Moutray welcomes retention of the police reserve

UPPER Bann DUP MLA Stephen Moutray has welcomed the decision to retain 225 members of the Full-Time PSNI Reserve for the next year in order to combat ongoing terrorism.

Mr Moutray said, “There is a significant threat from dissident republican terrorist organisations right across Northern Ireland. That threat is particularly high in some areas such as here in Upper Bann.

“This area was facing a net loss of some 90 police officers. I therefore very much welcome the decision by the Chief Constable to retain 225 members of the Full-Time-Reserve for the next year in order to combat that threat.

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“What is required is for a robust police response. For that to be possible there need to be adequate resources including experienced and skilled police personnel. The retention of these Full-Time reserve officers is essential in such circumstances.

“This decision is something that is good for policing and good for community safety. It ought to be welcomed by everyone,” he added.

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