Hartlepool'S anti-social behaviour unit is calling on residents not to suffer in silence.

The unit in Hartlepool said that with the approach of summer and lighter nights, incidents of yobbish behaviour were likely to increase.

Senior officer Nicholas Stone said: "It is important that people across the town know we are here to help."

The unit is a partnership between Hartlepool Borough Council and Cleveland PoliceBased in Jutland Road, it can be contacted on (01429) 296588.