Police were again out on patrol at Bolton Interchange last night after a rise in antisocial behaviour in recent weeks.

Officers were at the station yesterday evening ensuring passenger safety.

A statement from police said: “Don't be surprised to see our officers at Bolton interchange again, making sure passengers and staff are safe following another rise in antisocial behaviour.”

This comes as police have recently been stepping up patrols at the interchange after reports of violence.

The patrols form part of the Travel Safe partnership, which is led by TfGM and Greater Manchester Police, as well as support from the Metrolink, and the bus companies Diamond, Stagecoach, and First Manchester.

Officers are usually deployed to 'hot spot' areas across Greater Manchester so that they are able to speak to members of staff and monitor the situation.

Incidents on buses has also been reported in Leigh, where buses had to be diverted after stones were being thrown at them.