Council warns residents following traffic warden attacks
One of the assaults in Welshpool went viral on social media after the body cam footage showed a man using disgraceful language to abuse a female traffic warden behind the Town Hall. The second happened in Llanidloes.
And now residents are being reminded by Powys County Council that abuse, threats, intimidation and violence towards staff will not be tolerated.
Emma Palmer, the council’s Chief Executive, said: “Our staff deserve to feel safe and respected at work. They are simply doing their jobs on behalf of the communities they live in and serve. We will not accept staff being threatened, intimidated or assaulted under any circumstances.”
The council has a zero tolerance approach to abuse directed at its workforce, including physical violence, verbal abuse, harassment, intimidation and threatening behaviour. Where necessary, the council said it will work closely with the police and take appropriate action to protect staff.
The council is now calling on everyone who interacts with its services to treat employees with courtesy and respect, even when disagreements arise.
“Most people engage with us politely and constructively, and we thank them for that,” said Emma Palmer.
“However, incidents like this are deeply concerning. Nobody should come to work fearing for their safety.”
Anyone wishing to raise concerns or complaints about council services is encouraged to do so by visitinghttps://en.powys.gov.uk/complaints
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