Extra powers for police to tackle post-exam trouble (opens original article in a new tab)

Police in Merseyside have received additional powers to address antisocial behavior following the GCSE exams, with a dispersal order in effect until Tuesday night.

• Police in Merseyside have been granted extra powers to tackle antisocial behavior after GCSE exams.
• A dispersal order is in effect in parts of Maghull until Tuesday night, allowing officers to seize items and direct people to leave.
• The order is based on Section 34 of the Anti-Social Behaviour and Policing Act 2014 and includes specific areas in Sefton.