Neighbours staying up all night? Barking dogs? Inappropriate language in front of your children? We discuss your rights and the action you can take.
January's Most Popular Articles...
What Can we do About a Neighbour's CCTV Camera?:
The main laws surrounding the use Of CCTV are contained within the Data Protection Act 1998 but these do not cover domestic… [20212 views in Jan]
Protection from Harassment:
Nobody has to suffer persecution or harassment from their neighbours, no matter what has motivated the perpetrator to do this to you in the first place, and… [18630 views in Jan]
Letter Template: Noisy Neighbours:
Noisy neighbours are a huge problem for many residents. Whether the noise is caused by people shouting, dogs barking, loud music, or even noisy… [15430 views in Jan]
Your Rights on Trees & Overhanging Branches:
Trees can add a great deal of splendour to a garden. They could be fruit bearing trees, a place in which to retreat to the shade… [13470 views in Jan]
Dealing with Barking Dogs:
It’s important to realise that barking is a dog’s means of communication. You might be surprised to know that the vast majority of people will tolerate a dog’s… [12614 views in Jan]
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Mono Re: Your Rights Under the Noise Act 1996
We're at breaking point.
Being victimised in every way.
In our 70s with health issues.
Done everything possible but…
23 November 2025
Waterman Re: Your Rights Under the Noise Act 1996
Nils, ask them nicely to take the party indoors then, if they are not compliant, turn a hosepipe on them. Hard to press…
ProblemNeighbours Re: Your Rights Under the Noise Act 1996
@BB
That sounds incredibly disruptive, especially working from home! Don't give up on the council - environmental…
13 November 2025
ProblemNeighbours Re: Your Rights Under the Noise Act 1996
@C4
I understand the frustration with noisy neighbours, but responding with loud music usually just escalates things…
13 November 2025
yand Re: What Constitutes Noise Pollution?
we moved into our bungalow 10 years ago , and behind the bungalow has always been an unmanaged wooded area owned by the…