Gating rights of way public space protection order

Gating is used in locations which have or are continuing to have issues of crime and anti-social behaviour. The restricted access of these public rights of way provide reassurance to local residents and the general public.  

The following locations are now subject to a public space protection order which is valid from the 14 September 2023 for a period of 3 years. 

  • ‘Kidsgrove 19’ is partially closed between 18:00 hours and 08:00 hours. Alternative routes are available. 
  • ‘Newcastle 143’ is permanently locked due to historic anti-social behaviour. It runs behind residential properties and by a primary school and a cricket club onto the marsh. Alternative routes are available.
  • ‘Newcastle 132’ is the permanently located due issues of anti-social behaviour.  Alternative routes are available. 

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