Antisocial behaviour forces temporary closure of Frodsham Street public toilets

By Dherran Titherington 28th Jul 2025

There has been a series of incidents at the Frodsham Street toilets (Image via: Google)
There has been a series of incidents at the Frodsham Street toilets (Image via: Google)

The public toilets on Frodsham Street will close for a month following repeated antisocial behaviour.

From 29 July, the Chester city centre toilet facilities will be temporarily closed as part of a multi-agency campaign to address crime in the area.

"A small number of individuals have been involved in a series of incidents at the Frodsham Street toilets, causing serious disruption in the area," said Councillor Stuart Bingham.

The council has revealed it is taking a "muti-agency approach" to the issue.

It is hoped that the temporary closure will provide "immediate respite to surrounding businesses", whilst helping to break the "cycle of offending".

Cllr Bingham added: "We are working with Cheshire Police and partners to protect residents, businesses, and visitors from anti-social behaviour and crime.

"Action is being taken against those responsible, plus measures to prevent further harm to the community.

"We will seek prosecution where we can and offer support to any vulnerable individuals who are not breaking the law. Our responsibility is to protect the community."

Chester Local Policing Unit Commander, Chief Inspector Paul Fegan, added: "We continue to work in partnership with the Local Authority to make Chester even safer.

"Through listening to local concerns we're working to tackle the issues that cause the most concern within the community. This is one of a number of measures being taken locally to address the issue."

The Council's 'spend a penny initiative' provides information on toilet provision within shopping areas.

Designed to give shoppers the choice of toilet access, businesses have been asked what facilities they have, times of access and what the conditions of access are.

Both Chester and Winsford are included with more areas across the borough to be added.

Details about the location of public toilets is on the council website here.

     

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