Andrew Dismore

Question No: 2015/1566

Andrew Dismore

How many fewer warranted officers and how many fewer PCSOs will there be after the cuts in the Met’s budget that are required as a consequence of the cuts in central funding  announced in the Government’s last Autumn statement?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

There are no reductions in police officers or Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) planned as a response to the autumn statement.

The MPS 2015/16 budget assumes that there will be circa 32,000 police officers and circa 1,800 Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs).

Question No: 2015/1567

Andrew Dismore

When will the review of Contact Points be completed?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

Please see my response to MQ 958 / 2015.

Question No: 2015/1568

Andrew Dismore

Do you agree that the full cost of policing football matches should be fully recovered from the football clubs involved?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

MOPAC recovers the full cost of providing policing services to football matches for policing provided on land owned, leased or controlled by the relevant club.  Under present law, MOPAC is not able to recover costs for any additional policing outside this ‘footprint’.

My Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime has made representations to Government about this.

Question No: 2015/1569

Andrew Dismore

What has been the year on year increase in racist, religious or hate crimes in Barnet?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

In the financial year 2014/15 there was a 48% increase in recorded racist and recorded religious hate crimes in Barnet compared to the previous financial year, from 306 offences to 453.  Some hate crimes are influenced by national and international events and a significant contributing factor to the increase in racist and religious hate crime was the increase in faith hate offences from 55 to 131, particularly in the summer of 2014.

As such it is not always the case that an increase in recorded offences reflects an increase in actual offences. My Hate Crime Reduction Strategy for London, launched in December, recognised under-reporting as a significant issue and one of the objectives of the Strategy is to boost confidence and increase the reporting of hate crime.

Since 1 October 2014, through my victims’ commissioning fund, victims of hate crime now receive an enhanced response and access to services through from Victim Support London.

Question No: 2015/1570

Andrew Dismore

What has been the year on year increase in racist, religious or hate crimes in Camden?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

In the financial year 2014/15 there was a 37% increase in recorded racist and recorded religious hate crimes in Camden compared to the previous financial year, from 382 offences to 525.  A contributing factor to the increase in racist and religious hate crime was the increase in faith hate offences from 48 to 80.

As such, it is not always the case that an increase in recorded offences reflects an increase in actual offences. My Hate Crime Reduction Strategy for London, launched in December, recognised under-reporting as a significant issue and one of the objectives of the Strategy is to boost confidence and increase the reporting of hate crime.

Since 1 October 2014, through my victims’ commissioning fund, victims of hate crime now receive an enhanced response and access to services through from Victim Support London.

Question No: 2015/1571

Andrew Dismore

Further to Question No: 2015/0619

How much a) has been spent so far on policing football matches this season; b) what is the total estimated cost of policing football matches for the whole season; c) how much has been recovered from football clubs so far this season; and d) what is the total estimated amount likely to be recovered from football clubs for the policing of football matches for the whole season? Your Written response being Officers are drafting a response which will be sent shortly.

Will you now give a substantive reply?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

Please see my response to MQ 619/ 2015.

Question No: 2015/1572

Andrew Dismore

How many Officer Shifts were abstracted from Barnet in the last 3 months?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

For the period from 01/03/15 to 31/05/15, there were 1088 shifts abstracted for policing elsewhere.

Question No: 2015/1573

Andrew Dismore

How many Officer Shifts were abstracted from Camden in the last 3 months?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

For the period from 01/03/15 to 31/05/15, there were 1266 shifts abstracted for support elsewhere.

Question No: 2015/1574

Andrew Dismore

For the last 3 months, on how many occasions and for how many officer shifts did Barnet benefit from inward aid from other boroughs?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

The number of shifts that Barnet received inward aid for the period 01/03/15 to 31/05/15 was 58 and is broken down as follows:

• 09/03/15 Football at “The Hive” stadium – 2 officers shifts

• 19/04/15 Community Event – 17 Search Officer shifts

• 22/04/15 Community Event – 20 Search Officer shifts

• 23/04/15 Community Event – 19 Search Officer shifts.

