Police up patrols for final day of race festival
Chester Racecourse is believed to be the oldest racecourse in the world still in operation
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Police have increased patrols for the annual Chester Races as thousands of visitors prepare to descend on the festival's showpiece final day.
Cheshire Police said the extra measures would “keep racegoers and members of the public safe”.
Dogs will also be used to sniff out drugs.
Dispersal orders have been put in place until Sunday morning, which allow officers to ban anyone from the city for up to 48 hours to prevent disorder.
Additional powers
Insp James Wilson, from Cheshire Police, said: “These orders are an additional tactical option that allow us to directly combat anti-social behaviour head-on.
“I would urge residents and businesses to continue to report any issues with anti-social behaviour.”
The three-day race meeting, which started on Wednesday, is taking place at Chester Racecourse, believed to be the oldest racecourse in the world still in operation - after first opening in 1539.
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