Crime and Policing Bill: Commissioner welcomes strengthened commitment to neighbourhood policing
The Victims' Commissioner responds to introduction of Crime and Policing Bill.
Today, Tuesday 25 February, the government introduced the Crime and Policing Bill, a large piece of legislation looking to tackle antisocial behaviour, shop theft and street crime.
Commenting on the introduction of the Bill, the Victims’ Commissioner, Baroness Newlove, said:
“It is vital that the police and criminal justice agencies have the powers and resources needed to protect victims and keep communities safe. This Bill marks a step in the right direction, and I welcome the government’s commitment to strengthening neighbourhood policing.
I have always believed that neighbourhood policing is key to reducing crime and making our streets safer. But to be effective, victims must trust that when they report a crime, officers will not only be present but also have the skills, training and capacity to respond decisively and provide the support victims need.”
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