Thames Valley has been leading the way in tackling rural crime and the Conservatives’ new plan to tackle tool theft and rural crime reflects the model developed locally…
New action to protect tradespeople, farmers and rural areas from theft and organised crime
Crackdown on traveller encampments and fly-tipping
Launch more Rural Crime Taskforces with dedicated rural police officers
This [National Audit Office] report makes clear the urgent need for a review of the funding formula for policing. The model is outdated and does not take into account the needs of policing and our neighbourhoods, including rural areas. And the continued use of this formula is compounding the disparity between police forces making it harder for PCCs and Chief Constables. Forces can no longer wait for change - a review must happen now.
Vehicle crime is currently down in the Thames Valley compared to last year, but I want this trend to continue which is why I have launched a campaign to focus on vehicle and tool theft. Having your vehicle stolen or something stolen from it isn’t just an inconvenience, it can also result in financial loss, emotional stress and, depending on where the theft took place, security and community safety concerns.
Police & Crime Commissioner, Matthew Barber has awarded nearly £200,000 to 49 community and voluntary organisations to support crime prevention initiatives