Question No: 2015/1575

Andrew Dismore

For the last 3 months, on how many occasions and for how many officer shifts did Camden benefit from inward aid from other boroughs?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

The number of shifts that Camden received inward aid for the period 01/03/15 to 31/05/15 was 704 and is broken down as follows:

• Royal Visits on 12/03/15 & 30/04/15 – 25 shifts for search officers

• Holborn Fire from 01/04/15 to 05/04/15 a total of 459 officers shifts.

• Hatton Garden Burglary from 20/04/15 to 08/05/15 a total of 220 officers shifts.

Question No: 2015/1576

Andrew Dismore

How much was spent on the resent advertising campaign just before the General Election, including; posters in phone boxes about police performance in each borough?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

Officers are drafting a response which will be sent shortly.

Question No: 2015/1577

Andrew Dismore

How many dangerous dogs incidents were there in Barnet in the last 12 months; how does this number compare with other boroughs; and what were the disposal outcomes of the incidents?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

Since 1st April 2014 there have been 88 dangerous dog incidents recorded in Barnet and 56 dogs have been seized. Crime Report analysis shows a sanctioned detection rate of 28%. This does not take into account disposal outcomes where action has been taken other than through the criminal courts (i.e. civil applications for control orders, prohibited dog registrations, warning letters or acceptable behaviour contracts).

Recent changes in legislation to include dog attacks on private property have enhanced the police’s capacity to address dangerous dogs and capture, for the first time, offending that was previously unrecorded. Any increase is therefore not necessarily a rise in incidents but the result of the change in law that captures attacks occurring on private property.

A dangerous dog incident is an incident recorded on the MPS Crime Reporting System (CRIS) where an offence is alleged under:

• Possession of a Prohibited Dog – S1(3) Dangerous Dogs Act 1991
• Owner of a Dog Dangerously out of Control  – S3(1) Dangerous Dogs Act 1991

Question No: 2015/1578

Andrew Dismore

There has been a significant reduction over the last 12 months of both stop and search and stop and account in Barnet. To what is this due? Is it due to the fact that there are fewer police officers on foot patrol?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

The number of officers in neighbourhood policing has in fact grown by 75 officers with the introduction of the Local Policing Model.  The reduction in stop and search, and stop and account, in Barnet is in line with the MPS direction over the last few years and it reflects changes in how officers use those powers, not the number of officers on foot patrol.  A more intelligence led approach is used on stops, and closer supervision and monitoring take place.  Success is not viewed in terms of the number of stops but in the outcomes of such encounters and the positive outcome rate for Barnet averages 21 per cent, which is above the MPS target.

This was discussed at the MOPAC Challenge on Intrusive Tactics on 20 May.

Question No: 2015/1579

Andrew Dismore

What percentage of 1) I and ii) S calls in Barnet were not answered within the target time in each of the last 3 months?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

Officers are drafting a response which will be sent shortly.

Question No: 2015/1580

Andrew Dismore

What percentage of 1) I and ii) S calls in Camden were not answered within the target time in each of the last 3 months?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

Officers are drafting a response which will be sent shortly.

Question No: 2015/1581

Andrew Dismore

As it becomes increasingly clear that internet and phone frauds are gathering huge sums per year; can you explain why fraud is not included in MOPAC’s targets for crime reduction?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

Please see my response to MQ 954 / 2015.

Question No: 2015/1582

Andrew Dismore

In Barnet, for the last 6 months, what percentage of burglaries resulted in an arrest; and what percentage in the charging of a suspect; how many burglaries were there in absolute numbers and what do those percentages of arrests and charges represent in absolute numbers?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

Please find below a table detailing offences recorded between 1 November 2014 and 30 April 2015.

Please be aware not all burglaries will result in an arrest or charge, the MPS may use a number of other methods which they have at their disposal including cautions, penalty charges and warnings which are not reflected in the figures provided.

