Consultation over Lewisham's public drinking scheme (From News Shopper)

Consultation over Lewisham's public drinking scheme

4:10pm Wednesday 22nd February 2012 in Politics By Mark Chandler

LEWISHAM Council wants your opinion over curbs on drinking in public places introduced last spring.

The drinking control order was put in place in Lewisham last year and has been running for a six-month trial period.

Under the scheme, drinking in public is not banned but police are given extra powers to to confiscate booze from people who are causing or could cause antisocial behaviour.

The order is currently being enforced borough-wide and provides the police with a tool to address alcohol-related disorder in a quick and effective way.

To take part in the consultation visit lewisham.gov.uk/consultation The consultation closes on March 5.