Policing Numbers 2021-03-22
2021-03-22
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Q1
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Context
The question arises from a context of increasing police officer numbers to address public safety concerns.
What steps her Department is taking to increase the number of (a) police community support officers and (b) police officers. The Government aims to recruit an additional 20,000 police officers by March 2024, with 6,620 more officers already recruited.
The Government are committed to recruiting an additional 20,000 police officers by March 2024. Ahead of that recruitment drive, we already have 6,620 more police officers.
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Assessment & feedback
(a) police community support officers
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Q2
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Context
The question addresses the loss of 750 officers over a decade in Lancashire, leading to pressure on police resources and concerns about justice for crime victims.
Lancashire has lost 750 officers over the past decade and is under huge pressure as it does not have enough officers to investigate some crimes. Does she feel that this is fair on victims of crime? Is she concerned that public faith in police could be lost unless concerns are addressed urgently?
She fails to recognise the amount of police funding Lancashire has received. She also fails to acknowledge new police officers recruited and their role in protecting streets and constituents. Support for victims is crucial, but the questioner must reflect on victim support within the criminal justice system and Crown Prosecution Service's role.
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Assessment & feedback
specific steps or commitments to address Lancashire's police officer shortage
Fails To Recognise
Must Reflect On
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