Tories out of touch on Cleaner Neighbourhoods
– says MP

8 February 2005

Caroline Flint says: "This Government is tackling crime and antisocial behaviour head on. Record police numbers, 12,500 more thanks to Labour, including 200 more in South Yorkshire, backed by 5,000 new Community Support Officers are tackling anti-social behaviour in our communities.

"This Bill delivers powers that councils and parishes have asked for. Tackling antisocial behaviour is not just a policing issue, it is a matter for councils and parishes too.

"New powers to remove abandoned cars immediately, to gate nuisance alleyways, to deal with fly-tipping and litter are extra steps in the battle for cleaner neighbourhoods. Fixed penalty notices for these litter offences are quick, simple and work. Is my opponent really saying that the Tories oppose this?"

In order that residents can make up their own minds,
the Don Valley MP has placed details of the Bill on her website www.carolineflint.co.uk, and welcomes residents' views.

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