A dispersal order is in place for a third weekend running to tackle nuisance drivers.

It means police will be able to take action against motorists in Larkfield and Snodland after reports of vehicles drifting and being driven at excessive speeds.

It began from 6pm today and continues until Sunday.

The order covers Brook Street, Sortmill Road, and the bypass in Snodland and New Hythe Lane, Leybourne Way, Lunsford Lane, Papyrus Way and Bellingham Way in Larkfield.

The conditions are the same as for the orders implemented on the first two weekends in February, in the same locations and include side roads, public and private car parks, and industrial units.

Police say the order is being implemented due to an increase in complaints of nuisance vehicles and dangerous driving.

It allows officers to stop anyone involved in anti-social behaviour and move them on from the area.

Insp Terry Newman, from the West Kent Community Safety Unit, said: “Following a number of reports of anti-social driving in west Kent, including drifting and driving at excessive speed, a dispersal order is in place for a third weekend running.

“We have concerns about the dangers posed to other road users and the detrimental impact on the quality of life of the community.

“The order gives our officers additional powers to move on anyone causing a nuisance and, if necessary, arrest those who return to the area once dispersed.

“Those who persist in this behaviour also risk having their vehicles seized.”

Police are also working with Tonbridge and Malling council so officers can provide them with any evidence that breaches the Public Spaces Protection Order and fines can be posted out retrospectively.