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HANSARDGrooming Gangs: National InquiryI will not take any lessons from the hon. Lady, given that the previous inquiry was not implemented in any way, shape or form by the previous Government. Through the Crime and…15 Sept 2025HANSARDAntisocial BehaviourAntisocial behaviour is pernicious wherever it happens. Of course, we need to ensure that the police have the right resources. As the Home Secretary said, police allocation…15 Sept 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsThis year, £200 million has been made available to forces to kick-start the delivery of 13,000 more neighbourhood officers across England and Wales. I would be very happy to talk…15 Sept 2025HANSARDAntisocial BehaviourAs part of our commitment to restore neighbourhood policing, the neighbourhood policing programme career pathway developed by the College of Policing is creating a structured…15 Sept 2025HANSARDCrime in City CentresI cannot comment on the specific details, as I am not aware of that case, but I am very happy to have a conversation with the hon. Member. Some SMEs in my constituency have had…15 Sept 2025HANSARDAntisocial BehaviourAntisocial behaviour causes untold distress and misery across our communities. Under the previous Government, the response to this menace was weak and ineffective, and visible…15 Sept 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsSo far, we have had really good feedback from over 500 town centres that have taken part in the safer streets summer initiative. That initiative finishes at the end of September,…15 Sept 2025HANSARDPolice StationsI am of course happy to talk to my hon. Friend about the situation in his local community so we can ensure that the police are doing all they can to tackle all the crimes that…15 Sept 2025HANSARDPolice StationsI thank my opposite number for his welcome. Let me also use this opportunity to thank the Minister of State, Department for Work and Pensions, my right hon. Friend the Member for…15 Sept 2025HANSARDCrime in City CentresThe United Kingdom boasts a fantastic array of cities, each of which has a unique character and appeal. In order to thrive, our city centres must be safe. That is why this…15 Sept 2025HANSARDAntisocial BehaviourI think the number of constituents who responded to my hon. Friend’s survey shows that this is really important for our communities and something that we have to get a grip of.…15 Sept 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsWe offer our sympathy to the family of Harvey, whose death is a heartbreaking tragedy that has devastated the entire community. Our thoughts remain with his family and friends. Of…15 Sept 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsThat is a concern that many Members in the House share. The Crime and Policing Bill will give the police powers to seize vehicles being used antisocially. I am happy to have a…15 Sept 2025HANSARDCrime in City CentresI welcome the actions in Newport city; it is good to hear. The Tobacco and Vapes Bill will strengthen enforcement and crack down on rogue retailers, and a raft of other measures…15 Sept 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsI hesitate to announce new policy in week one, but I certainly think there needs to be some kind of recognition for our PCSOs, who do such an incredible job across all our…15 Sept 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsI agree. We need to ensure that resources are targeted in the places where we need them. We have made significant reforms to police standards already, ensuring that officers who…15 Sept 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsI am happy to meet with the hon. Lady.15 Sept 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsI am very sorry to hear about the hon. Gentleman’s incident; that must have been absolutely terrifying. We need to ensure that our neighbourhood police are responsive and are…15 Sept 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsWe need to ensure that our police officers are given the best support that they can be given through the Police Federation, which is the vehicle by which they are supported…15 Sept 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsFacial recognition is being used in a controlled way for high harm individuals. There is guidance about how it should be used, but I am happy to have a further conversation with…15 Sept 2025