POLICE will be carrying out regular patrols to tackle youth disorder in communities across the North-East this Easter.

Throughout the weekend officers will be on duty and taking action against any anti-social behaviour.

Northumbria Police has said communities in Washington and Hetton, areas where youths tend to gather, will be given extra patrols to ensure a fun and safe bank holiday for all.

Police are also asking parents to play their part and make sure they know where their children are when they go out and that they are not getting up to mischief.

Inspector Vicky Quinn said: “We want everyone to be able to enjoy the long Easter bank holiday weekend, it’s a great time to spend time with family and friends and we know young people will want to be out playing and meeting up with their friends.

“Police will be out on patrol throughout the weekend to make sure everyone has a great Easter with officers taking action against anti-social or foolish behaviour and we’re asking parents to help us out and make sure they know what their children are up to when they go out.

“We also want people to be respectful of property that doesn’t belong to them and not to enter, trespass or climb onto buildings. Not only are they risking their own safety but trespassing is illegal.

“Anti-social behaviour can have a detrimental effect on the quality of life for many residents but by working together we can make sure our communities remain safe places for everyone to enjoy.”

For more information visit northumbria.police.uk