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Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Town Introduces Swearing Fines In Crackdown On Anti-social Behaviour

Swearing on the streets has been banned by a council in an effort to reduce antisocial behaviour in the run-up to Christmas.

Anyone caught uttering offensive language could be handed an on-the-spot fine of £80.
The regulation has been imposed by Preston City Council to try to curb drunk and disorderly behaviour in its town centre during the party season.

Although brought in for the festive season, the council will retain the ban into the new year.

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