DOZENS of drivers have been dealt with during a clampdown on anti-social driving in an East Lancashire borough.

Officers in Nelson and Brierfield targeted problem drivers in and around Pendle borough last week, taking action and making arrests.

Among other reasons, three people were arrested for being concerned in the supply of drugs, three were issued with speeding ticket, one was dealt with for driving without due care and attention, two for not wearing a seatbelt and one for having an illegal number plate.

Another person was found to be using their mobile phone while driving while 37 checks were carried out on vehicles.

Sergeant Lyanne Smedley said: “You may have noticed an increased police presence in the Nelson and Brierfield areas aimed at targeting anti-social driving over the last week, and while we know it’s a contentious issue for some, it’s continuously recorded as a priority by those who use Lancashire Talking.

“The area has seen an increase in complaints from the local residents around a growing number of anti-social driving incidents in the form of speeding, racing, littering, noise nuisance, dangerous and inconsiderate driving, along with more.

“As a direct result of the issues being raised by the community, we launched this ongoing problem-solving approach week of action, working with partnership agencies such as Lancashire County Council, Pendle Borough Council and The Lancashire Road Safety Partnership, in order to tackle, detect and deter suspected offenders.

“This behaviour has a negative impact on people’s quality of life and makes communities feel less safe - young and old alike. Speeding is entirely preventable but if you choose to continually show disregard to the speed limit, or drive in a manner that is anti-social or dangerous, you can expect to be caught and dealt with appropriately.

“In this first week of action, officers have utilised a wide range of tactics throughout a number of hotspot areas identified by you - the local members of the community.”