Dispersal order imposed in large area of Blackpool as police continue to battle anti-social behaviour

A 48-hour dispersal order has been put into force by police following reports of anti-social behaviour in the resort.
By Sean Gleaves
Published 26th Feb 2021, 16:59 BST
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The Section 34 order, which came into force this evening (February 26), is in response to increased anti-social behaviour and criminality in the area.

It covers an area between the Promenade, Warley Road, Layton Road and the A583/Newton Drive.

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Officers said extra patrols will be in the area and they will "robustly" deal with any reports of anti-social behaviour and breaches of Covid lockdown rules.

They have also warned parents they risk being fined £200 for not ensuring their children are at home.

A spokesman for Lancashire Police said: "In response to increased youth ASB and criminality in the area defined by the map below, Insp Leadbetter has authorised a dispersal order for 48 hours.

"If you are suspected of causing or going to cause ASB in this area you will be directed to leave or taken home."

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The announcement of the dispersal order comes after a mob of around 20 youths pelted police with eggs yesterday evening (Thursday. February 26).

The Section 34 order is in response to increased anti-social behaviour and criminality in the area.The Section 34 order is in response to increased anti-social behaviour and criminality in the area.
The Section 34 order is in response to increased anti-social behaviour and criminality in the area.

One worried resident said: "They've been about for hours, right outside my house - they smashed my living room and bedroom windows last June and it's the same group of kids once again.

"They caused criminal damage to my home and terrified my girlfriend who was scared to leave the house after what they had done."

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