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Leicestershire's Private Marshals: Quick Fix or Real Security?
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Leicestershires police and crime commissioner, Rupert Matthews, is implementing private street marshals in towns like Melton, Oakham, and Loughborough, allocating £2 million for security firms. The marshals, without arrest powers, aim to deter shoplifting and rowdy behavior. Critics argue its a waste of money, advocating for more police officers instead. Matthews defends the plan as a crime prevention strategy, with patrols set to start in January.
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