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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Police Funding

Wednesday 19 October 2022 · 2 questions

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Answered 1 Partly answered 1 Not answered 0

Key points

  • The four Welsh police forces will receive a combined funding of up to 826.7 million in 2022-23, an increase of up to 45.1 million from the previous financial year.
  • South Wales police's funding will be up to 352.5 million in 2022-23, an increase of 19 million from the previous financial year.
  • Gwent's funding will be up to 159.1 million, representing a rise of 9.1 million in 2022-23.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Wayne David Lab
Policing & Resources Wales
Context

Discussions were sought on the adequacy of police funding levels for Welsh forces.

Question

What discussions have you had with Cabinet colleagues regarding the adequacy of police funding levels in Wales?

Answer from David Davies

The four Welsh police forces will receive a combined funding of up to £826.7 million in 2022-23, an increase of up to £45.1 million from the previous financial year. Gwent's funding will be up to £159.1 million, representing a rise of £9.1 million.

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Q2 Wayne David Lab
Policing & Resources Wales Local Government
Context

South Wales police, covering Cardiff, the capital city of Wales, receives no additional funding despite increased responsibilities.

Question

Will you make representations to your Government colleagues to address this anomaly in extra resources for South Wales police?

Answer from David Davies

South Wales police's funding will be up to £352.5 million in 2022-23, an increase of £19 million from the previous financial year. If you want to support Welsh forces, suggest talking to the Welsh Labour Government about returning the apprenticeship levy withheld.

Partly answered

Not addressed: The specific ask regarding representations was not directly addressed.

How: Suggestion To Talk To Another Government

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