Closure orders issued for Uxbridge and Hayes tower blocks due to complaints of drug use and antisocial behaviour, aiming to improve resident safety.
Fairlie House and The Gouldings in Uxbridge now have restrictions. Skeffington Court in Hayes is also affected. This is due to resident complaints reporting feeling unsafe there.
People mentioned drug use and public urination. Loud arguments and rough sleeping also occurred. The orders limit access for three months; only residents and authorized people can enter.
Authorized visitors are allowed, including landlords, police, and emergency services. Utility providers still have access. Anyone else entering faces penalties, including fines or jail time.
These orders are in place for three months. After that, they will review the situation and may decide to renew the orders. The council has used these before.
Last December, they closed parts of Sutcliffe House and Harding House in Hayes. These buildings had issues. This aimed to stop bad behavior there.
Residents like these actions so far. The council will likely extend the orders then, as actions already make folks feel more secure.