New ASB Tools and Powers Training Series – the Crime and Policing Act 2026
These training sessions are designed to support practitioners in understanding and preparing for the introduction of new and updated ASB powers under the Crime and Policing Act. The sessions will be delivered in line with implementation of the legislation, ensuring content reflects the final provisions and supporting guidance. The sessions will focus on how the new powers sit within the wider ASB framework and how they can be applied in practice, with emphasis on basic principles, evidential considerations and effective case management.
Closure Powers for Housing Providers (Half Day) 23rd November, 9.30am -12.30
The Crime and Policing Act widens the ASB toolkit for Housing Providers, including giving authority to use the Closure Powers. This session will focus on the implications of these changes for housing. The focus will be on how Closure Powers may be used alongside existing tenancy and ASB tools, and what practitioners need to consider in preparation for implementation.
Learners will explore:
- the current legal framework and proposed changes under the Bill
- the extension of use to housing providers and practical implications
- evidential requirements and considerations
- case management considerations
- links with wider ASB and tenancy enforcement tools
Who these sessions are delivered by:
These sessions will be delivered by Jo Grimshaw, a highly experienced qualified trainer and ASB practitioner.