The Sanction Detection rate for burglaries in Barnet based on the rolling year is currently 4.6%.

Question No: 2015/1583

Andrew Dismore

In Barnet, for the last 6 months, what percentage of theft from person offences resulted in an arrest; and what percentage in the charging of a suspect; how many such offences were there in absolute numbers and what do those percentages of arrests and charges represent in absolute numbers?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

Please find below a table detailing offences recorded between 1 November 2014 and 30 April 2015.

Please be aware not all theft from the person offences will result in an arrest or charge, the MPS may use a number of other methods which they have at their disposal including cautions, penalty charges and warnings which are not reflected in the figures provided.

The Sanction Detection rate for theft from the person in Barnet based on the rolling year is currently 1.5%.

Question No: 2015/1584

Andrew Dismore

In Barnet, for the last 6 months, what percentage of ‘MOPAC 7′    offences resulted in an arrest; and what percentage in the charging of a suspect; how many ‘MOPAC 7′    were there in absolute numbers and what do those percentages of arrests and charges represent in absolute numbers?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

Please find below a table detailing offences recorded between 1 November 2014 and 30 April 2015.

Please be aware not all MOPAC 7 offences will result in an arrest or charge, the MPS may use a number of other methods which they have at their disposal including cautions, penalty charges and warnings which are not reflected in the figures provided.

The Sanction Detection rate for MOPAC 7 offences in Barnet based on the rolling year is currently 10.5%.

Question No: 2015/1585

Andrew Dismore

In Camden, for the last 6 months, what percentage of burglaries resulted in an arrest; and what percentage in the charging of a suspect; how many burglaries were there in absolute numbers and what do those percentages of arrests and charges represent in absolute numbers?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

Please find below a table detailing offences recorded between 1 November 2014 and 30 April 2015.

Please be aware not all burglaries will result in an arrest or charge, the MPS may use a number of other methods which they have at their disposal including cautions, penalty charges and warnings which are not reflected in the figures provided.

The Sanction Detection rate for burglaries in Camden based on the rolling year is currently 7.7%.

Question No: 2015/1586

Andrew Dismore

In Camden, for the last 6 months, what percentage of theft from person offences resulted in an arrest; and what percentage in the charging of a suspect; how many such offences  were there in absolute numbers and what do those percentages of arrests and charges represent in absolute numbers?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

Please find below a table detailing offences recorded between 1 November 2014 and 30 April 2015.

Please be aware not all theft from the person offences will result in an arrest or charge, the MPS may use a number of other methods which they have at their disposal including cautions, penalty charges and warnings which are not reflected in the figures provided.

The Sanction Detection rate for theft from the person in Camden based on the rolling year is currently 3.0%.

Question No: 2015/1587

Andrew Dismore

In Camden, for the last 6 months, what percentage of ‘MOPAC 7′    offences resulted in an arrest; and what percentage in the charging of a suspect; how many ‘MOPAC 7′    were there in absolute numbers and what do those percentages of arrests and charges represent in absolute numbers?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

Please find below a table detailing offences recorded between 1 November 2014 and 30 April 2015.

Please be aware not all MOPAC 7 offences will result in an arrest or charge, the MPS may use a number of other methods which they have at their disposal including cautions, penalty charges and warnings which are not reflected in the figures provided.

The Sanction Detection rate for MOPAC 7 in Camden based on the rolling year is currently 11.1%.

Question No: 2015/1588

Andrew Dismore

What is the average and longest wait a member of the public waited for  attention at the front desk at Colindale police station, over the last 6 months?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

The last footfall survey conducted was February 2014. The MPS does not collate data to evidence waiting times. The staffing was modelled to match the 2014 demand profile.

Currently Colindale Police Station operates 24/7 and has a minimum staffing level of two front counter staff each early and late shift. Between 2300 and 0700 this reduces to one member of staff. The duty officer on a given shift will manage available resources to ensure extra support is given in the event of a sudden increase in demand.

Current victim satisfaction with the ease of accessing the police is at an all-time high.

