As such, in response to increased complaints about the use of mini-motos, the Respect Task Force has today produced a guide to help people use their vehicles legally and to prevent the anti-social behaviour associated with their abuse.
John Reid MP, Labour's Home Secretary, announcing the plans said: "Labour is determined to tackle anti-social behaviour in our communities. Misuse of mini-motos is a menace; it is dangerous and causes misery for many law-abiding people. We will not allow it to go unchecked.
"My challenge to Liberal Democrat-run Cardiff Council is to support Labour by using the new powers to get tough with menacing mini-motos, noisy neighbours, tackle irresponsible parents, give persistent louts ASBOs, clean up graffiti and support police Community Support Officers and neighbourhood policing teams."
Labour Cardiff North Assembly Candidate and Councillor for Whitchurch Sophie Howe said: "Labour's Respect Agenda has given councils and the police new powers to tackle anti-social behaviour.
"This guidance to police and users makes it clear that irresponsible drivers will be stopped and if necessary their bikes crushed. Labour's message is clear - irresponsible use will be punished."
Sophie has been working closely with police and park rangers who have agreed to conduct operations to catch these off-road bikers in and around the area.
Under Labour's plans, all police forces and Crime and Disorder Reduction Partnerships will receive the guide, which outlines practical steps for tackling abuse of mini-motos. |
