People have been banned from entering a flat in Crawley following anti-social behaviour.

A closure order was issued to the flat in Highfield House in Southgate after incidents of drug taking and prostitution.

A prevention enforcement team along with partner agencies will now work together to develop a long-term sustainable solution.

Inspector Paul Wood said: “The issue of a closure order on the flat in Hickstead House follows a number of incidents of anti-social behaviour, reports of drug taking, prostitution and vulnerable individuals frequenting the location over recent months.

“The occupants and those visiting the flat have been causing problems to neighbours for sometime and this closure will help prevent this behaviour from continuing.

“The Crawley Prevention Enforcement Team and partner agencies will work together to tackle issues such as these and work towards a long-term and sustainable solution.”