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Restler: Report shows turmoil at NYPD has 'undermined city's public safety'

Police overtime spending has dramatically increased yet response times for serious crimes have worsened, with major felony crimes up by over 30%.

Residents are becoming increasingly dissatisfied with police performance amidst rising crime rates and longer response times.

Oakland faces major cuts across all city departments amid historic $129 million budget deficit

Oakland faces a $129 million budget deficit, impacting public safety and resulting in significant job cuts across city departments.

Forces should cut officer numbers and use tech to fight crime, police chief says

Police forces should prioritize technology investment over fixed officer numbers to enhance crime fighting.

Malliotakis: Caban resignation comes day after 9/11 terror anniversary

NYPD's need for full funding and staffing emphasized by Rep. Malliotakis after Caban's resignation amid a criminal investigation.

Mayor wants to raise council tax to fund police

London's mayor proposes a 4% council tax increase to fund police and fire services amidst a budget shortfall.

Extra 100m funding announced as police warn of cuts

The UK government has pledged an additional £100 million for neighbourhood policing, aiming to increase officer presence by 2029.

Restler: Report shows turmoil at NYPD has 'undermined city's public safety'

Police overtime spending has dramatically increased yet response times for serious crimes have worsened, with major felony crimes up by over 30%.

Residents are becoming increasingly dissatisfied with police performance amidst rising crime rates and longer response times.

Oakland faces major cuts across all city departments amid historic $129 million budget deficit

Oakland faces a $129 million budget deficit, impacting public safety and resulting in significant job cuts across city departments.

Forces should cut officer numbers and use tech to fight crime, police chief says

Police forces should prioritize technology investment over fixed officer numbers to enhance crime fighting.

Malliotakis: Caban resignation comes day after 9/11 terror anniversary

NYPD's need for full funding and staffing emphasized by Rep. Malliotakis after Caban's resignation amid a criminal investigation.

Mayor wants to raise council tax to fund police

London's mayor proposes a 4% council tax increase to fund police and fire services amidst a budget shortfall.

Extra 100m funding announced as police warn of cuts

The UK government has pledged an additional £100 million for neighbourhood policing, aiming to increase officer presence by 2029.

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Brentwood to lose PCSOs amidst police staffing cuts

Essex Police will become less effective due to funding cuts, despite government promises to increase neighbourhood policing personnel.

Man arrested in Antioch double shooting

The suspect in a double shooting was involved in a previous altercation with the male victim, leading to increased tensions and violence in Antioch.

Antioch PD prepares agreement to stem gun violence

Antioch's City Council has allocated funds to enhance police response and reduce gun violence through increased patrolling and external assistance.

Brentwood to lose PCSOs amidst police staffing cuts

Essex Police will become less effective due to funding cuts, despite government promises to increase neighbourhood policing personnel.

Man arrested in Antioch double shooting

The suspect in a double shooting was involved in a previous altercation with the male victim, leading to increased tensions and violence in Antioch.

Antioch PD prepares agreement to stem gun violence

Antioch's City Council has allocated funds to enhance police response and reduce gun violence through increased patrolling and external assistance.

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Sadiq Khan challenged over his decision to raise council tax in City Hall row

The Labour mayor attributes council tax increases to years of Tory austerity, necessitating financial support for police amid significant budget cuts.

Oakland City Council Approves Slashing Police, Fire, and Arts Departments to Trim $130 Million Deficit

Oakland City Council has approved significant budget cuts to address a $129 million deficit.

Met faces service cuts without more cash, says chief

The UK's largest police force warns of severe cuts without increased funding from the government, highlighting significant budgetary challenges ahead.

Mayor Adams restores half of next year's NYPD classes, adding 1,200 to depleted ranks

Mayor Adams reinstated funding for two canceled police classes to increase NYPD staffing levels.

Oakland City Council Approves Slashing Police, Fire, and Arts Departments to Trim $130 Million Deficit

Oakland City Council has approved significant budget cuts to address a $129 million deficit.

Met faces service cuts without more cash, says chief

The UK's largest police force warns of severe cuts without increased funding from the government, highlighting significant budgetary challenges ahead.

Mayor Adams restores half of next year's NYPD classes, adding 1,200 to depleted ranks

Mayor Adams reinstated funding for two canceled police classes to increase NYPD staffing levels.

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Preston, Mahmood joust over police funding, housing in contentious debate

Debate highlights tensions on police funding and oversight between candidates Bilal Mahmood and Dean Preston.

Starmer speaks on housing, cashflow and Arsenal

The Prime Minister prioritizes reform in public services over additional funding amid growing demands for affordable housing and police resources.

Oakland's latest election errors could have led to debacle for ballot initiative

Court decision may resolve Oakland's ballot errors affecting Measure NN for police funding.

Errors in ballot language could jeopardize election outcomes in Oakland.

Oakland's latest election errors could have led to debacle for ballot initiative

Oakland court decision likely resolves ballot language errors for Measure NN, necessary to support funding for additional police officers.

Oakland's latest election errors could have led to debacle for ballot initiative

Court decision may resolve Oakland's ballot errors affecting Measure NN for police funding.

Errors in ballot language could jeopardize election outcomes in Oakland.

Oakland's latest election errors could have led to debacle for ballot initiative

Oakland court decision likely resolves ballot language errors for Measure NN, necessary to support funding for additional police officers.

The Changes to the Democrats' Criminal Justice Platform You May Have Missed

The 2024 Democratic platform signifies a major shift in criminal justice language, advocating for police funding instead of reforming or opposing police practices.

Rob Blackie pledges his 'top priority' is to 'fix the Met'

Rob Blackie focuses on making London's streets safer by prioritizing police funding and frontline officers.

Blackie criticizes Sadiq Khan's performance on crime, vows to end cronyism, and enhance police efficiency and focus.

Sadiq Khan promises 1,300 new police officers - but only with a Labour Government

Sadiq Khan pledges to increase neighborhood police if re-elected with Labour Government.

Additional officers to come from a pool of 13,000 extra officers nationwide funded through identified savings.

See Which Police Officers Are Most Often Named In NY Civil Lawsuits

Maintaining the NYPD costs $29M a day

NYPD misconduct lawsuits have cost $548M since 2018

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The 11th District candidates publicly disclosed their stance on recent San Francisco recall events, including support or opposition to the recall of education board members and District Attorney Chesa Boudin.

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