Skateboarders Being Forced Out Of Town Centres

The video discusses the contrasting views on skateboarding in urban areas, highlighting it as a sport that adds vibrancy versus a nuisance. It explains the use of Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPOs) under the 2014 Antisocial Behavior Crime and Policing Act to address community nuisances, including skateboarding. The video details how councils like Kettering are using these powers, sparking community petitions and debates. It also covers the proactive efforts of skaters, particularly in London's South Bank, to resist such measures and advocate for their place in urban centers.

What is the purpose of Public Spaces Protection Orders?

What challenges do skaters face in convincing councils and communities of their place in town centers?