Tues 26 May - Member for Manly, Mike Baird, has welcomed the lead position from Manly Council in uniting with other Sydney coastal Councils to tackle the ongoing problems from late night drinking.

“Despite the grandstanding from the State Government that it is tackling the issue, the problems of anti-social behaviour from alcohol abuse around clubs and hotels is continuing.

“In fact, the State Government has made the situation worse, with impractical rules which have led hotels in Manly to abandon what had been a successful local strategy.

“As a community we had worked together to reduce the incidence of violence from late night drinking, but that strategy fell apart when the State Government introduced its new rules.

“This latest approach by Councils of Manly, Pittwater, Warringah, Randwick, Sutherland and Waverley to lobby for a 2am closing time is positive.

“Congratulations to Manly Mayor Jean Hay, for being involved in this approach and trying to find a solution.

“I encourage the State Government to listen to these Councils and agree to their request”, Mr Baird said.

Under the proposal, hotels and clubs in beachside areas from Manly to Palm Beach would have a 2am closing.

They are also requesting additional police resources, education funding and improved public transport.

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