Police issue immediate weekend dispersal order in part of Salford

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Salford due to ongoing anti-social behaviour issues. The order will be in place in the Douglas Green area of Charlestown from 5pm tonight until 4.59pm on Sunday (February 7).A dispersal order gives officers and PSCSOs the power to disperse crowds and prevent nuisance.Officers can ask troublemakers to leave and not return to the area covered by the order.Anyone doing so would be liable for arrest.In a post on the GMP Salford Facebook page, local Inspector Lomas warned residents there would be an increased police presence in the area this weekend.They also told parents to be aware of where their children area."Our officers are aware of an increase in antisocial behaviour in the area, which is having a negative impact on the community", Insp.