Seven banned from local pubs

Seven people have been banned from Newtown pubs and licensed premises as part of the Behave or Be Banned scheme.

Police confirmed that at a recent meeting of the PubWatch committee, seven individuals who had been involved in alcohol related crime and disorder in the town had been banned.

The ban also covers pubs in the surrounding area.

Newtown Police Sergeant Stephen Vaughan said: “BOBB is an effective tool to help prevent, reduce and tackle alcohol related offences within our communities.

"In addition, those who are found in possession of illegal controlled drugs on licenced premises can also be taken forward for discussion with a view to being banned.

"This ban prevents all those listed from entering any licensed premises in Newtown and the surrounding area."

"Licensees will not tolerate anti-social behaviour in their premises and BOBB keeps such people out, making it safer and more enjoyable for everyone else. The message is simple – Behave or Be Banned."