Two boys arrested after breaching last night's dispersal order in Blackpool

Police had put into force a dispersal order covering an area between Talbot Road and Caunce Street yesterday evening, in a bid to tackle anti-social behaviour.

Officers were given powers to disperse groups, take children home and order people to leave the area.

The measures were introduced after more than 100 incidents were reported in the area in recent weeks, with tormented residents saying that some youths had "made their lives hell".

Before the dispersal order came into force last night, police warned would-be troublemakers that they faced arrest if they breached the order.

But officers still had their hands full, despite the warning, with two boys arrested for obstructing police and breach of bail.

Lancashire Police said no further dispersal orders are planned for tonight, but it will continue to target those involved in anti-social and criminal behaviour in the area.