The Inverclyde landlord said the actions of the individuals had a detrimental impact on other residents, local businesses, and the reputation of the area. In one instance, the behaviour was so severe that neighbouring tenants considered moving away.

RCH Group was granted a decree for these evictions, all from Stanton Square in Port Glasgow, due to serious anti-social behaviour linked to the tenants and their tenancies.

A spokesperson said: “RCH Group is committed to providing safe and comfortable living environments for all our tenants, and we take anti-social behaviour among our properties and communities extremely seriously. We work closely with Police Scotland, Inverclyde Council, Assist Team, and residents to address anti-social behaviour and find suitable solutions. In most cases, legal action is necessary to maintain a peaceful and respectful living environment.

“RCH Group is dedicated to supporting residents affected and will not tolerate anti-social behaviour. We actively partner with the local agencies above to address the issue. Evicting a tenant is always a last resort, but if all other approaches have failed this may be the only solution.”

RCH Group obtained an anti-social behaviour order against one tenant for engaging in street fights and brandishing dangerous weapons. Despite this, his behaviour continued, leading to a potential eviction decree. The tenant voluntarily terminated his tenancy before the eviction was finalised.

In another case, RCH Group received numerous reports of drug dealing and anti-social behaviour associated with a tenant’s property. Despite serving a prison sentence, the tenant’s behaviour persisted, seriously impacting on the surrounding neighbourhood, and resulting in an eviction decree being granted at Greenock Sheriff Court in March 2024. The tenant was evicted on 7th May 2024.

Finally, RCH Group received numerous reports of anti-social behaviour by a third tenant and visitors to her home who caused significant disturbance and nuisance to neighbouring residents. She continued to breach her tenancy by leaving household items within and outside the building, which were hazardous to all neighbouring residents. Despite numerous opportunities to rectify her behaviour, RCH was successfully granted decree for eviction at Greenock Sheriff Court and the tenant was evicted from her home on 18th June 2024.

Elaine Cannon, head of housing services at RCH Group, said: “River Clyde Homes will always work toward solutions to dealing with anti-social behaviour, demonstrating our commitment to creating safe and welcoming communities. Through collaborative partnerships with law enforcement and Inverclyde Council, we’re taking decisive action to protect the well-being of our residents.”

Councillor Michael McCormick, Inverclyde Council’s convener of environment and regeneration, said: “Staff across a variety of council services work closely with our housing association and police partners to identify issues and act where necessary.

“Residents should not have to put up with anti-social behaviour and this action demonstrates that there is a zero-tolerance approach towards any form of harassment.

“We will continue to work with our partners to make our communities safer for all.”