Question to the Home Office:

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what steps her Department is taking to increase the visibility of police in North East Somerset and Hanham constituency.

Avon and Somerset Police have been allocated £4,574,856 from the £200 million neighborhood policing fund for 2025/26. Based on their funding allocation, Avon and Somerset Police’s projected growth over 2025/26 will be 70 Police Officers (FTE).

The Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee will mean every community has named, contactable officers dedicated to addressing the issues facing their communities.

Additionally, forces will conduct increased patrols in town centres and other hotspots, based on local demand and intelligence, tackling key local issues, giving enhanced visibility and presence.