Crime and court appearances down

National’s approach to reducing crime is working. The Statistical Bulletin Conviction and Sentencing in New Zealand 2011 published this week confirms it.

The statistics show there are fewer criminal charges being laid, fewer people appearing in court, more charges resulting in convictions, and a decrease in overall serious and violent offences.

National is serious about making our communities safer. We have set a target of a 25% reduction in reoffending by 2017.

This is also part of our drive for a more efficient and results-driven public service. Delivering better public services within tight fiscal constraints is one of National’s four priorities in this term.

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