Milton Keynes City Council is asking residents and businesses to share their thoughts on its proposals to extend the action it’s taking against dangerous and anti-social car cruising.
The city council is looking to extend the Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) that it first introduced in 2022. It allows the police and authorised officers to take action against vehicle-related anti-social behaviour, including street racing, reckless driving and public nuisance. The current PSPO is due to expire in January 2026 and the city council is proposing a three-year extension, so it can continue to take a strong stance against the issue.
Since the PSPO was introduced, more than 400 instances of dangerous or disruptive driving have been addressed through enforcement action in partnership with Thames Valley Police.
In recent months, following reports of noise and nuisance complaints, efforts have been stepped up with more police patrols, arrests and vehicle-related fines having been issued. Specialised CCTV cameras are now in place across the city to monitor activity.
“We know that most car enthusiasts are responsible, but there is a clear line between enjoying a hobby and putting others in danger. The safety of our residents comes first and we’ll continue to take tough action against anyone who puts lives at risk. This consultation is an opportunity for people to tell us what’s working well in curbing these activities and how we can make further improvements.”
Further information and details on how to respond are available on the city council website. The consultation is open until 27 October 2025.