A dispersal order has been put in place in a village after antisocial behaviour.

Sussex Police said that a 48-hour order began in Barnham, a village held hostage by feral teenagers, at 6pm on Thursday to give police the power to remove people from an area if they are committing antisocial behaviour.

If these people return to an area within a certain time period they will face further action.

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The antisocial behaviour has been taking place at Barnham Railway Station and in the surrounding areas and has been a problem for months.

The order is set to end on Saturday at 6pm however it could be extended if incidents continue.

A spokesman for Sussex Police said: "Antisocial behaviour has been reported at Barnham Railway Station and the surrounding areas in recent days, and an increased police presence should be expected during this time.

"We encourage the public to report any incidents to us so we can respond effectively. Any reports of crime can be made online or by calling 101 – always dial 999 in an emergency."