Local MP, James Cleverly, met with the leadership team of the local police at Braintree Police Station recently.

James said:

“Essex Police will shortly have the most officers in its history.

“I met with the leadership team and police officers at Braintree Police Station recently.

“We discussed the multi-disciplinary approach to policing with early intervention to assist in cases where mental health issues are concerned. We also spoke about the rural engagement team and the work they do, particularly in the north of the constituency dealing with incidents such as hare coursing and illegal encampments.

“I received updates about police intervention on anti-social behaviour in Halstead and also on the roads around the Racecourse, near great Notley.”