Police Federation of Northern Ireland criticizes Stormont leaders for deepest resourcing crisis since 2001, warns officer numbers may decrease to 6,000, and PSNI faces £80m budget deficit.

The Police Federation of Northern Ireland has criticised Stormont leaders, calling for a larger policing budget amid the service's deepest resourcing crisis since 2001. Police Federation chair, Liam Kelly, warned that officer numbers could decrease to 6,000 by the end of the year, making it difficult for police to respond effectively. The PSNI currently has a budget deficit of £80m, which may lead to reduced services.

May 29, 2024
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