A DISPERSAL order which was introduced by Gwent Police six months ago has been extended.

The order was originally due to expire on Saturday, but has been extended for another six months in order for longer term measures to be introduced. The powers will remain to be enforced from 8pm until 6am and will also include the ATS Car Park, opposite Abergavenny Bus Station. The only exclusions to the order will be any prearranged public events that may be held in the area.

The dispersal order will cover the following areas: Fairfield Car Park, Bailey Park, Park Avenue, Park Road, Victoria Court, Hereford Road, Cattle Market, Priory Lane, Market Street, Monk Street, Cross Street, Bus Station, Holywell Road, High Street, Tiverton Place, Lion Street and ATS car park.

During the last six months, 42 warning letters have been given out to drivers and calls regarding incidents of anti-social driving in Abergavenny have fallen by 80 per cent. Longer term measures such as barriers are still being looked at.