Good to meet with the Borough Commander today to discuss local policing matters, especially following two knife incidents at Surrey Quays at the weekend.
We discussed his current priorities for our police including rebuilding trust and better tackling violence against women and girls.
Sadly, we still have fewer police officers than when the Tories came to power in 2010 and it was sad to hear that retention of officers is a concern now.
Ministers like to talk tough but have undermined the police for a decade with cuts and it is crucial local people see action in their communities to tackle antisocial behaviour and crime
I look forward to working with the Commander to see results for local people.
