Issue - meetings

          The Board received a verbal update on the experience and impacts of Mischief Night, Halloween and Bonfire Night across the Borough.

          Members were advised that according to Police reports, it had been one of the quietest periods over the last few years.  There had been some hotspots in some locations across the Borough but, overall the feedback received had been positive.  

          Members of the Board also reported that they had received information about some incidents, one in particular where some cars had been vandalised on Mischief Night.   It was suggested that some incidents had gone unreported. 

          It was noted that in previous years, money had been allocated to clean up the Borough following bonfires and damaged cause on Mischief Night. However, as this service was not required in 2022, no budget had been allocated for this year.  The service had again not been required during the Mischief and Bonfire period 2023.

          RESOLVED:  That the Board note the report.