Police have issued a 48-hour dispersal order covering Stroud town centre following multiple reports of youths allegedly causing anti-social behaviour, harassment, alarm and distress.

The order affects members of the public and local businesses, according to police. It is in place for 48 hours.

Why the order was issued

The measure follows reports of behaviour that police say allegedly caused harassment, alarm and distress to people in the town centre, as well as disruption for local businesses.

No further details about the reports or the next steps after the 48-hour period have been provided in the supplied information.