Car anti-social order could widen in Westminster

Westminster Council plans to extend its public space protection order (PSPO) to include Soho and Mayfair, addressing rising anti-social vehicle use. A report pointed to a growing issue with car racing and engine revving in the West End, particularly on Bond Street. The New West End Company reported 33 car meet incidents from April 2023 to June 2025, prompting police intervention on 25 occasions. Since the PSPO's implementation in 2021, the council has issued 368 fixed penalty notices for violations, underlining the community's mounting concerns. The final decision on the expansion will be made on August 20, with new measures expected to take effect on August 29.

Local businesses, supported by the Soho Society, have voiced their approval of the proposed changes. Council officials are committed to a zero-tolerance approach to illegal driving, citing public safety as a priority. The report also recommends renewing the PSPO until August 2028, allowing for stricter enforcement of regulations.