Measures Needed to Address Hooliganism Blight

"We don't want to alienate people that come here, but we need to control them. That is why I have invited local licensees to the next meeting of the community council," he said.

"It was decided that locals experiencing problems should pass on the details to the police. We all have to work together."

Acohol Prohibition Orders

C’llr Lyall said Inspector Harry Dunn of Western Division also attended the meeting and told the community that there would be an increased police presence in the short term. "At least it shows that the police are taking this matter seriously and are becoming pro-active. Basically, I am trying to bring in the alcohol prohibition order that is working in Perth and Blairgowrie, and I can see no reason why we can't have one here. Possibly backing can come from the Common Good Fund.

"It is clear that the increased number of disturbances are causing distress to many residents. We have nurses and shopkeepers who can't get to sleep due to these incidents, and something has to be done - there has to be improvement” added the councillor.

Surveillance Improvements Needed

He is inviting the members of P&K Licensing Board to the next meeting of the community council to discuss the possible introduction of ASBOs and noise regulations.

The community council is also concerned at the lack of CCTV cameras in the town. One member, who wished to remain anonymous, said there are no cameras at the Royal Bank of Scotland, the Bank of Scotland and the Co-op, but there is surveillance at the Spar and the Black Watch Inn. The informant stressed that, although it is 100% behind the police, the community council feels there should be a greater police presence in the town.

The next community council meeting is on 2 September