Increased police presence at Dunfermline Bus Station

A member of the public had told the Press last week that passengers were becoming "intimidated" by gangs of youths causing trouble at the city centre terminus.

Dunfermline Central councillor Aude Boubaker-Calder said she raised the issue with the police and was told there will be an increased presence over the next two weeks.

Extra patrols began last night (Thursday) and Inspector Tommy Stenhouse said: “We are aware of some recent reports of anti-social behaviour in this area.

“The community policing team work closely with partners to address these issues, find meaningful solutions and direct young people away from this type of behaviour.

“We will take the appropriate action when incidents are reported and offenders are identified.

Dunfermline Central councillor Aude Boubaker-Calder said many residents have raised concerns about trouble at the bus station. (Image: Fife Council)

“Anyone with information is encouraged to contact police by calling 101 as promptly as possible.”

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Cllr Boubaker-Calder said there will be extra police at the bus station between 6pm and 10pm and, after the holidays, the impact this has had will be evaluated to see if something more permanent is required.

The Lib Dem added: "Many residents have raised concerns with me about anti-social behaviour at the bus station and I have been pressing for solutions.

"I discussed the issue with representatives of Police Scotland today and they have told me they will be putting in bus marshals in the evenings in the next few weeks.

"I am pleased that this is taking place, but we need to see how well it works and look at whether this can be made permanent.

"It's so important that people's concerns are taken seriously and we must see an improvement soon."