Rupert Oliver Matthews

People told me that they wanted to see more police officers in their communities, tackling the crimes that mattered most to them.  I delivered!

There are now 332 more officers; a dedicated rural crime team; funding to tackle ASB, burglary, violence and substance abuse.  Crime has reduced, particularly burglary, serious violence, rural crime, domestic abuse and ASB.

If re-elected I will:

· Strengthen the focus on neighbourhood policing, opening more police offices to the public, to prevent crime and ASB across the force area;

· Prioritise crime prevention to reduce the number of victims and cut demand on public services. I support the robust use of stop and search to drive down criminality;

· Boost targeted policing in hotspot areas to combat burglary, ASB, drug crime and theft.

· Fund more enforcement on our roads, additional work to reduce violence, hate and harassment;

· Ensure the rural crime team remains funded, and resourced, to provide a quality level of service wherever you live;

· Provide victims of crime with better support than ever before, including tailored services for women and girls who have been subjected to violence, harassment or coercion.

I will lobby hard for a fair funding deal for Leicestershire Police, while ensuring that the force, and partners, provide an effective service that delivers real value for money for the taxpayer.

Like most people I want to see criminals caught, charged and given tough sentences for their crimes.  I want victims to have a better criminal justice experience.

I want to see trust and confidence in the police restored – and I will do everything in my power to see this happen.

This election address was prepared by the Election Agent, Adrian Thompson of LCCA, 18 Pinfold Gate, Loughborough LE11 1BE.

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