Cutting crime, financial prudence and tackling terrorism are among the top priorities for the Surrey Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC), the man responsible for overseeing Surrey Police’s strategy and budget announced last week.
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David Munro, Surrey’s PCC announced six priorities for policing in the county after holding a public consultation in which just 96 responses were received between May and June this year.
The six-point plan was published on August 10, and is designed to set out the strategic direction for Surrey Police for the next four years.
Mr Munro said: “When I stood for election, I really wanted to listen to what the people of Surrey had to say about their police force and what they expected from it.
“This plan reflects those conversations and I view it as my contract with the public to help deliver a policing service they can continue to be proud of.”
Mr Munro’s six priorities are:
Cutting Crime and Keeping Surrey Safe
Supporting Victims
Tackling Rural Crime
Making our Town Centres Safe
Making Every Pound Count
Tackling the Threat of Terrorism
“It is vital the interests of victims remain a priority for the Force whilst I want to ensure that those living in rural areas feel supported and our town centres are safe for everyone to enjoy,” he said.
“It is also important that the public get value for money from their police service whilst at the same time making sure we are properly resourced to tackle emerging issues, particularly the threat of terrorism.
“Surrey is a fantastic place to live and I know the Chief Constable and I share the same ambition in making the county as safe as it possibly can be.
“This plan will continue to evolve over the next four years and the role the public can play is crucial. I would urge people to carry on giving us your suggestions and comments and help us continue to shape the future of policing in this county.”
For more information, visit www.surrey-pcc.gov.uk/plan
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