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Police issued a 22-year-old man with a fixed penalty Last month it was revealed that only one person in every 200 accused in Wiltshire were charged with rape or sexual abuse in the last six months. We asked the prospective Police & Crime Commissioner candidates how they would improve those figures if they are elected post-May. Liberal Democrats: Liz Webster Conservative candidate, Jonathon Seed said the figures were “disgraceful” and did not reflect well on the police or CPS. “Knowing that so few victims see their attacker put before the courts means that something in our lo...

“During these discussions, they agreed that my plans were achievable and deliverable within budget.” When questioned on the assertion, a spokesman for Wiltshire Police said all candidates are given the same level of access to meetings with the chief constable and deputy chief constable, and it was up to the individual candidates whether or not they took up the offer. They added: “At the meetings, the same briefing material is used to inform each candidate about the demographics of the force area, current demand, and other operational context to give some early operational advice t...

“During these discussions, they agreed that my plans were achievable and deliverable within budget.” When questioned on the assertion, a spokesman for Wiltshire Police said all candidates are given the same level of access to meetings with the chief constable and deputy chief constable, and it was up to the individual candidates whether or not they took up the offer. They added: “At the meetings, the same briefing material is used to inform each candidate about the demographics of the force area, current demand, and other operational context to give some early operational advice t...

“During these discussions, they agreed that my plans were achievable and deliverable within budget.” When questioned on the assertion, a spokesman for Wiltshire Police said all candidates are given the same level of access to meetings with the chief constable and deputy chief constable, and it was up to the individual candidates whether or not they took up the offer. They added: “At the meetings, the same briefing material is used to inform each candidate about the demographics of the force area, current demand, and other operational context to give some early operational advice t...

Independent: Mike Rees Independent candidate, Mike Rees, said one his biggest concern was the financial situation of the force in Wiltshire – often dubbed as one of the least funded in England. He said that he will lobby the government for increased funding to increase police numbers in the county. “Salisbury needs a Police station and custody unit. People say it can’t be done but if you don’t try, it will never happen,” added Mr Rees. “The stresses of the job are causing sickness and mental health issues, and this further reduces Police numbers and causes morale issue...