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A bus shelter in Blackwood is set to be removed after a successful campaign to get rid of it.

Residents in Blackwood launched a petition to remove the bus shelter on Chartist Way due to problems with antisocial behaviour.

Blackwood councillor Kevin Etheridge submitted the petition, which was signed by 18 residents, to Caerphilly County Borough Council as part of a 28-day consultation.

Cllr Nigel Dix, who also represents Blackwood, said: “I would like to thank the council for agreeing to remove the bus shelter following consultation with residents.

“Unfortunately, the bus shelter had become a focal point for antisocial behaviour.”

A council spokesman said: “Working in partnership with local [councillors] and the police we issued a notice for removal on February 1, providing residents 28 days to comment.

“Following the consultation period, we can now confirm that the removal will go ahead.”

The spokesman said added: “This sends a clear message that antisocial behaviour of any kind will not be tolerated.”

Inspector Andrew Boucher, of Gwent Police, previously said: “Proactive patrols are taking place after several reports of issues in this area of Blackwood, resulting in officers issuing fines and antisocial behaviour referrals for those involved.

“We welcome assistance from members of the public with this issue. We would encourage people to always report similar incidents to the police or the appropriate authority best placed to deal with these matters.”

The council has said that the bus shelter removal will not have an impact on the bus stop itself.