Labour East Midlands

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Alan Johnson MP, Shadow Home Secretary has condemned the Coalition’s proposed reduction to the Police Grant for this year.

Speaking ahead of a commons vote on the proposals which could have an immediate impact on the number of police on our streets, Alan Johnson said:

"This will put massive pressure on forces and police authorities who have already set their budgets for the year.

"A cut of £115m is equivalent to over 4,000 fewer Police Constables on the beat.

"With Labour crime fell by 36 per cent and there were record numbers of police on the beat.

 "Whilst everyone recognises that the deficit must be reduced, this attack on front line policing could mean fewer police on the beat and risk the safety of our communities.  

"I will be urging all MPs to think again and vote against these cuts."