Possession order follows police-led drugs case
Caerphilly County Borough Council has obtained a court-ordered possession of a council-owned property in Bargoed after the contract holder was convicted of offences linked to the supply of Class A drugs. The case stemmed from a Gwent Police investigation that led to arrest and subsequent imprisonment for offences involving cocaine.
The Council’s Caerphilly Homes Anti-Social Behaviour Team initiated proceedings under the terms of the occupation contract. A judge granted the order having considered the gravity of the crimes and their effect on neighbours and the wider locality. Council officers said the outcome reflects sustained joint working with police to intervene when criminal activity is associated with a council tenancy.
Council stance on drug-related activity
Senior councillors have linked the decision to a broader effort to keep neighbourhoods safe and to deter illegal use of social housing. In a statement, the Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Housing, Cllr Shayne Cook, said the authority would continue to take firm action alongside partners.
“Drug-related activity can leader to wider issues for local communities, including anti-social behaviour and crime. This case demonstrates the Council’s commitment to work with partners, including Gwent Police to take firm and decisive action to ensure our homes are not used for illegal activities.”
Officials stressed that tenancy enforcement is one of several tools available when behaviour at or around a property undermines residents’ safety and wellbeing. Where evidence indicates serious criminality associated with a dwelling, the Council can seek possession through the courts to prevent further harm.
Impact on residents and how to raise concerns
Drug supply and associated anti-social behaviour are frequently cited by residents as issues that erode confidence in their streets. The Council’s approach, delivered through Caerphilly Homes in partnership with Gwent Police, is intended to provide visible consequences for serious breaches while signposting people to report concerns promptly.
- Residents are urged to report anti-social behaviour linked to Caerphilly Homes contract holders, their households or visitors.
- Information shared with the Anti-Social Behaviour Team can help the Council and police gather evidence and act.
- Those with immediate safety concerns should contact the police using established emergency and non-emergency channels.
Reporting routes
Caerphilly Homes has encouraged anyone experiencing or witnessing anti-social behaviour connected to council tenancies to get in touch with its specialist team. The following contact details have been provided for residents:
| Service | Contact |
|---|---|
| Anti-Social Behaviour Team (Caerphilly Homes) | 01443 811440 |
| Anti-Social Behaviour Team (Email) | asb@caerphilly.gov.uk |
While not all reports will result in legal action, council officers say early reporting helps them work with partner agencies to intervene proportionately, from tenancy warnings and support referrals through to court applications in the most serious cases.
Partnership working remains central
The authority emphasised that coordinated work with Gwent Police was pivotal in this case. The police investigation uncovered the underlying criminal conduct, and the evidence informed the Council’s application. Both organisations maintain that decisive enforcement can protect neighbours, deter future offending and reinforce expectations around the use of social housing.
Caerphilly Homes confirmed it will continue collaborating with partner bodies to identify individuals whose behaviour jeopardises the security and wellbeing of local communities. Residents in Bargoed and across the county borough are being reminded that information from the public often provides the starting point for action, and that there are clear routes to raise concerns safely and in confidence.
