Particle.news

Download on the App Store

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.
Hero image