Hove promenade is so wide and attractive that many people like to use it for strolls.
But there have been increasing complaints that beggars, drunks and vandals are spoiling their fun.
Now PC Trevor Cox will undertake a regular patrol of the prom.
He will also be keeping a sharp eye open for the biggest nuisance of all - cyclists who do not keep to the official bike lanes.
When PC Cox discovers them, the one thing he won't be saying to these prom pests is "on your bike".
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