Teenage yobs caused trouble on the estate

Locals from the Dee Park estate in Reading, Berkshire, will pick up their Taking a Stand award from Home Office Minister Hazel Blears on Wednesday.

In 2003, a number of residents gave court evidence which saw anti-social behaviour orders served on two teenagers and their families evicted.

The estate enjoyed a drop in crime after the orders were served.

These people who were brave enough to stand up and be counted should quite rightly receive public praise Supt Dilip Amin

Eleven residents will attend a ceremony at London's Mermaid Theatre to receive their awards and �1,000.

Martin Salter, MP for Reading West, said: "I am really proud of my constituents who pulled together to challenge these thugs and yobs.

"The Asbos have really improved the quality of life on Dee Park.

"This award is richly deserved and I commend all those involved."

Supt Dilip Amin, of Thames Valley Police, said: "These people who were brave enough to stand up and be counted should quite rightly receive public praise."

The Taking A Stand Awards are run by the Home Office in partnership with Crime Concern, the Co-op and BBC local radio.