Bridlington: Signs warn of fines for anti-social behaviour

Anyone caught breaking the rules could be fined up to £1,000

New signs have been put up in Bridlington warning people could be fined for revving car engines or playing loud music.

A public spaces protection order (PSPO) was introduced in the North Marine Drive area last year.

The signs have now been installed after some people said they were not aware of the rules.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council said it hoped to see a drop in anti-social behaviour over the next 12 months.

The authority said it worked with members of the public on the signs which have been installed in the partly residential area which includes a hotel, care home and blocks of flats.

No fines yet

The PSPO was introduced in March 2023 after several complaints to the council and Humberside Police.

Offenders could be fined up to £1,000.

Councillor Leo Hammond, the council's Cabinet member for planning, communities, and public protection, said: "So far, since the PSPO has been in place, we have not had to issue any fines, but have sent out over 20 letters."

A separate PSPO was introduced in Bridlington in July 2023 to stop people jumping or "tombstoning" from the harbour and sea walls.

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