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Councillors divided on making 'aggressive begging' a public offence

The number of homeless people in Weston-super-Mare is rising.

North Somerset Council

Carrington Walker

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North Somerset councillors delayed judgement on whether or not 'aggressive begging' should be considered a public offence which could result in a £75 fine and possible legal prosecution. During the latest executive meeting, North Somerset...