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The Irish Sun
6 days ago
- The Irish Sun
Britain's ‘busiest beach' introduces strict alcohol rule as thousands flock to seaside this weekend
ONE of the UK's most popular beaches has announced a huge crackdown on anti-social behaviour ahead of this weekend. With temperatures Advertisement 3 Bournemouth beach is one of the most popular in the country Credit: AFP 3 The measures come after a huge brawl broke out on Bournemouth beach last month Credit: YouTube / Coypondboy 3 Young men were seen throwing glass at the police Credit: YouTube / Coypondboy However, anyone who gets a bit too merry on Bournemouth beach faces being slapped with fines, and having their alcohol seized. Dorset Police has revealed it is deploying extra patrols around Bournemouth seafront this weekend, as thousands are expected to descend on the sandy beach. The increased security comes after a hurling glass at police officers. Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council and Dorset Police have revealed they plan to use a range of measures to prevent the violence from happening again. Advertisement Read more news stories Ch Supt Heather Dixey said: "Violence and disorder on Bournemouth beach will absolutely not be tolerated and anyone who is identified as being involved will be robustly dealt with." As well as confiscating alcohol, police will take away Officers will also ask disruptive individuals to leave the beach, where necessary. A Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) has been put in place for the coastline from Sandbanks to Highcliffe, and gives police the power to deal with people who are aggressive, urinate in public, swear, play loud music or light a BBQ between 7am and 6pm. Advertisement Most read in The Sun Exclusive Police can issue fines of £100 to anyone who breaches the order, reduced to £75 if it is paid within 14 days. Beachgoers have also been warned to park responsibly after BCP Council issued 1300 parking tickets and towed 10 vehicles during the previous June heatwave weekend. Moment mass brawl erupts on UK beach as topless teens 'hurl glass at cops' Community Safety Accreditation Scheme officers have also been deployed by the council to patrol busy areas. The authority said: "We continue to work closely with Dorset Police and alongside partner agencies to help manage the influx of visitors to ensure everyone has a good weekend." Advertisement Huge brawl The terrifying brawl which occurred on Bournemouth beach on June 30 broke out after a fight in the nearby Lower Gardens. The fight had resulted in a teenage girl being injured and rushed to hospital. How to keep cool in a heatwave Most of us welcome hot weather, but when it's too hot, there are health risks. Here are three ways to keep cool according to the NHS... Keep out of the heat if you can. If you have to go outside, stay in the shade especially between 11am and 3pm, wear sunscreen, a hat and light clothes, and avoid exercise or activity that makes you hotter. Cool yourself down. Have cold food and drinks, avoid alcohol, caffeine and hot drinks, and have a cool shower or put cool water on your skin or clothes. Keep your living space cool. Close windows during the day and open them at night when the temperature outside has gone down. Electric fans can help if the temperature is below 35 degrees. Check the temperature of rooms, especially where people at higher risk live and sleep. Social media footage caught the subsequent brawl on film , as shirtless yobs clashed with police. Some of the youths hurled projectiles at the police, while glass could be heard shattering on the ground. Advertisement In a second video depicting the wrestling a rioter to the ground, whilst being surrounded by several young people. A witness can be heard saying that 'two women' were fighting 'bare-knuckle' under 'the pier'. He added that 'two men' had started another fight elsewhere and that 'four police officers' had been 'assaulted'. In a moment of sarcasm, a holidaymaker can be heard saying: 'Welcome to Britain!' Advertisement A 22-year-old man from An 18-year-old man from Hackney has also been arrested on suspicion of assault, affray and assault by beating of an emergency worker.
