Everyone in Hemel Hempstead, Bovingdon, Chipperfield and Flaunden deserves to feel safe where they live.
We all live in our constituency, we raise our families here, and we look out for our neighbours. A safe and secure community is not a political slogan, it is a shared priority for us all.
Yet many residents continue to raise concerns about anti-social behaviour, shoplifting, theft and street crime, particularly in and around Hemel town centre and across our villages. While Hertfordshire Constabulary works hard, too often there simply aren’t enough officers visible on our streets to provide reassurance or deter crime.
That is why the next Conservative Party Government has made a clear and deliverable commitment to put 10,000 more police officers on our streets.
What This Means for Hemel Hempstead, Bovingdon, Chipperfield and Flaunden
This commitment will make a real difference across our area by delivering:
- More visible police patrols in our town centre, neighbourhoods and villages
- Faster response times when residents need help
- Stronger neighbourhood policing, with officers who know our area and understand local concerns
- Greater support for local shops, schools and community groups
Residents consistently tell us that seeing police officers out and about makes them feel safer, and that visible policing helps prevent crime before it happens.
A Local Conservative Voice
Commenting on the commitment County Councillor Andrew Williams said:
“We all live here and we all want the same thing. Safe streets, protected neighbourhoods and a police presence people can rely on. Putting 10,000 more officers on our streets will make a real difference locally, giving residents reassurance and ensuring the police have the resources they need to focus on real crime that affects families and neighbours every day".
Focusing on Real Crime, Not Distractions
Conservatives believe policing must focus on tackling the crimes that affect our daily lives, anti-social behaviour, theft, burglary and violence, rather than being distracted from frontline work by unnecessary paperwork and policing free speech. Increasing police numbers gives local officers the time and capacity to do exactly that.
By backing neighbourhood policing and giving officers the support they need, this plan strengthens trust between the police and the communities, like ours, that they serve.
A Serious Plan for a Safer Future
This commitment to 10,000 additional police officers is part of a responsible and fully costed Conservative plan to cut crime and keep our streets safe. It reflects a simple belief: safe streets and strong communities matter.
For everyone who lives in Hemel Hempstead, Bovingdon, Chipperfield and Flaunden, this is about protecting our families, supporting our neighbours, and ensuring our community remains a safe place to live, work and grow.
If you would like to join our fight to deliver a Conservative Member of Parliament at the next General Election, join us. Whether you can spare a little time or want to get more involved, your support can help us deliver a safer and more secure future for our community.
