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(c) Pcc John Tizard (l) shakes hands with Mayor of Bedford Tom Wootton as business owners, police officers and councillors help launch the Summer Policing Plan. Image: Bedford Independent

Bedfordshire Police face criticisms head on with launch of Summer Policing Plan

As summer arrives, bringing longer days and bustling town centres, Bedfordshire Police has launched its Summer Policing Plan that will see a greater police presence in Bedford...
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Bedfordshire Police say increase in reporting shoplifting sees solve rate tripled

Bedfordshire Police say the close relationships their officers are building with local shopkeepers and staff has led to a rise in the reporting of shoplifting, helping them to solve more retail crimes...
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