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A dispersal zone has been placed in Liscard, following reports of anti-social behaviour increasing in the area.
The order is in place until 7 pm on 19 September. This gives officers powers to direct people to leave the area if they engage in anti-social behaviour, or are likely to become involved in those incidents.
Those directed to leave cannot return for up to 48 hours, and officers can also seize items used for anti-social behaviour.
The zone covers the area bounded by Wallasey Road, Liscard Road, Parkside, Hampstead Road, Poulton Road, Oxton Road, Love Lane, Greenheys Road, Leominster Road, Mill Lane and St Albans. It also encompasses Liscard Way and Central Park.
Anyone who returns to the area after being directed to leave commits an offence and may be arrested.
Neighbourhood Policing Inspector Sharon Robinson said: "We have increased patrols in the area, which is in addition to our dedicated neighbourhood police officers, and they will deal with any issues and prevent offences from taking place.
"This dispersal zone, along with other measures, is to prevent youths gathering and causing unnecessary distress and intimidation to people who want to go about their business without fear or harm."
Inspector Robinson urged parents and guardians to know where their children are and who they are spending time with. She added: "No parent wants a knock on their door from a police officer informing them that their child has been arrested or been involved in a serious accident."
