Glasgow's chief inspector has said police will adopt a 'zero tolerance' to anti-social behaviour in Kelvingrove Park this summer.
The local area commander for the west end of Glasgow issued a warning to the public to 'get the message out clear and early that antisocial behaviour will not be tolerated'.
Chief Inspector Natalie Carr added that police and council resources were stationed in the park last weekend, and will continue throughout the summer months.
She added that alcohol was seized from people entering the park last weekend and that she "does not want a repeat of previous years when unfortunately some young people placed themselves in a vulnerable state susceptible to harm due to their levels of intoxication".
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Last year saw numerous arrests for antisocial behaviour in the park during summer, as well as police and council workers stationed at the gates to search bags for drugs and alcohol.
Chief Inspector Carr appealed to parents and guardians to 'make sure they know their children's whereabouts and ensure their safety.'
Chief Inspector Natalie Carr, said: “Last year we saw a positive change in the behaviours in the Park encouraging use by families and many members of our communities as well as tourists and visitors to our city who enjoyed the park and its beautiful scenery.
"So this year I want to get the message out clear and early that antisocial behaviour will not be tolerated. As we head into the lighter evenings and hopefully, better weather, Police Scotland is once again working closely with Glasgow City Council to prevent repeated incidents of antisocial behaviour from occurring in and around Kelvingrove Park.
"Last weekend there were a number of police and council resources in the park for your safety, and that will now continue throughout the summer season and into early autumn. Alcohol was seized last weekend and I do not want a repeat of previous years when unfortunately some young people placed themselves in a vulnerable state susceptible to harm due to their levels of intoxication so I would appeal to parents and guardians to make sure they know their children's whereabouts and ensure their safety.
"We will also be working with British Transport Police and First Bus to ensure safe travel to and from the park.
"Kelvingrove Park is a safe and enjoyable space for everyone, a place for us all to be proud of and enjoy responsibly.”
