The zone was established in March 2026 for an initial three-month period and was due to expire on June 20, 2026.
Following a review, police have decided to extend the measure after finding it continues to be “an effective tool” for improving safety.
Superintendent Jackie Dunbar said: “Over the past three months, dispersal powers have provided officers with an important tool to help address anti-social behaviour and disorder and support the safety and wellbeing of those living, working and visiting Glasgow city centre.
“Throughout this period, we have worked closely with local residents, businesses and partners, and sought feedback on the dispersal zone and its impact, using that feedback to help shape our ongoing approach.
“The feedback we have received has been largely positive and, alongside operational data and our assessment of incidents in the area, has helped us inform our review of the dispersal zone and our next steps.
“While the dispersal zone was introduced as a temporary measure and was never intended to be a permanent solution, our review indicates that it continues to be an effective tool.
“As a result, the timeframe for the dispersal zone has been extended while we continue to work with partners to address the underlying causes of anti-social behaviour and disorder and develop longer-term solutions.
“Its use and impact will continue to be kept under review.
“Our focus remains on ensuring Glasgow city centre is a safe and welcoming place for everyone.”
Between May 20 and June 19, officers used dispersal powers 363 times, with 14 people reported to the Procurator Fiscal for breaching the order by returning to the area within 24 hours.
Since the introduction of the zone on March 20, dispersal powers have been used 1133 times, and 70 people have been reported to the Procurator Fiscal for re-entering the zone in breach of police directions.
Of those, 19 individuals were arrested for other offences including assault, drugs offences, breach of the peace, weapons offences, theft by shoplifting and two in connection with sexual assault.
The dispersal zone covers an area bounded by St Vincent Place, Glassford Street/Stockwell Street, the far side of the riverbank and York Street/West Campbell Street.
