Crime and Policing Bill: Commissioner welcomes strengthened commitment to neighbourhood policing
The Victims' Commissioner responds to the 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 anti-social 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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