Bedfordshire to benefit from extra 20 officers to boost neighbourhood policing

Bedfordshire to benefit from extra 20 officers to boost neighbourhood policing

An extra 20 officers will be recruited into neighbourhood policing roles across Bedfordshire as part of a government pledge to bolster community teams over the next four years.

Neighbourhood Guarantee: 70 additional officers to join Avon and Somerset neighbourhood policing teams  – OPCC for Avon and Somerset

I strongly support the government’s commitment to neighbourhood policing, it plays a crucial role in making our communities feel safe and building trust and confidence in policing locally. Avon and Somerset Police will be deploying experienced officers into these additional roles, leveraging their problem-solving, investigative skills, and strong community connections. They will recruit new officers to replace those who are moved into these role…