ASB Consultations Miss Young People

Landlords are failing to consult some groups of tenants on anti-social behaviour policy due to an over reliance on traditional methods of engagement. A survey, Working with residents and communities to tackle anti-social behaviour, has found 71 per cent of landlords believe they need to improve communications with young men, with a similar figure for young women. The research suggests this is because the traditional methods of engagement most commonly used by landlords, such as estate walkabouts, tend to target older residents. It suggests using techniques such as online surveys and social networking to improve participation. Read more on Inside Housing.