Police have implemented a Section 34 dispersal order in Leigh town centre following information of anti-social behaviour involving groups of youths.
The measures will come into effect from 2pm on Saturday 7 March 2026 and will remain in place until 2pm Monday 9 March 2026
A section 34 dispersal order allows officers to exclude a person, or people, from an area for up to 48 hours through written notice.
The aim of the notice is to minimise behaviour contributing to, or likely to contribute to anti-social behaviour or crime or disorder in the area.
The dispersal order is contained within the boundaries of Windermere Rd, Chester St, Hope St, Henrietta St, Church St, Charles St, Chapel St (including 91–93), Leigh Rd (including 162–164, Hilton Park), A572 (Spinning Jenny Way / Market St), A578 (Wigan Rd), Parsonage Retail Park, St Helens Rd , Twist Ln, returning to Windermere Rd – as shown in the map pictured.
Neighbourhood Inspector Sam Davies from Wigan & Leigh district said: “These measures are in place to prevent further disorder and ensure the safety of those living, working and visiting the area. We have identified a number of individuals connected to these incidents already, and are in the process of establishing the identity of others.”
