Derbyshire Police have launched a new Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) Action Plan, setting out how officers and partner organisations will work together to tackle problem behaviour across the county – with Ilkeston specifically named as one of the locations where ongoing work will continue.
Released at the end of Anti-Social Behaviour Awareness Week, the plan brings together the force’s approach to preventing nuisance behaviour, supporting victims and targeting repeat offenders.
Anti-social behaviour includes a wide range of issues, from noise nuisance and vandalism to intimidation, fly-tipping, anti-social driving and drug-related behaviour. Police say these issues can have a significant impact on individuals, businesses and local communities.
What the plan includes
Chief Inspector Katie Andrews, Derbyshire Constabulary’s lead for anti-social behaviour, said officers across the county were already carrying out “strong local work” to tackle ASB and that the new plan would help focus resources where they would have the greatest impact.
She said partnership working would remain central to the approach, alongside improvements such as enhanced hotspot patrol technology and new questions in the force control room to better identify vulnerable or repeat victims.
The action plan includes commitments to:
- Increase targeted patrols in anti-social behaviour hotspots.
- Make greater use of enforcement powers and protective orders where appropriate.
- Use a problem-solving approach to prevent repeat issues.
- Work more closely with councils, housing providers and community organisations.
- Provide earlier intervention and education for children and young people.
- Improve support for victims, particularly those who are repeatedly affected or vulnerable.
Ilkeston among locations named
The plan specifically confirms that Operation Furnhurst will continue in Ilkeston, alongside other priority locations across Derbyshire.
The multi-agency initiative brings together Derbyshire Constabulary, drug and alcohol support services and other partner organisations to provide a visible presence during busy nightlife periods. The operation focuses on safeguarding vulnerable people and tackling issues linked to substance misuse, recognising the impact this can have on anti-social behaviour.
The plan also states that officers will continue using crime data and community feedback to identify anti-social behaviour hotspots, allowing patrols to be deployed where and when they are most needed. Depending on local intelligence, both uniformed and plain-clothed patrols may be used.
More than 22,000 reports across Derbyshire
Figures included in the action plan show Derbyshire Police recorded 22,760 reports of anti-social behaviour between 1 April 2024 and 31 March 2025.
Of those incidents:
- 83% were classed as nuisance behaviour.
- 10% involved personal anti-social behaviour, such as harassment or intimidation.
- 6% were environmental issues, including fly-tipping and littering.
Police and Crime Commissioner
Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner Nicolle Ndiweni-Roberts said tackling anti-social behaviour remained one of the biggest concerns raised by residents and businesses.
She said the action plan provides a clear reference point for the public, demonstrates how police and partner organisations are working together, and forms part of Derbyshire’s commitment to the national Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee.
Residents are also being encouraged to complete Derbyshire Police’s Community Voice survey, with feedback helping to shape the priorities of local Safer Neighbourhood Teams.
Have your say
Anti-social behaviour remains one of the issues most frequently raised with Ilkeston News, whether it’s nuisance bikes and vehicles, vandalism, drug-related activity, fly-tipping or disruptive behaviour in public spaces.
Where do you think police and partner agencies should focus their efforts in Ilkeston? Let us know in the comments.
You can read the full report on the Derbyshire Police website.