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Crimefighters launch

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The Crimefighters strategy is a shared vision with Thames Valley Police to strengthen local policing and build the trust of all of our communities

Video transcript for Crimefighters launch

0:02 Building confidence in Thames Valley Police

0:06 through strong local policing

0:11 with Matthew Barber’s new Crimefighters strategy

0:22 5,034 police officers, more than ever before!

0:29 Putting community policing at the heart of Thames Valley Police

0:33 recruiting more PCSOs

0:36 more Special Constables

0:40 strengthening Neighbourhood Teams

0:46 cutting 101 waiting times, improving digital contact

0:50 making it easier to report.

0:56 Tackling the crimes that matter most to the public

1:02 including acquisitive crimes like shoplifting and vehicle crime

1:08 dealing with anti-social behaviour

1:13 by working in partnership with councils and housing associations.

1:18 Improving CCTV to help deter and detect crime

1:28 making all of our communities feel safer.

1:34 Proactive policing to focus on crime prevention

1:40 doubling the number of officers in Neighbourhood Policing Teams

1:47 starting with 150 more officers in frontline roles.

1:52 Hotspot patrols

1:55 targeting known offenders.

2:00 More visible policing

2:02 increasing foot patrols.

2:09 Strong local policing, cut 101 wait times, more police officers, visible hotspot patrols

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