On-the-spot penalties for minor offences in England and Wales surged by 42% in 2023, reflecting a concerning trend in public space regulation.
Campaigners highlight that private enforcement companies, incentivized by payment per fine, may exacerbate injustices, creating a system that targets trivial behaviours excessively.
The report argues that the powers given to councils for public space regulations result in disproportionate enforcement, often leading to unjust penalties for everyday activities.
Josie Appleton emphasizes the necessity of reforming or scrapping the current laws that enable such enforcement to safeguard public rights and prevent catch-all crimes.
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