Antisocial Behaviour
How can I can receive support and guidance if I am a victim or witness to ASB?
Support is available. Whether you’re experiencing noise disturbances, intimidation, vandalism, or other forms of ASB, there are services ready to help you and your family. Below, you’ll find a range of organisations that offer guidance, protection, and practical support.
Victim Support Scotland
Victim Support Scotland (VSS) have specialists who can provide personalised support and information to you and anyone you know who might be affected by the crime or anti social behaviour.
Dealing with ASB is hard but VSS can help you cope with the effects by:
- providing support by phone or face-to-face – it helps to have someone to talk to
- speaking to the different agencies involved on your behalf
- reassuring you that they’re listening to you and will take action if possible
- keeping you up to date with what’s being done
- helping you understand the process of tackling crime and antisocial behaviour, which can take a long time
- giving you advice about your personal safety and home security
- supporting you in mediation to try to resolve the problem
- helping you contact other agencies and services that can also offer help
- supporting you if a case goes to court.
You can get in touch by:
- Calling 0800 160 1985 (free national support line)
- Calling 01475 787300 (the local Inverclyde line)
- Using the 24/7 live chat
- Victim Support Online Portal
Citizens Advice Scotland
Citizens Advice Scotland provides free, confidential advice to help you understand your rights and options if you're experiencing ASB. They can support you in dealing with issues like noise, harassment, vandalism, and neighbour disputes. Their advisers can guide you through reporting the behaviour, accessing
mediation services, and working with your landlord or local council to resolve the problem.
Click here to visit Citizens Advice Scotland