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To: Corby County Council
Don't fine people for begging in Corby
Don't use Public Space Protection Orders to fine people for rough sleeping or begging. Treat the homeless with respect, it makes me sick that you would think of such a thing.
Why is this important?
The idea of fining those who already have so little, that they are forced to sleep out in the cold or ask for food and money is a cruel and heartless act. This is attacking vulnerable people and does not resolving the issues homeless people face.
Other campaigns have successfully stopped other councils from imposing similar fines.
You can read about the PSPO on the Corby council website here:
"The PSPO prohibits: Persons not to beg within the area covered by the PSPO"
http://www.corby.gov.uk/public-space-protection-order-place-tackle-anti-social-drinking
