A HOTLINE making it easier for people to report anti-social behaviour has been launched in Watford.

It's Your Call, a joint initiative between the Home Office and Watford Borough Council, has been set up to help residents report issues such as vandalism and graffiti.

The launch is part of Labour's Respect agenda, and follows hot on the heels of Tony Blair's announcement to extend parenting orders Watford is one of just 47 towns that has been specially appointed to offer the It's Your Call service.

As part of the launch, Ian Brady, deputy director of the Anti-Social Behaviour Unit, made a visit to Watford on Monday to see what work has already been done to tackle anti-social behaviour.

He also heard first-hand how anti-social behaviour had affected people in the town.

Anyone wanting to report anti-social behaviour can telephone 0845 605 2222.

For full story see Friday's printed version of the Watford Observer.