Anti-Social Behaviour Policy & Procedure
7. Relevant legislation, regulation, and associated policies
7.1 Regulatory standards - The Council must comply with the Regulator of Social Housing's regulatory framework and consumer standards for social housing in England; the Neighbourhood and Community Standard is the primary one applicable to this policy.
7.2 Legislation - The principal legislation applicable to this policy is: ASB Crime and Policing Act 2014.
7.3 Guidance - The principal guidance applicable to this policy is: Anti-social behaviour powers: statutory guidance for frontline professionals.
7.4 Additional Legislation - this policy also operates within the context of the following legislation:
- Anti-social Behaviour Act 2003
- Housing Act 1985, 1988, 1996 & 2004
- The Crime and Disorder Act 1998
- Anti-terrorism Crime and Security Act 2001
- Racial and Religious Hatred Act 2006
- Childrens Act 2004
- Equality Act 2010
- Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018
- Human Rights Act 1998
- Data Protection Act 2018
- Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000
7.5 Associated policies - Wiltshire Council Housing Allocations policy.
This policy complies with section 218A of the Housing Act 1996 which places a duty on social landlords to publish their anti-social behaviour policy.