Michael Gove has welcomed news that crime is falling. Latest figures from the independent Office for National Statistics show that since 2010 recorded crime in Surrey has fallen by 22%.
The Government is following an action plan to tackle crime by:
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Freeing the police to fight crime by cutting red tape and scrapping unnecessary targets
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Giving criminals tougher sentences so communities are protected and justice is done
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Giving the police the powers they need to tackle criminals, using the latest tools and techniques
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Stopping people from becoming criminals by tackling the root causes of crime
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Making the police answer to the community to help drive down crime in your area
Commenting, local MP Michael Gove 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 22% in Surrey thanks to our plan, and the hard work of police officers.
‘Families are safer and more secure – and Surrey Heath can enjoy a better, brighter future.’