A tattoo parlour has been closed after police officers  said they found standards to be inadequate.

Officers from the Greater Manchester Police have been out in the borough today as part of Operation Avro to crack down on crime around the borough.

Whilst out on their raids, officers closed down a tattoo parlour on Chorley Old Road after they said they found the business was operating in unsanitary conditions and allegedley tattooing customers whilst under the influence of drink and drugs.

The officers have seized the tattooing equipment and the parlour is closed.

This comes as officers have been raiding properties across the borough to tackle crimes residents are concerned about.

Ramiro's was also closed today for three months as they were caught selling thousands of pounds worth of illegal alcohol, tobacco and nitrous oxide cannisters for suspected drug use.

Throughout the day people have also been arrested for drug raids, drug driving, cannabis farms and much more.

Anyone concerned about crime or other concerning behaviour on the roads has been encouraged to contact police by calling 101 or 999 in the event of an emergency.

Alternatively, witnesses can contact independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.