Special police powers extended in Knowsley after violent disorder
15 people were arrested in Kirkby and one man has been charged
Police have extended a dispersal zone following violent protests in Knowsley, that saw 15 people arrested last weekend.
The rules come into force from 1pm on Wednesday (February 15) and will continue until 12:59pm on Friday.
The order gives police and traffic officers powers to direct people who are engaging in antisocial behaviour or are likely to become involved in such incidents.
Merseyside Police said: "These powers will not be used for anyone going about their daily business."
Superintendent Karl Baldwin from Knowsley Local Policing, said: “Since the order was introduced on Saturday, we have issued several dispersal notices to those looking to gather without good reason in this area.
We will continue to use these powers to ensure that there is no repeat of the scenes witnessed on Friday.
Additional patrols will be in the area to enforce this, and to speak to those members of the community.
15 people have been arrested and one man has been charged.