Proposals include cutting the 43 individual police forces, potentially including Lancashire, across England and Wales to as few as 12 in order to create a more streamlined and effective service – with comparable capabilities in each area. The proposals have faced resistance from police and crime commissioners and local leaders who fear a restructuring will cost money and weaken ties between senior officers and the communities they serve.
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