It is an offence to beg in a public place and beggars can be arrested for committing such an offence. If you find them intimidating the best thing to do is to avoid the area and if you see a police officer or a community support officer in the area then you can inform them. Alternatively telephone your local police (via 101) giving a description and location of the beggars. The police often work together with other agencies like local councils, NHS services and local charities to assist people who are homeless or people who are begging in the street.
