Lib Dems Criticize Tories Over Rising Unsolved Burglary Rates
Data shows more than 90% of burglaries in some constituencies go unsolved, prompting calls for a new policing strategy.
- More than 90% of burglaries in some UK constituencies remain unsolved, with the worst-hit areas being Tory-held seats.
- The Liberal Democrats propose a Burglary Response Guarantee to ensure all domestic burglaries are attended and properly investigated.
- The data reveals a significant rise in unsolved burglaries over the past three years, despite police pledges to attend every break-in.
- In London, over 80% of burglaries went unsolved last year, with Richmond being the worst-affected borough.
- The Conservatives claim their policies have reduced burglaries by over 50% since 2010, dismissing Lib Dems' criticisms as baseless.