Newly released figures show that 281 police officers have been recruited in Devon and Cornwall - as part of the government's pledge to put 20,000 more officers on the streets by March 2023.

Truro and Falmouth MP Cherilyn Mackrory says the recruitment puts the government on track to fulfill its manifesto commitment with 68 percent of the target now met.

Across the 43 police forces, an additional 13,576 officers have been recruited, bringing the total number of police officers in England and Wales to 142,526 – where they are already having an impact in tackling crime and keeping communities safe.

Cherilyn added:

"From working with our local police force, I know just how valuable more police officers will be in helping crack down on crime in our local community, for example, with crime and anti-social behaviour in Truro city centre.

"The 281 additional recruits mean there are now 3,483 police officers in Devon and Cornwall, helping to pursue criminals, keep neighbourhoods safe, and reassure the law-abiding majority."

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