Kilmarnock bus station update as Stagecoach 'problems with youths' addressed

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A bus giant will once again use Kilmarnock bus station at night after a deal was agreed to protect the health and safety of staff and passengers.Stagecoach had pulled its services out of the town centre terminal in the evenings due to threatening anti-social behaviour.The station was abandoned on Saturday night with no buses picking up or dropping off passengers after 6pm.And the serious nature of the situation was compounded on Monday night when bus bosses axed the number three service to Shortlees because of “ongoing problems with youths”.

But today, Councillor Barry Douglas has confirmed that Stagecoach services will return to normal – with extra security measures in place.He said: "Following a meeting between council officers, Stagecoach and Police Scotland, plans have been agreed which will support Stagecoach to return to normal hours of business within the bus station from today.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now.Get all the local news in your area – plus features, football news and the latest on the coronavirus crisis – at your fingertips 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories while you can customise your page with the sections that matter to you.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now on iOS and Android."The plans include increased mobile CCTV coverage as well as a dedicated police action plan centred on the bus station and surrounding areas."Stagecoach have additional personnel to tackle issues and plan to put security guards on dedicated patrols with additional CCTV coverage. "East Ayrshire Vibrant Communities will continue to support by engaging youths in diversionary tactics on evenings identified as problematic."He continued: "In addition to