Homes in Sedgemoor Housing Officers: Champions for Safe and Peaceful Communities

At Homes in Sedgemoor, we believe that everyone has the right to live in a safe home and community. This principle is a cornerstone of our corporate strategy, and we take it very seriously. Our Housing Officers work tirelessly to support victims of anti-social behaviour and ensure that all customers can enjoy a peaceful living environment.

While we see evictions as a last resort, there are times when injunctions and other tools do not suffice, and we must refer cases to court to request possession of a property. Our preference is always to collaborate with customers to address anti-social behaviour and support them in changing their behaviour. However, we also have to protect those affected by such behaviour.

Recently, we had a case where we obtained possession of a customer’s property due to the severe impact their behaviour was having on the lives of others in the area. The victims were subjected to daily disturbances, including shouting, loud music, and other serious anti-social activities. Despite our efforts to resolve the issue through tenancy action and obtaining an injunction, the behaviour persisted, leading us to seek a possession order.

This process involved gathering extensive evidence and witness statements from those affected to present a compelling case in court. Throughout this process, we ensured that the customer causing the issues received the necessary support and safeguarding measures. However, we could not allow the disruptive behaviour to continue impacting the lives of other customers.

Thanks to the dedication and hard work of our Housing Officers, the affected customers can now live in peace, free from anti-social behaviour. This case highlights the critical role our housing officers play in maintaining safe and harmonious communities.

We encourage anyone experiencing anti-social behaviour to report it to us promptly. Homes in Sedgemoor is committed to taking swift and effective action to protect our customers and uphold their right to a safe and secure home.