Sir Sadiq Khan stated, "Keeping Londoners safe is my top priority as mayor," emphasizing the necessity for increased funding for the Metropolitan Police amidst significant funding cuts from the Government.
He highlighted, "A decade of Government cuts had reduced the Met's funding by £1.1 billion in real terms," and criticized those who previously ignored police funding issues while blaming him now.
Sir Sadiq explained that the increase in council tax was essential for finding an additional £54 million for community policing and confronting violent crime directly.
The budget outlined by the mayor includes key commitments to reducing street homelessness, enhancing transport infrastructure, and maintaining London’s leadership in addressing air pollution and climate change.
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