Lib Dems call for police desks in supermarkets and libraries
Summary
The Liberal Democrats in England and Wales propose setting up police desks in places like supermarkets and libraries. This plan aims to make it easier for people to report crimes and improve public trust in the police. The party suggests funding these desks by removing police and crime commissioners.Key Facts
- The Liberal Democrats want police desks in supermarkets, shopping centers, and libraries.
- They believe this will help people feel more confident in reporting crimes.
- The cost could be covered by eliminating police and crime commissioners, saving over £100 million.
- The party wants at least one police desk in every local council area in England and Wales.
- The idea was announced at the start of the Liberal Democrats' annual conference in Bournemouth.
- Critics say police counters have declined over the past decade.
- The policy addresses concerns that people don't often see police officers in their communities.
- The plan comes as many existing police station counters face closures to reduce spending.
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