Police have extended a dispersal order in the centre of Bolton.

Yesterday officers brought the method in which gives them extra powers to order people to leave an area.

The police have released a map documenting the area which it relates to.

The dispersal order covers the Bolton Exchange, Trinity Street, parts of Thynne and Derby Street and a part of Bradshawgate.

Now police have extended the order.

It will run again from midday today until midnight tonight.

A police spokesperson said: "The dispersal order grants officers extended powers to direct a person to leave an area within the area of the map and has been introduced following an increase in anti-social behaviour in the area.

"Extra officers on patrol will be deployed around the area both on foot and in patrol vehicles. If you see any of our officers, please engage with them, they will be happy to provide reassurance and listen to any of your concerns."