What do you think about paying more for police and fire services in Essex?
Survey launched to find out what people think about paying more for emergency services in Essex.
Last updated 1st Dec 2020
Essex's Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner is considering a potential increase in council tax to help fund local emergency services but wants to know what residents priorities are before making a decision.
Funding for Essex Police comes for two main sources, central government funding and local council tax.
The force says after taking both of those sources into account, Essex Police receives the second lowest funding per resident of any police force in the country, and has one of the lowest council tax precepts for policing.
PFCC Roger Hirst had this message for residents to explain where the money is being spent:
You can find the online survey here.