Dispersal order in place to tackle car meets

There have been reports of anti-social behaviour in Brighton Hill, Basingstoke

A dispersal order has been put in place following reports of anti-social behaviour at car meets.

Basingstoke’s town inspector has authorised the order which will run until 02:00 BST on Monday.

It enables police to deal with any issues of anti-social behaviour in the area.

Those failing to comply with the order are committing a criminal offence and are liable for arrest.

It comes after officers received reports that a large group of drivers gathered at the Asda store in Brighton Hill last Sunday.

Officers said they attended the scene following reports of dangerous driving, anti-social behaviour and excessive noise.

Insp Charlie Ilderton said: “Clearly not all members of the car community will engage in anti-social behaviour at these meets.

"However, we have had reports of dangerous driving, excessive noise and anti-social behaviour, all of which have caused alarm and distress to local residents."