In reality, this will mean different things to different people.

It should be remembered that what one person regards as ASB may not be regarded as such by others and that ASB is a very subjective matter. Attitudes may vary in different areas across the borough.

The definition is of ASB is intentionally wide-ranging, however examples include:

• Abuse of Alcohol;
• Abuse of Drugs (including dealing);
• Aggressive and Threatening Language and Behaviour;
• Environmental Issues; for example: litter, dog fouling, graffiti, fly tipping and nuisance vehicles;
• Intimidation and Harassment;
• Neighbour Nuisance including, for example, excessive noise from house partys, DIY, and car repairs;
• Threatening and Rowdy Behaviour;
• Unauthorised entry into empty buildings;
• Violence against people and property.

People both young and old can behave anti-socially, creating havoc for those around them.

Behaviour of this kind is unacceptable and unwelcome in Thurrock and is a top priority for us. We are totally committed to working with the community, to take tough action, to stamp out ASB committed by what in reality is a small number of individuals and families.