Closure of help desks in Leeds by West Yorkshire Police is 'criminal', says union

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Six police help desks in West Yorkshire, including Leeds Central, have shut

She said: “Public confidence in the police will only grow when their priorities focus on supporting those most at risk.

“Closing doors in this fashion is a backward step. Not just for the public but the professional workforce who currently support them.”The testimony from an anonymous member of staff was also given, in which they said: “Staff are exhausted as colleagues leave, unable to face the very real potential of cuts to pay.A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police said:"The Force has been reviewing the public help desk provision across its five policing districts.

"A focused consultation with affected staff on the proposed changes has now concluded. The consultation was extended to ensure that staff and supervisors had adequate opportunity to provide their feedback and input into the business case that will be presented to the Chief Officer Team for consideration."The Force will keep colleagues and the public updated along with ensuring that any call for service is appropriately responded to when people are in need of help.

 

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