The force is launching Operation Christmas Presence aimed at tackling alcohol-related crime in Shropshire, Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

It will be the second year the seasonal initiative will operate.

A force spokesman said it will be focusing on the small minority responsible for drink-driving.

He added alcohol-fuelled violence and drink spiking will also be targeted.

Festive revellers were praised last year for keeping the Christmas and New Year period relatively trouble free.