(a)          Decision(s)

That the Anti Social Behaviour Policy be approved and adopted.

(b)          Reason(s) for Decision(s)

The policy will set out the parameters for staff to deal with Anti Social Behaviour cases in a timely and professional manner.  This will also make the processes and procedures clear for residents and partners.

(c)        Alternative Options Considered

Not to approve a policy.  However, this was not recommended as it would leave the process for dealing with Anti Social Behaviour cases open to misinterpretation.

(d)       Relevant Scrutiny Committee

Environment and Living.  That Committee had already considered the report submitted to Cabinet and its comments were taken fully into account in approving the policy and any changes suggested by the Committee had been incorporated in the policy document.

(e)        Conflicts of Interest / Dispensation(s)

None.