Scottish Sun
6 days ago
- Scottish Sun
Britain's ‘busiest beach' introduces strict alcohol rule as thousands flock to seaside this weekend
The measures come after a huge brawl broke out on the beach during the last heatwave BEACH PLEASE Britain's 'busiest beach' introduces strict alcohol rule as thousands flock to seaside this weekend Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ONE of the UK's most popular beaches has announced a huge crackdown on anti-social behaviour ahead of this weekend. With temperatures skyrocketing over 30C again this weekend, Brits will be flocking to their local beaches for a well-earned relax in the sun. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Bournemouth beach is one of the most popular in the country Credit: AFP 3 The measures come after a huge brawl broke out on Bournemouth beach last month Credit: YouTube / Coypondboy 3 Young men were seen throwing glass at the police Credit: YouTube / Coypondboy However, anyone who gets a bit too merry on Bournemouth beach faces being slapped with fines, and having their alcohol seized. Dorset Police has revealed it is deploying extra patrols around Bournemouth seafront this weekend, as thousands are expected to descend on the sandy beach. The increased security comes after a huge brawl broke out on the beach last month, with topless youths hurling glass at police officers. Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council and Dorset Police have revealed they plan to use a range of measures to prevent the violence from happening again. Ch Supt Heather Dixey said: "Violence and disorder on Bournemouth beach will absolutely not be tolerated and anyone who is identified as being involved will be robustly dealt with." As well as confiscating alcohol, police will take away nitrous oxide and other illegal substances from beachgoers causing trouble. Officers will also ask disruptive individuals to leave the beach, where necessary. A Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) has been put in place for the coastline from Sandbanks to Highcliffe, and gives police the power to deal with people who are aggressive, urinate in public, swear, play loud music or light a BBQ between 7am and 6pm. Police can issue fines of £100 to anyone who breaches the order, reduced to £75 if it is paid within 14 days. Beachgoers have also been warned to park responsibly after BCP Council issued 1300 parking tickets and towed 10 vehicles during the previous June heatwave weekend. Moment mass brawl erupts on UK beach as topless teens 'hurl glass at cops' Community Safety Accreditation Scheme officers have also been deployed by the council to patrol busy areas. The authority said: "We continue to work closely with Dorset Police and alongside partner agencies to help manage the influx of visitors to ensure everyone has a good weekend." Huge brawl The terrifying brawl which occurred on Bournemouth beach on June 30 broke out after a fight in the nearby Lower Gardens. The fight had resulted in a teenage girl being injured and rushed to hospital. How to keep cool in a heatwave Most of us welcome hot weather, but when it's too hot, there are health risks. Here are three ways to keep cool according to the NHS... Keep out of the heat if you can. If you have to go outside, stay in the shade especially between 11am and 3pm, wear sunscreen, a hat and light clothes, and avoid exercise or activity that makes you hotter. Cool yourself down. Have cold food and drinks, avoid alcohol, caffeine and hot drinks, and have a cool shower or put cool water on your skin or clothes. Keep your living space cool. Close windows during the day and open them at night when the temperature outside has gone down. Electric fans can help if the temperature is below 35 degrees. Check the temperature of rooms, especially where people at higher risk live and sleep. Social media footage caught the subsequent brawl on film, as shirtless yobs clashed with police. Some of the youths hurled projectiles at the police, while glass could be heard shattering on the ground. In a second video depicting the Bournemouth brawl, one officer can be seen wrestling a rioter to the ground, whilst being surrounded by several young people. A witness can be heard saying that 'two women' were fighting 'bare-knuckle' under 'the pier'. He added that 'two men' had started another fight elsewhere and that 'four police officers' had been 'assaulted'. In a moment of sarcasm, a holidaymaker can be heard saying: 'Welcome to Britain!' A 22-year-old man from Newbury, Berkshire, was arrested on suspicion of assaulting an emergency worker but they have now been released on police bail. An 18-year-old man from Hackney has also been arrested on suspicion of assault, affray and assault by beating of an emergency worker.
The Sun
6 days ago
- The Sun
Britain's ‘busiest beach' introduces strict alcohol rule as thousands flock to seaside this weekend
ONE of the UK's most popular beaches has announced a huge crackdown on anti-social behaviour ahead of this weekend. With temperatures skyrocketing over 30C again this weekend, Brits will be flocking to their local beaches for a well-earned relax in the sun. 3 3 3 However, anyone who gets a bit too merry on Bournemouth beach faces being slapped with fines, and having their alcohol seized. Dorset Police has revealed it is deploying extra patrols around Bournemouth seafront this weekend, as thousands are expected to descend on the sandy beach. The increased security comes after a huge brawl broke out on the beach last month, with topless youths hurling glass at police officers. Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council and Dorset Police have revealed they plan to use a range of measures to prevent the violence from happening again. Ch Supt Heather Dixey said: "Violence and disorder on Bournemouth beach will absolutely not be tolerated and anyone who is identified as being involved will be robustly dealt with." As well as confiscating alcohol, police will take away nitrous oxide and other illegal substances from beachgoers causing trouble. Officers will also ask disruptive individuals to leave the beach, where necessary. A Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) has been put in place for the coastline from Sandbanks to Highcliffe, and gives police the power to deal with people who are aggressive, urinate in public, swear, play loud music or light a BBQ between 7am and 6pm. Police can issue fines of £100 to anyone who breaches the order, reduced to £75 if it is paid within 14 days. Beachgoers have also been warned to park responsibly after BCP Council issued 1300 parking tickets and towed 10 vehicles during the previous June heatwave weekend. Moment mass brawl erupts on UK beach as topless teens 'hurl glass at cops' Community Safety Accreditation Scheme officers have also been deployed by the council to patrol busy areas. The authority said: "We continue to work closely with Dorset Police and alongside partner agencies to help manage the influx of visitors to ensure everyone has a good weekend." Huge brawl The terrifying brawl which occurred on Bournemouth beach on June 30 broke out after a fight in the nearby Lower Gardens. The fight had resulted in a teenage girl being injured and rushed to hospital. How to keep cool in a heatwave Most of us welcome hot weather, but when it's too hot, there are health risks. Here are three ways to keep cool according to the NHS... Keep out of the heat if you can. If you have to go outside, stay in the shade especially between 11am and 3pm, wear sunscreen, a hat and light clothes, and avoid exercise or activity that makes you hotter. Cool yourself down. Have cold food and drinks, avoid alcohol, caffeine and hot drinks, and have a cool shower or put cool water on your skin or clothes. Keep your living space cool. Close windows during the day and open them at night when the temperature outside has gone down. Electric fans can help if the temperature is below 35 degrees. Check the temperature of rooms, especially where people at higher risk live and sleep. Social media footage caught the subsequent brawl on film, as shirtless yobs clashed with police. Some of the youths hurled projectiles at the police, while glass could be heard shattering on the ground. In a second video depicting the Bournemouth brawl, one officer can be seen wrestling a rioter to the ground, whilst being surrounded by several young people. A witness can be heard saying that 'two women' were fighting 'bare-knuckle' under 'the pier'. He added that 'two men' had started another fight elsewhere and that 'four police officers' had been 'assaulted'. In a moment of sarcasm, a holidaymaker can be heard saying: 'Welcome to Britain!' A 22-year-old man from Newbury, Berkshire, was arrested on suspicion of assaulting an emergency worker but they have now been released on police bail. An 18-year-old man from Hackney has also been arrested on suspicion of assault, affray and assault by beating of an emergency worker.
Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Daily Mail
Popular UK beach cracks down with strict alcohol rules this summer
Alcohol will be seized from people at Bournemouth Beach as part of a crackdown on antisocial behaviour. Police officers will be able to confiscate alcohol, nitrous oxide and other substances where appropriate. Dorset Police have said that extra officers will be out on patrol at the beach this weekend as another heatwave is set to hit the UK. During the last heatwave in June, several officers were injured in clashes with groups at Bournemouth Pier. The police have warned that any aggressive behaviour could result in fixed penalty notices. Ch Supt Heather Dixey warned: 'Violence and disorder on Bournemouth beach will absolutely not be tolerated and anyone who is identified as being involved will be robustly dealt with.' The warning following reports that plans for more violence have been circulating on social media with the beach expected to be crowded. The coastline from Sandbanks to Highcliffe is covered by a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) which allows officers to address bad behaviour including aggression, loud music and public urination. Community Safety Accreditation officers from the council will also be patrolling at the beach this weekend. The council will monitor the area using CCTV to manage crowds and reduce crime. It said: 'We continue to work closely with Dorset Police and alongside partner agencies to help manage the influx of visitors to ensure everyone has a good weekend.' Visitors have also been warned to park responsibly at the beach after 1,300 parking tickets were issued to drivers during the June heatwave. On its website, Bournemouth Council warns that visitors may be prosecuted if they light an open fire at Bournemouth Beach or attempt to camp anywhere along the seafront. Bournemouth Beach is one of the UK's best-rated beaches on Tripadvisor and has won awards. However, recent visitors on Tripadvisor have complained of litter and overcrowding at the popular Dorset hotspot. One visitor said there was 'lots of rubbish everywhere' while another said the beach was 'overcrowded' with 'lots of alcohol'. Despite this, another visitor described the beach as 'just brilliant for a laid-back day by the sea'. It comes as new research has revealed the British beaches with the worst litter problems - with daytrippers reporting some of their shocking finds during trips to the seaside, including human waste, drug paraphernalia and broken glass. Plastic waste experts at released data based on TripAdvisor reviews naming and shaming British sands where you're likely to encounter other people's waste. Topping the list is bucket-and-spade resort Skegness on the Lincolnshire, with one of the worst reviews, posted in June this year, reporting grim accounts of 'human waste and serviettes covered in faeces' being left on the sands.
BBC News
6 days ago
- BBC News
Alcohol to be seized in Bournemouth Beach disorder crackdown
Alcohol will be seized and fines issued as police prepare to tackle antisocial behaviour on beaches amid the ongoing heatwave this weekend. Dorset Police said extra patrols would be deployed along the seafront as thousands of visitors are expected to descend on Bournemouth. The force said aggressive behaviour could result in fixed penalty noticesThe warning follows serious disorder near Bournemouth Pier during the last heatwave in June, when several officers were injured in clashes with groups of young people. Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council and Dorset Police said they were ready to use a range of powers to prevent a repeat of the violence, amid reports on social media suggesting plans for organised Supt Heather Dixey said: "Violence and disorder on Bournemouth beach will absolutely not be tolerated and anyone who is identified as being involved will be robustly dealt with." Officers will confiscate alcohol, nitrous oxide and other illegal substances where appropriate. Section 35 dispersal powers will also be used to move individuals away from the area if necessary.A Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) covering the coastline from Sandbanks to Highcliffe allows police and council officers to address behaviours such as aggression, swearing, loud music, public urination and BBQs being lit between 07:00 and 18: penalty notices of £100 may be issued to anyone believed to have breached the order, reduced to £75 if paid within 14 Council has urged visitors to park responsibly. During the previous heatwave weekend in June, more than 1,300 parking tickets were issued and 10 vehicles were towed.A multi-agency control room will monitor CCTV to help manage crowds, reduce crime and support public council will also be deploying Community Safety Accreditation Scheme officers to patrol particularly busy areas. The authority said: "We continue to work closely with Dorset Police and alongside partner agencies to help manage the influx of visitors to ensure everyone has a good weekend." You can follow BBC Dorset on Facebook, X (Twitter), or Instagram.
