orders deal with specific nuisances or problems in a defined area that are "detrimental to the community’s quality of life".

Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPOs), sit amongst a broad range of powers and tools to help tackle anti-social behaviour locally. PSPOs are aimed at ensuring public spaces can be enjoyed free from anti-social behaviour.

The following PSPOs are in force in Dudley borough:

The following orders came into effect on February 25 2026:

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safe & sound - Dudley's Community Safety Partnership

safe & sound is a partnership made up of public sector and voluntary organisations covering Dudley borough. By working together it aims to address community concerns around crime, disorder, anti-social behaviour and substance misuse.