Greater Manchester Police have introduced a dispersal order in Denton, Tameside, following a rise in anti-social behaviour this evening. The order covers incidents reported in and around Victoria Park and Jubilee Square on Friday, October 31.
Powers granted under the order
The Section 34 dispersal order gives police enhanced powers to require those involved in, or suspected of being involved in, anti-social behaviour to leave the designated area for a specified period. The stated aim is to minimise behaviour that contributes to, or is likely to contribute to, anti-social behaviour, crime or disorder.
Timing and patrols
The order came into effect at 6:31pm on October 31 and remains in place until 12:31am on Monday, November 2. Officers will be patrolling the area over the weekend, the force said.
The designated area covers Victoria Park and Jubilee Square, bordered by Manchester Road, Ashton Road, Cooke Street and Acre Street.
