Ashford Borough Council has officially renewed the Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) for Singleton Lake to ensure the area remains a safe and welcoming environment for all residents.
This decision follows a comprehensive public consultation concluded in March 2026, allowing the council to continue addressing localized anti-social behaviour through targeted enforcement rather than individual injunctions.
The refreshed order, updated in accordance with the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, introduces refined language to ensure consistency with other protected zones across the borough. Under the terms of the renewal, the council maintains the authority to issue £100 fixed penalty notices or pursue prosecutions against individuals engaging in prohibited activities.
Significant focus remains on curbing behaviours that jeopardize public safety or cause environmental harm. The order specifically targets the lighting of fires, the unauthorized erection of non-permanent structures, and the illegal depositing of controlled waste. By maintaining these restrictions, the council aims to eliminate nuisances that undermine the wellbeing of the community and the natural beauty of the lake.
Residents seeking further details on the specific amendments or wishing to view other active orders within the region can access full documentation via the council’s dedicated Public Spaces Protection Order web page.