County Lines Drug Trafficking 2020-11-09
2020-11-09
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The MP addresses the pressing issue of county lines drug trafficking and its impact on vulnerable children, a concern for Slough constituents. He notes that previous government cuts to police forces have hindered efforts to combat this crime.
What steps are being taken to tackle county lines drug trafficking and safeguard vulnerable children from exploitation? This involves significant challenges due to earlier reductions in the police force's capacity.
County lines trafficking is a heinous crime, and tackling it is an absolute priority. This includes delivering £25 million over two years to surge activity against these criminal gangs, investing in national and local law enforcement, and funding dedicated support for victims.
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The MP highlights the ongoing struggle with county lines drug trafficking and safeguarding vulnerable children, emphasizing that sufficient police resources are crucial. He points out previous cuts to 21,000 police officers and asks about repurposed recruitment funds.
To effectively tackle county lines drug trafficking and safeguard vulnerable children from exploitation, our police force must receive the necessary resources. Having cut over 21,000 police officers before a U-turn on recruiting 20,000 more, can the Minister confirm that recruitment funds will be made available to the police?
260 new officers have been appointed in the local area as of 30 September. The Government commits to recruiting an additional 20,000 officers as a manifesto pledge. Thames Valley is developing a multi-agency violence reduction unit for £2.32 million targeting county lines.
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Confirmation of availability of recruitment funds specifically for county lines policing
Categorically Confirming The Availability Of Recruitment Funds
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