The Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) extension on The Vine was approved by Sevenoaks District Council’s Cabinet on 22 September 2026. The order will be extended from 1 December 2026 and can last for up to three years.
There has been a reduction of ASB at The Vine since the previous PSPO was implemented in partnership with Police and Sevenoaks Town Council.
A PSPO is an additional tool that gives the Police and Council Officers powers to help reduce specific anti-social behaviours. It also allows officers to issue a warning, or a fixed penalty notice for anti-social behaviour carried out by individuals. The PSPO is enforced under the Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014.
Sevenoaks District Council asked residents in July 2026 whether they wanted the PSPO to be extended for a further three years. Of the 143 people who took part, 75% were in favour of keeping the PSPO in place.
