Police powers have been stepped up in an area of Tameside following a spate of anti-social behaviour. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) reported that the incidents took place recently in Hattersley, particularly near Stockport Road around the McDonald's and Tesco Extra.
Dispersal order issued
A 48-hour Section 34 dispersal order was issued on Wednesday (October 7). The order gives officers the power to ask anyone to leave the area over the coming days. Police can also confiscate items 'being used or likely being used in anti-social behaviour'.
The order will last until 5.25pm on Friday. Officers will continue to patrol the area and have urged anyone with concerns to speak to them.
GMP statement
In a statement issued on Wednesday evening, a GMP spokesperson said: "#SECTION34 | Officers have issued a Section 34 dispersal order in #Hattersley following a number of recent incidents of anti-social behaviour in the area. The order will cover businesses in the Mottram Junction locality, as pictured, and runs through Stockport Road from the Junction with the A57, to the businesses the lay in the land between the junction of Stockport Road and Ashworth Lane, and Chain Bar Lane."
"The order will be in place for 48 hours from 5:25pm this evening (07/10/26) until 5:25pm on 09/10/26. Officers will continue to patrol the area and anyone with questions is encouraged to speak with them – they will be glad to assist."
Public urged to report concerns
The spokesperson added: "We encourage the public to continue to engage with the police and report instances of anti-social behaviour. Anyone with information or concerns can contact us via 101, or through LiveChat service. In an emergency, please always dial 999."
