PSNI funding down by £200m as restricted duties numbers double

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PSNI funding down by £200m as restricted duties numbers double

Tackling increased crime and terrorism has been achieved despite Northern Ireland's police budget being cut by £200m, according to the official auditor.

Counting the cost: PSNI needs investment to meet changing priorities

Date - 28th April 2020
By - Chris Smith

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A decade of short-term cost savings means the Police Service of Northern Ireland will now have to overhaul buildings and equipment before it can recruit more officers. Comptroller and Auditor General, Kieran Donnelly revealed the cuts have hit the...

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