Public Order Act 2023 Protest arrests 649/2026

FOI Reference: 649/2026

Request

I am seeking information on the following offences under the Public Order Act 2023: Section 1 (locking on), Section 2 (being equipped to lock on) and Section 7 (interference with the use or operation of key national infrastructure).
For each offence, please provide:

1. The number of arrests

2. The number of individuals charged

3. The number of individuals released without further action

4. The number of cases referred to CPS for a charging decision (where recorded).

Where possible, please provide the figures in annual breakdowns.

I am looking for this data from 3rd May 2023 (when the Public Order Act received Royal Assent) to the date this request is processed.

I can confirm that Dyfed-Powys Police does hold the information requested, as outlined below:-

Response Q1

0 (Nil)

Response Q2 – Q4

Not applicable

(This is a response under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and disclosed on 17/07/2026)