Residents quizzed on police costs

A CONSULTATION is underway asking residents whether they would pay more through their council tax to pay for policing.

The South Yorkshire Police and Crime Commissioner Alan Billings launched the survey this week.

He said: “I am fully aware of the financial pressures facing residents this year.

“The cost-of-living has risen significantly and everyone is feeling the pinch.

“To allow me to explore the options available I am asking residents to indicate the areas they would like to maintain at current levels and areas where they believe savings could be made and whether they would be willing to pay a little more to avoid cuts.”

The survey can be found on the force’s website.