Published: Thursday, 3rd September 2026
Reports of anti-social behaviour at Linkway Retail Park in Cannock have fallen significantly thanks to joint action by Cannock Chase Council, Staffordshire Police, and the retail park's owners and managing agents.
The retail park had previously been identified as a hotspot for vehicle-related anti-social behaviour, including organised car meets, excessive noise, racing, and stunts in the car park. Retailers also raised concerns about incidents occurring after stores had closed, including reports of staff feeling intimidated when leaving the site.
In response, a multi-agency approach was established, bringing together Cannock Chase Council, Staffordshire Police, and the retail park's owners to develop and implement measures aimed at tackling the issues.
Enforcement activity has included the use of Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) warnings, Section 59 warnings and, where appropriate, the seizure of vehicles involved in anti-social behaviour.
Since June 2026, Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) and CCTV cameras have also been installed across the retail park.
The additional security measures, combined with targeted enforcement activity, have helped to deliver a marked reduction in reports of anti-social behaviour from both nearby residents and businesses operating within the retail park.
Councillor Georgina Jeffery, Community Safety and Wellbeing Portfolio Leader at Cannock Chase Council, said: "Anti-social behaviour can have a significant impact on residents, businesses and visitors, which is why it is so important that organisations work together to address these issues. Through our close partnership with Staffordshire Police and the owners and managing agents of Linkway Retail Park, we have been able to take positive action that is making a real difference.
"The reduction in incidents demonstrates what can be achieved when partners share information, coordinate enforcement activity and invest in preventative measures. We will continue working together to ensure Linkway Retail Park remains a safe and welcoming place for everyone."
Matthew Scotchmer from CBRE Management, said: “The improvements delivered at Linkway Retail Park demonstrate the value of strong partnership working between the landlord, CBRE, Cannock Chase Council, Staffordshire Police and local stakeholders.
“By working together to identify the issues and implement targeted security measures, we have seen a significant reduction in anti-social behaviour and an overall improvement in the environment for occupiers, customers and the wider community.”
Inspector David Shorter, of the Cannock local policing team, said: “Through talking to residents and partners, Linkway Retail Park was identified as a hotspot for car meets, car racing and excessive noise.
“We used a range of enforcement powers, such as Section 59 notices, to crack down against vehicle-related anti-social behaviour which has resulted in a reduced number of reports.
"We know the impact that this type of behaviour can have on local residents and businesses and we are continuing to work proactively to target anti-social behaviour with our partners in Cannock."
Residents, businesses and visitors are encouraged to continue reporting anti-social behaviour so that partners can respond quickly and appropriately. Reports can be made to Staffordshire Police by calling 101, using the Staffordshire Police website, or by calling 999 in an emergency.