Sauchie's problems have been caused mainly by teenagers

Residents in Sauchie have been plagued by serious problems, many of which are caused by teenagers involved in vandalism, fighting and drinking.

Police will use the order to move groups of more than two people away from the area.

Central Scotland Police said the move had not been considered lightly.

There have been more than 800 anti-social behaviour related calls to police and more than 430 crimes reported in Sauchie this year.

Central Scotland Police said the dispersal powers would focus on the Wagon Road area, the location of many of the problems.

Reduce fear

Clackmannanshire area commander Supt Gavin Buist said past efforts to tackle the anti-social behaviour had only resulted in short-lived success, but warned that the dispersal powers were not a "quick fix".

He said: "A hardcore of offenders continue to have a disproportionate impact on the lives of people in Sauchie.

"Many of these offenders are young teenagers who have been responsible for vandalism, fights, drinking and generally acting in a way which is not acceptable."

The order, which comes into force on 18 September, will be in operation between 1700 BST and midnight every day for three months.

Anyone failing to comply with it faces arrest and prosecution.

Provost Derek Stewart said: "I hope this dispersal order will allow residents to go about their ordinary business without fear and bring peace back to Sauchie."