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Friday, November 16, 2012

Barry Coppinger, Police and Crime Commissioner, Cleveland


Barry Coppinger (Labour) photo
emblem - Barry
The Labour Party Candidate
Force area:
Cleveland

Barry Coppinger

Election statement:
In recent months I have met thousands of people across Cleveland – on their 
doorsteps, on their streets, at a whole range of community groups and 
meetings – and have listened to the concerns about the affect crime and 
anti-social behaviour has on people’s day-to-day life.
People want the police to be part of their community; a reliable, visible and 
approachable uniformed presence.  My top priority will be protecting 
Neighbourhood Policing.   If elected as Commissioner there will be no 
reduction in the number of Neighbourhood Police teams in Cleveland.
Victims and witnesses deserve a better deal from the criminal justice system 
and I will work to ensure that their needs are always a priority.  The public also 
has a right to expect a prompt service when reporting a crime and reports of 
anti-social behaviour need a response within 24 hours.
I have a proven track record of working for community safety.  I was proud to 
be part of the team that introduced Neighbourhood Policing and successfully 
fought off plans to merge Cleveland into a regional force.
Our police force faces severe financial challenges.  I have already discussed 
these in depth with the force management and, with my accountancy background, 
I will work to ensure savings can be made through prudent financial control rather 
than cuts in front-line services or excessive burdens on Council Tax payers.
I am proud to be the Labour Party candidate but pledge that, if elected, I will 
represent the best interests of all residents and respect the operational 
independence of the Chief Constable.
For further information or if you have any questions please visit my 
website – www.coppinger4pcc.co.uk
Please, use your vote on November 15th,
Barry Coppinger.
Prepared by Richard Williams, Election Agent, 3 Limes Road, Cleveland, TS5 6RQ