Drug taking.

Issued 03 February 2026

PC Howard has been working proactively to address this by carrying out welfare checks on vulnerable individuals who may be at risk of exploitation by drug users or dealers.

He has also been conducting proactive patrols and stop and searches to identify drug users, remove drugs from circulation and gather intelligence. This issue affects the wider Thanet district, and as part of ongoing enforcement work, several recent arrests have been made for drug‑dealing offences. Each arrest removes offenders from the streets and generates further intelligence, helping to disrupt drug‑supply lines.

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Actioned 17 March 2026

Antisocial behaviour - nuisance.

Issued 03 February 2026

Antisocial behaviour (ASB) has been identified as a ward priority for Nethercourt, and PC Howard is actively addressing it. Recent concerns have centred on the St Lawrence area, with reports of drug taking and antisocial behaviour.

Local officers are working closely with partner agencies, including Thanet District Council and local homeless support services, to understand the causes of these issues and put effective solutions in place.

Increased patrols have been deployed in problem areas to deter offending, provide reassurance and take firm action against individuals involved in ASB.

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Actioned 17 March 2026

E-scooters/e-bikes.

Issued 03 February 2026

The use of privately owned e‑scooters and certain types of e‑bikes on public roads remains illegal. These vehicles continue to be seized across Thanet, and riders may face prosecution for associated driving offences.

Because they are often linked to antisocial behaviour, this has become a priority for the Nethercourt ward. PC Howard has been stopping riders when seen and taking firm enforcement action to deter illegal use.

The Child‑Centred Policing Team is also visiting schools across Thanet to deliver educational sessions explaining the legal consequences of e‑scooter use and encouraging young people not to obtain or ride them illegally.

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Actioned 17 March 2026