YOUTHS have been blasted after reports of persistent antisocial behaviour inside the town's McDonald's restaurant.
The fast food giant had installed a ban on unaccompanied under 16s, saying they could buy food but had to take it away from the Old Mill Lane premises.
Incidents have included customers being assaulted, spat at and verbally abused, according to the restaurant's business manager Alison Jayne.
However, the age restriction lasted just six days.
Safer Neighbourhood Inspector Julie Mitchell said: "There have been a number of reports of antisocial behaviour at this branch of McDonald’s in recent weeks and we take these reports seriously.
"We're working closely with the management team to address these issues and PCSOs have attended on a regular basis to offer reassurance to staff and customers.
"We will consider a full range of enforcement tools to deal with each individual, and will address the behaviour of young people in consultation with their parents.
"This will include the use of acceptable behaviour contracts, referrals to the Youth Offending Team, or relevant court orders."
