Alcohol exclusion zones were set up in the Westerhope and Denton areas of Newcastle a few weeks ago.

Since then more than 200 cans and bottles have been taken from those caught drinking in the streets.

Northumbria Police said the scheme had been a success and it was now applying for similar orders for Newbiggin Hall and parts of Newburn and Throckley.

The zones make it an offence for anyone to drink or carry alcohol on the street.

Officers can seize drink and either pour it away or confiscate it and dispose of it later.

Those who refuse to hand over the drink face being arrested.

Newcastle Outer West community Inspector Steve Robson said: "Since these zones were introduced a few weeks ago we have seized at least 200 cans and bottles from people caught drinking in the street.

"If adults have legitimately bought alcohol and are taking it home then obviously that's no problem, but we will not tolerate people walking around swigging alcohol from cans or bottles, or adults who are buying drink for youngsters."