John Leech has today welcomed the decision taken by the coalition government to fund Police Community Support Officers in Manchester for at least another 12 months.
The decision was confirmed in a public meeting today by the Chair of Greater Manchester Police Authority following confirmation from the Home secretary.
John Leech said, "This just proves that policing is a top priority of the coalition government. PCSO officers provide valuable support for the local police in Manchester reassuring residents and keeping our streets safe."
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The announcement was made at today at AGMA scrutiny meeting in Manchester Town Hall by the Chair of Greater Manchester Police Authority following confirmation from the Home secretary Theresa May.
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