£1.5million plege for neighbourhood policing in Cleveland
Cleveland Police say it will create 40 new jobs, including 23 Police Community Support Officers.
An investment of £1.5million is being pumped into neighbourhood policing in Teesside, creating 40 new jobs in the area.
The roles will be brought in over the next two years and include 23 new Police Community Support Officers.
The new PCSOs will work with specific members of the Teesside community, including asylum seekers, students and victims of hate crime.
The force have had to stringently restructure their finances by collaborating with other services and changing contracts.
Areas most in need with benefit most, in a bid to protect vulnerable members of society.
Police and Crime Commissioner Barry Coppinger said: “My commitment has always been to retain and develop neighbourhood policing as it is the cornerstone of the work that we do.
“I am active in the local community and residents tell me that they value the dedication and hard work of our local police officers. The nature of crime is changing, and we must adapt to keep people safe.”
Temporary Chief Constable Iain Spittal said: “I’m pleased that the Police and Crime Commissioner has agreed with my proposals. Other senior officers across the country have spoken about the possibility of removing neighbourhood policing all together, but in Cleveland we have made a firm commitment to securing our frontline.
“This is fantastic news for our communities and will help to strengthen our intelligence gathering and work to protect our most vulnerable people.”