Anti-social Behaviour

McGlone welcomes support for new police powers to tackle scramblers and e-scooters

Posted on June 30, 2026 by pete baker

SDLP Mid Ulster MLA Patsy McGlone has welcomed Assembly support for new police powers to tackle scramblers and e-scooters engaging in anti-social behaviour. The amendment to the Justice Bill was proposed by the SDLP, with support from the DUP and Alliance Party. The amendment would allow police to seize vehicles causing alarm, distress or annoyance … Continue reading McGlone welcomes support for new police powers to tackle scramblers and e-scooters

SDLP brings forward amendment to give police greater powers to seize scramblers and e-scooters

Posted on May 20, 2026May 20, 2026 by pete baker

The SDLP is bringing forward an amendment to legislation to give police greater powers to seize scramblers and e-scooters being used in a dangerous or anti-social manner. The amendment to the Justice Bill would allow police to seize vehicles causing alarm, distress or annoyance without first having to issue a warning. SDLP Opposition Justice Spokesperson … Continue reading SDLP brings forward amendment to give police greater powers to seize scramblers and e-scooters