Oliver Heald MP has welcomed news that crime is falling. Latest figures from the independent Office for National Statistics show that since 2010 recorded crime in Hertfordshire has fallen by 23%.
The Government is following an action plan to tackle crime by:
- Freeing the police to fight crime by cutting red tape and scrapping unnecessary targets
- Giving criminals tougher sentences so communities are protected and justice is done
- Giving the police the powers they need to tackle criminals, using the latest tools and techniques
- Stopping people from becoming criminals by tackling the root causes of crime
- Making the police answer to the community to help drive down crime in your area.
Commenting, Oliver Heald said:
‘We’re making Britain an even safer place to live, work, and raise a family with our action plan to tackle crime.
‘Recorded crime is down by 23% in Hertfordshire thanks to our plan, and the hard work of police officers.
‘Families are safer and more secure – and North East Hertfordshire can enjoy a better, brighter future.’