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The Cabinet of Camden Council met on Tuesday 09 June 2026, approving a new procurement strategy for dockless bike hire services and a borough-wide Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) to address anti-social behaviour related to alcohol consumption. The meeting also saw the approval of the procurement strategy for dockless bike hire services, which will involve a price/quality split of 40/60 and a contract term of five years.
Procurement Strategy for Dockless Bike Hire Services
The Cabinet approved a procurement strategy for dockless bike hire (DBH) services, aiming to enhance cycling in the borough and support wider council objectives such as improving air quality and reducing carbon emissions. The strategy includes a price/quality split of 40/60, with a contract term of five years and a break clause after two years. The estimated aggregate value of the contracts is £82 million. Authority to award the contract was delegated to the Executive Director of Investment Place and Opportunity, following consultation with the Cabinet Member for Planning and a Sustainable Camden. This decision aligns with the council's commitment to promoting active travel as outlined in the Camden Transport Strategy1 and the Camden Climate Action Plan2.
Proposal for a Borough-Wide Public Spaces Protection Order to Promote Responsible Consumption of Alcohol
A Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) was approved for a period of three years, commencing on 6th July 2026, to address anti-social behaviour (ASB) associated with alcohol consumption in public spaces. The order will allow authorised officers to request individuals to stop drinking or surrender alcohol, with a fixed penalty notice (FPN) of £100, or £60 if paid within 14 days. This measure is intended to tackle issues such as noise, intimidation, and public disorder, which have been identified as significant concerns for residents3. The PSPO supports the Camden Council's Alcohol Strategy 2025-20304 and aims to create safer communities, aligning with the We Make Camden
vision5. Authority to implement the order, including finalising signage and publicity, was delegated to the Director of Recreation and Public Safety, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Safer Communities.
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The Camden Transport Strategy sets out the council's long-term vision and plans for transport in the borough, aiming to create a sustainable, accessible, and safe transport system. ↩
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The Camden Climate Action Plan outlines the council's strategy and commitments to address climate change, including promoting sustainable travel and reducing carbon emissions. ↩
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Evidence presented in the reports indicated that residents have experienced significant anti-social behaviour linked to street drinking, including noise, intimidation, and feelings of unsafety, particularly during nighttime hours. ↩
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The Camden Council's Alcohol Strategy 2025-2030 outlines the council's commitment to reducing harm from alcohol and promoting responsible consumption within the borough. ↩
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We Make Camden
is the council's vision for the borough, developed in partnership with the community, aiming to create a place where everyone can thrive. ↩
Delegated decisions linked to this meeting
Decision summaries below are AI-generated from the council’s published record. Check the council source or the full decision page before relying on them.
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The Director of Partnerships, Participation and Communications agreed to allocate We Make Camden Project Fund grants to 17 organisations for 2026/2027 and 2027/2028. This decision was made on 13/04/2026 and involves a total of £542,788.
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Proposal for a Borough-Wide Public Spaces Protection Order to Promote Responsible Consumption of Alcohol (IPO/2026/09)
For DeterminationCamden's Cabinet decided to approve the introduction of a borough-wide Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) to promote responsible alcohol consumption on 9 June 2026. The order prohibits refusing to stop drinking or surrender alcohol when requested by an authorised officer. The Cabinet agreed to a fixed penalty notice of £100, discounted to £60 if paid within 14 days, and delegated authority to the Director of Recreation and Public Safety to implement the order.
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