Warwick and Leamington are set to benefit from a new policing initiative aimed at cutting down on anti-social behaviour.

Warwickshire Police has been given £1 million in funding for an "intelligence-led programme" of patrols in hotspots across the county.

The force has identified 18 key areas to target, with patrols due to start in May.

Officers have mapped out reports of anti-social behaviour across the county and identified 18 hotspots where it happens most often, including details on when the peak times for when reports are made.

Inspector Jem Mountford of Warwick and Leamington SNT said: "Leamington Spa and Warwick both have excellent green spaces, popular retail areas, and a thriving night-time economy, which while vibrant do unfortunately come with a level of antisocial behaviour.

"Working in partnership with local councils and Leamington's community wardens, this new intelligence-led approach will go a long way towards supporting us in keeping our streets the best place they can be for our community."

The force has not given the exact locations of the 18 hotspots.