Lancashire Constabulary is set to benefit from an additional 53 police officers, as well as 30 new police community support officers and 20 special constables, thanks to extra Home Office funding.
The investment forms part of the Government’s Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee, designed to increase visible patrols, tackle crime and ASB, and ensure residents have a named, contactable officer for their area.
The extra officers will bolster Lancashire’s existing neighbourhood teams who play a pivotal role in keeping the county safe, alongside colleagues in response and other specialisms like road policing and investigations.
Commenting on the additional officers, Assistant Chief Constable Stasia Osiowy said: “Lancashire has a proud tradition of Neighbourhood Policing with areas across the force already benefiting from dedicated neighbourhood officers, as well as specialist Task Force and Rural teams.
“However, we know from speaking to the public that they want to see more visibility and engagement, problem solving and targeting of offenders, so we welcome any additional investment in this vital area.
“Once recruited, these new officers will play a vital role in helping us to keep people safe and make them feel safe.
“Their priorities will be patrolling local neighbourhoods and working with residents and partner organisations to understand and solve local problems, and to prevent and detect crime, with a strong focus on anti-social behaviour.
“I’m looking forward to welcoming them into our Neighbourhood Policing Teams and supporting them to do the very best job they possibly can to serve and protect our local communities.”
Police and Crime Commissioner Clive Grunshaw said: “The Government’s commitment to neighbourhood policing is great news for Lancashire. I know this is exactly what Lancashire residents want to see, more bobbies on the beat, providing a visible deterrent to crime and anti-social behaviour.
"This investment, which I welcomed in April, will further enhance Lancashire’s already well-established neighbourhood policing model, which has long been recognised as a leader in the field. Unlike some other forces, Lancashire has consistently prioritised visible, community-focused policing.
"Lancashire is one of only two forces rated as ‘good’ in relation to responding to the public in the latest HM Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services inspections.
"Since taking office, I’ve made it clear that strong, visible, and accessible local policing is essential—whether in our towns, cities, or rural communities. Neighbourhood policing is about more than tackling crime; it’s about building trust, understanding local concerns, and being present where it matters most.
“It is also fundamental to rebuilding public trust and confidence in policing, a key priority in my Police and Crime Plan for Lancashire.”
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