Your Voice Matters… consultation launched on a Public Space Protection Order in Wellingborough

14 July 2026

North Northamptonshire Council has launched a consultation on measures to reduce anti-social behaviour in Wellingborough.

Public Space Protection Orders (PSPO) are designed to help tackle anti-social behaviour and protect those who live, work and visit town centres. The Orders allow a council to impose restrictions within a defined area.

In Wellingborough, a Public Space Protection Order for the town centre was first introduced in November 2020, before being renewed in November 2023. Now the council are looking to renew the PSPO for another three years.

The Order includes measures to address behaviours linked to anti-social behaviour such as street drinking, aggressive begging and nuisance behaviour.

Public Space Protection Orders provide councils with tools to help us manage anti-social behaviour, ensuring that town centres are safe for everyone. It is important that any Order is suitable for each town.

This consultation is a vital part of this process, and I would encourage everyone to get involved and have their say.Cllr Greg Wilcox, the council’s Executive Member for Communities

We have an ambition for Wellingborough, and all towns and villages across North Northamptonshire, to be a safe and welcoming places. Tools like Public Space Protection Orders are an important part of achieving this.Cllr Martin Griffiths, Leader of the Council

The consultation can be accessed via the council’s consultation hub and is open until 10 August 2026.

Feedback from the consultation will be reviewed and considered before any final decisions are made on the implementation of the Order.