Welsh Liberal Democrats unveil policies to cut crime

12.00.00am GMT Tue 6th Feb 2007

John Dixon and Ed Bridges have welcomed Lib Dem plans to address Labour’s failures on law & order.

The Liberal Democrats have unveiled their policies to address Labour's bungled approach to crime and justice.

After nearly 10 years in power, Labour haven't managed to tackle crime. Violent crime has doubled and problems of anti-social behaviour continue to rise. Meanwhile, the Conservatives can't make up their mind what to do about crime.

The Liberal Democrats have launched a five-step plan to cut crime. Tackling crime and anti-social behaviour is a top priority for the Lib Dems.

Their proposals would see:

• More police on patrol instead of wasted billions on unnecessary ID cards

• Reclaiming our town centres by closing pubs and clubs that cause trouble

• Making sentences mean what they say - the Lib Dems believe life should mean life

• Compulsory work and training in prison to cut reoffending

• Better compensation for victims, paid for by prison work

Liberal Democrat Assembly candidate for Cardiff North, Ed Bridges, said: "Labour have talked tough on crime, but the reality is very different. People have lost confidence in the system."

Regional Assembly candidate, John Dixon, added: "Cutting crime is a top priority for Welsh Liberal Democrats. We are the only party with effective policies to take back our streets and town centres."

"In Councils up and down the country - including Cardiff - Lib Dem councils are leading the way in cutting crime - often putting neighbouring Labour and Conservative Councils to shame."

If you'd like more information on how the Lib Dems plan to tackled crime, you can log on to the new website at www.wecancutcrime.com and get full details of these exciting new policies.