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flag Cumbria’s PCC David Allen opposes police mergers, stressing local presence is vital for effective rural policing.

flag Cumbria’s Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner David Allen opposes proposed police force mergers, arguing they would harm local policing in the rural county. flag While acknowledging potential benefits in national coordination and shared services, he stresses that effective policing depends on local presence, especially in Cumbria’s challenging terrain and areas with seasonal population shifts. flag Allen highlights that Cumbria Police is already a top performer and criticizes past station closures that weakened community ties. flag He emphasizes rebuilding neighborhood policing and warns that any restructuring must be properly funded to protect frontline services. flag Though some, including the Cumbria Police Federation, see possible efficiencies, both sides agree local policing must remain central. flag Allen reaffirms his commitment to prioritizing Cumbria’s unique needs.

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