Orders giving police powers to crack down on street drinking and anti-social behaviour look set to be extended for three years.

Fenland councillors are being asked to renew the public space protection orders (PSPOs), which cover much of the centre of Wisbech.

A report to the council's ruling cabinet, which meets on Monday, says street drinking and anti-social behaviour including litter and noise "continues to have a detrimental impact on the community".

It said if the orders were not increased, "the frequency of antisocial behaviour linked to street drinking would likely increase".

It added: "The use of alcohol in these areas can lead a number of issues, including antisocial behaviour, alcohol-related litter and intimidation caused by large groups gatherings."

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Orders give police the powers to confiscate alcohol and order those behaving anti-socially to leave the area, under threat of arrest if they return.

People taking part in a public consultation called for extra police patrols.

One said: "Wisbech is not a place we would consider visiting after dark, we don't feel that it is safe."

Another who responded on behalf of St Peter and Paul Church said: "We still have considerable difficulties with public drunkenness, rowdiness and drunks entering and attempting to sleep in church.

"Every morning there are broken alcohol bottles everywhere and the signs of widespread urination."

More than 90pc of the 46 who took part were in favour of extending the orders, while 85pc said they believed alcohol-related anti-social behaviour was a problem in Wisbech.

Police said the orders were "a vital tool" for officers. Councillors are being recommended to renew them for a further three years.