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I think I get where you are coming from. I do have my own rules on who I view as a genuine recipient of my money/gift, but they are not as clean cut as beggars no, homeless yes. Just out of interest, do you have doubts about either as a genuine cause?

I don't find in necessary to recognise the difference. If i feel someone is in genuine need, I will give what I can. I use my own judgement on this one. I don't walk around with a cape on throwing sandwiches and coins at the great unwashed. 'Aggressive beggars' are not on my list, as are others...

And why would I be asked to move on, if all I am doing is handing out sandwiches???? As in the case of the two ladies in Liverpool, who were prosecuted. Section 35 is being used too broadly. Of course it does not mention giving out sandwiches, but the term 'anti-social' is being interpreted too...

Sorry, but yes it is.

And standing, chatting with a few mates in a public space is not illegal either, unless the police enforce section 35. Sorry but you are really missing the point.

I'm making what up?? You're 'hazarding guesses', i'm questioning the use of section 35.

If I see a homeless person I will usually give them some money or a coffee/sandwich, because I feel it is the right thing to do. Problem is, I could actually be arrested and cautioned/prosecuted for doing so under section 35 of the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014. This is...