06/07/2005
On 8th June, Alvaro Gil-Roblest - the European Commissioner for Human Rights - published a report following his recent visit to the UK, which includes comments and recommendations in relation to Anti-Social Behaviour orders.
"Anti-social behaviour is unquestionably an urban blight that seriously erodes the quality of life of ordinary citizens. It is essential, however, that measures to combat such behaviour be both fair and effective. It is doubtful whether the excesses of the anti-social behaviour order and the high-levels of juvenile detention achieve either of these aims. As a general impression, it seems to me that more effort might be expended on explaining the successes of positive reforms and presenting an accurate picture of juvenile crime rather than concocting new measures, which may well inspire confidence through empowering local communities to act themselves, but which would appear neither necessary nor appropriate."
Read the full report http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/shared/bsp/hi/pdfs/08_06_05_human_rights.pdf
Source:
www.asboconcern.org.uk