Question No: 2015/1589

Andrew Dismore

What is  the average and longest wait a member of the public waited for  attention at the front desk at Barnet  police station, over the last 6 months?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

The last footfall survey conducted was February 2014. The MPS does not collate data to evidence waiting times. Our staffing was modelled to match the 2014 demand profile.

Currently Barnet Police Station operates Monday to Friday 1000 to 1800. It has a minimum operating level of one member of staff. The duty Sergeant will manage available resources to ensure additional front counter staffs are available in the event of a sudden increase in demand.

Current victim satisfaction with the ease of accessing the police is at an all-time high

Question No: 2015/1590

Andrew Dismore

what is  the average and longest wait a member of the public waited for  attention at the front desk at Kentish Town  police station, over the last 6 months?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

The last footfall survey conducted was February 2014. The MPS does not collate data to evidence waiting times. Our staffing was modelled to match the 2014 demand profile.

Kentish Town Station Office is open 24/7. The office has a minimum of one Public access officer on at all times. The Station office is supervised by the NPT Patrol supervisor who will allocate extra resources if required.

Current victim satisfaction with the ease of accessing the police is at an all-time high.

Question No: 2015/1591

Andrew Dismore

what is  the average and longest wait a member of the public waited for  attention at the front desk at Holborn   police station, over the last 6 months?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

The last footfall survey conducted was February 2014. The MPS does not collate data to evidence waiting times. Our staffing was modelled to match the 2014 demand profile.

Holborn Station Office is open from 0800-2000 Monday to Friday and 1000 – 1800 hours.  The office has a minimum of one Public access officer on at all times, with two at peak times. The Station office is supervised by the NPT Patrol supervisor who will allocate extra resources if required.

Current victim satisfaction with the ease of accessing the police is at an all-time high.

Question No: 2015/1592

Andrew Dismore

what proportion of time  was the  front desk at Colindale    police station staffed by I) a warranted officer; ii) a PCSO; and iii) a civilian staff member , over the last 6 months?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

The MPS does not routinely collate this data.

Colindale Police Station front counter is resourced with five members of staff in each 24 hour period. On each early and late shift, staffing constitutes one Public Access Officer (PAO) and one warranted officer. During night duty there will be a PAO on duty except in cases of absence due to leave, in which case it will be covered by a warranted officer. PCSO’s are not used on the front counter.

Current victim satisfaction with the ease of accessing the police is at an all-time high.

Question No: 2015/1593

Andrew Dismore

what proportion of time  was the  front desk at Barnet     police station staffed by I) a warranted officer; ii) a PCSO; and iii) a civilian staff member , over the last 6 months?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

The MPS does not routinely collate data.

Barnet Police Station front counter is staffed by one Public Access Officer (PAO), 10am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. Warranted officers are only utilised when no PAO is available. PCSO’s are not used on the front counter.

Current victim satisfaction with the ease of accessing the police is at an all-time high.

Question No: 2015/1594

Andrew Dismore

what proportion of time  was the  front desk at Kentish Town police station staffed by I) a warranted officer; ii) a PCSO; and iii) a civilian staff member , over the last 6 months?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

The MPS does not routinely collate this data.

The majority of shifts are covered by civilian staff members who are employed as Public Access Officers (PAOs). Warranted officers are utilised to cover sickness and leave by PAOs when required.  PCSO’s are not used on the front counter.

Current victim satisfaction with the ease of accessing the police is at an all-time high.

Question No: 2015/1595

Andrew Dismore

what proportion of time was the front desk at Holborn   police station staffed by I) a warranted officer; ii) a PCSO; and iii) a civilian staff member, over the last 6 months?

Written answer from the Mayor and MPS Commissioner

The MPS does not routinely collate this data.

The majority of shifts are covered by civilian staff members who are employed as Public Access Officers (PAOs). Warranted officers are utilised to cover sickness and leave by PAOs when required.  PCSO’s are not used on the front counter.

Current victim satisfaction with the ease of accessing the police is at an all-time high.