Liberal Democrats launch General Election plans on policing
Liberal Democrats in Bury today set out their General Election plans to put more police on the beat.
The extra officers for Bury will be funded by the savings from scrapping ID cards, and are part of the Liberal Democrats’ Safer Streets – More and Better Police manifesto commitment.
People are scared of crime. Expensive ID cards aren’t going to change that, but an extra officer walking down Bury New Road or more police in Bury on Friday night will.
The Liberal Democrats are committed to more police, and this is the only way to create safer streets.
Commenting, Liberal Democrat Leader Nick Clegg said:
“The Liberal Democrats are the only party that wants to cut crime by putting more police on the street.
“When only one in a hundred crimes ends up with a conviction in court, it is time for things to change.
“Labour and the Conservatives may talk tough but they are unwilling to make the crucial decisions to cut crime.
“At this time of enormous budget deficit, much spending will need to be cut. But in key areas of public policy where more investment is needed, the money must be found.
“That is why we have decided to prioritise a limited commitment to increasing police numbers by 3,000 over the course of a Parliament. We believe this is vital if we are to build a strong, fair and secure society as we emerge from recession.”
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