Local Liberal Democrat leader Cllr Chris Millington has welcomed Home Office funding of £48,000 for a family support project to help tackle anti social behaviour.

The project aims to support families identified as exhibiting serious anti-social behaviour, to help them avoid the very serious consequences that may follow if they cannot change certain aspects of their lives.

The funding will also cover the cost of a caseworker for another year, to continue to reduce anti-social behaviour in the town. Chris says:

"This is good news for the families concerned. The level and duration of support needed does vary, but each family receives a minimum of four months' support. The additional funding means that this valuable support project can continue into the next financial year."