Classical music helps cut McDonald's trouble

Police say classical music played at a McDonald’s in Chesterfield has helped curb anti-social behavior by young customers. A year ago, the restaurant on Low Pavement was described as a hotspot for problems including large groups congregating, fights, threats to staff, damage to property, and intimidation of residents. Derbyshire Police created a Problem Management Plan for the area near Chesterfield Marketplace, adding measures such as turning off Wi‑Fi and charge points at set times, closing parts of the restaurant at night, and using body-worn video cameras for some staff. A playlist of classical music was introduced in the evenings, along with door staff at key times, targeted patrols, bans delivered by uniformed officers, and community warnings.