Disco night planned by Police is sponsored by Westlea

Members of the Police team organising the event are pictured outside Westlea's Chippenham headquarters with Shirley Davies, Head of Neighbourhood Services.

Young people in Chippenham are being invited to come along to a disco event, organised by Wiltshire Police and sponsored by Westlea Housing.

The 'Bluez N Zuz' night will be held at The Olympiad leisure centre on May 2 and is designed specifically for young people aged between 12 and 16. The night is designed to let underage teenagers enjoy a night out in a realistic but safe environment. Sergeant Martin Alvis said: "It is a fantastic opportunity for the young people of Chippenham to come down and enjoy a safe and friendly environment.

"This facility has not been available in Chippenham for a number of years and I think it is brilliant that it has returned. It seems to be a hit wherever it goes - often attracting up to a hundred kids. It encourages teenagers to act responsibly but also gives them the perfect opportunity to let their hair down.

"I am grateful to Westlea Housing association for sponsoring the event and working in partnership with us. I will be attending the event with a number of Police Community Support Officers so parents have absolutely nothing to worry about."

Westlea's Head of Neighbourhood Services, Shirley Davies, said: "These events have been a hit in other towns in Wiltshire and we're very pleased to be able to sponsor this Chippenham night as part of our ongoing partnership work with Wiltshire Police."

The scheme has been rolled out across the county wherever anti-social problems are common. So far this year, similar discos have been held in Calne and Devizes. The event, which runs from 7pm to 9.30pm, will be hosted by the This Way Up roadshow. Tickets cost £2 and can be bought on the door.

For more information log onto www.wiltshirepolice.co.uk and look under events.