As many as 40 areas in Castle Point may be plagued with the problem of boozy youngsters, according to Tory councillor Bill Dick.
The St Peter's ward representative voiced his concerns about drink-fuelled teenage nuisance after residents complained of a problem on the Common Lane recreation ground, in Thundersley.
But Mr Dick warned the council should not be too hasty with a solution.
He has suggested the possibility of a Designated Public Place Order - which gives police the power to arrest people if they refuse to stop boozing in a public place.
But he pointed out that the introduction of a measure would need careful consideration.
Mr Dick feels that, if it is brought in at the ground, residents all over the borough will want one, too.
"One has to be realistic. The Common Lane recreation ground is only an isolated case. But as soon as you start one then there will be a domino effect," he said.
On Wednesday night, Castle Point Council's Thundersley forum members agreed the council should talk with police and consult other area forums on the issue before deciding what to do about the orders.
Chairman Jenifer Howlett (Lab, St. Peter's) said: "We need to move forward by suggesting to the other areas and the council that we investigate the problem - and then see if the orders are a viable option."
Published Friday October 25, 2002
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