A homeless charity is suspending its day centre due to 'intimidating' behaviour around its premises and in a troubled town centre.
A homeless charity is suspending its day centre due to "intimidating" behaviour around its premises and in a troubled town centre.Shrewsbury Ark will close day services for four weeks from next Monday, October 2 after talks with police over anti-social behaviour in and around the charity's Castle Foregate base.
Emily Bell, chair of The Shrewsbury Ark trustees, said there are"a minority of intimidating people behaving unacceptably, who are attracted to the Ark," and the presence of drugs and other societal pressures is exacerbating their behaviour. “During this time, and working alongside RESET and Shropshire Council, we will continue to provide off-premises support for those who are sleeping rough. We will also take the opportunity to review and improve our processes, facilities, training, and building, to enhance the service we offer to those who do want to make positive changes in their lives.”
Drug use, drug seizures and drug offences continue to increase within the UK, with a total annual cost to society of over £21 billion.
Belgique Dernières Nouvelles, Belgique Actualités
Similar News:Vous pouvez également lire des articles d'actualité similaires à celui-ci que nous avons collectés auprès d'autres sources d'information.
Ben Fogle tour coming to Shrewsbury next springTickets have gone on sale for Ben Fogle's visit to a Shrewsbury stage.
Lire la suite »
TV role puts spotlight on Shrewsbury guide dog carer's workKath Saunders hopes puppies in her care will bring independence to people with sight loss.
Lire la suite »