Oral QuestionHome Office

“What steps he is taking to increase police numbers.”

Tabled: 24 May 2018Answered: 4 June 2018

Answering Minister

the Secretary of State for the Home Department

Answer from Hansard

The Minister for Policing and Crime (Sarah Jones)

The United Kingdom boasts a fantastic array of cities, each of which has a unique character and appeal. In order to thrive, our city centres must be safe. That is why this Government are putting policing back on the beat and bringing in stronger powers to crack down on shop theft and antisocial behaviour.