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Norman Baker MP Member of Parliament for Lewes constituency

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Norman Baker,
23 East Street,
Lewes,
East Sussex,
BN7 2LJ.
Tel: (01273) 480281.
Fax: (01273) 480287.
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2005 press releases

LIBERAL DEMOCRATS PLEDGE 10,000 MORE POLICE THAN LABOUR - BAKER

Commenting on the Home Office's announcement on neighbourhood policing, Lewes MP, Norman Baker said:

"Highly visible community policing is a top priority for the Liberal Democrats. The government's proposals build on some excellent local projects, but they only go so far.

"We would fund 10,000 extra police officers over and above the government's commitment by scrapping the unnecessary and illiberal identity cards scheme. We are also committed to delivering on the government's pledge for 20,000 additional Community Support Officers.

"It is shocking that the government admits that 12,000 officers are currently tied up with backroom bureaucracy. We would cut that red tape and enable police to stay on patrol for longer by using the latest technology."