Press Release - New power and guidance to tackle alcohol-related crime

23 December 2008

A new power targeting offenders who commit crime under the influence of alcohol was unveiled today.

From next summer, drinking banning orders will allow police and local authorities to stop a person entering certain premises if they have been involved in criminal or disorderly conduct under the influence of alcohol. Breach of a drinking banning order, which can last up to two years, could lead to a fine of up to £2,500. The orders are focused on people whose drinking has been identified as a factor in their irresponsible and disorderly behaviour.

To add to the range of tools and powers to tackle alcohol-related crime and disorder, the government also published new guidance on obtaining designated public place orders and establishing alcohol disorder zones.


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