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Antisocial behaviour (ASB) can have a very disruptive effect on neighbourhoods and communities. Not only does it affect those who are directly involved in the situation, ASB can have a much wider impact on the community.

As part of our ongoing commitment to keeping communities safe, our estate management teams regularly engage in community visits to neighbourhoods with partner agencies such as the Police and Wakefield Council to reassure residents and talk about any concerns they may have.

Following the changes to COVID-19 restrictions on Monday, 19 July 2021, we want to assure you that your safety and that of our employees remains our priority.

WDH never underestimates the harm antisocial (ASB) or nuisance behaviour can cause and how simple every day activities such as going to the shops or visiting family who may live nearby can become very difficult - especially if people are fearful of intimidation or targeted behaviour from others.

It is antisocial behaviour (ASB) awareness week, and WDH are highlighting the importance of being a good neighbour, being kind and being respectful.

We work closely with our partner agencies such as the Police and Wakefield Council to help tackle antisocial (ASB) and criminal behaviour. This is a very important part of our work in creating confident communities for our customers.

This week is antisocial behaviour (ASB) awareness week organised by RESOLVE and to support this the Community Safety team will be posting information, advice, and focal points of the work the team do throughout the week. Starting with dealing with crime prevention.

This year WDH is celebrating 10 years of its annual Love Where You Live awards which recognises young achievers and community heroes in the Wakefield district who make a positive difference to their communities.

Sandra and Rob Burns, aged 69 and 72, from Castleford became Care Link customers following Rob’s stroke in September 2020. Sandra said: “Our lives changed overnight after Rob had his stroke. When we heard about Care Link, we just knew it would give us and our children peace of mind. They all work and can’t always be here straight away in an emergency, so having that extra support when we need it is fantastic for us all.”

WDH is demonstrating its commitment to building better places to live and creating confident communities through a multi-million-pound investment at Tombridge Crescent in Kinsley. The scheme will not only improve the properties for residents but will help to reduce antisocial behaviour and neighbour disputes caused by parking issues.