Council seizes Leigh property after anti-social behaviour

A possession order was granted by Wigan and Leigh Magistrates’ Court for 34A Cecil Street after extensive attempts were made to provide support to the tenant, the local authority said.

Through its Community Safety Partnership work, the council worked closely with Greater Manchester Police and local partners to enforce the order, with the aim of protecting the wellbeing and safety of neighbouring residents.

The council received numerous reports of anti‑social behaviour connected to the tenant at the property. The behaviour included intimidation, nuisance incidents and an assault on a neighbouring resident. Residents also reported feeling distressed and unsafe as a result.

Multiple steps were taken before court action was pursued, including warnings, an anti‑social behaviour injunction, a notice of seeking possession and referrals for support. Despite these interventions, the behaviour continued.

In a statement, Wigan Council said: “We have a duty to protect residents from persistent anti-social behaviour.

“This possession order was only taken after extensive attempts to offer support and secure positive change.”