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The rise agreed by the Hampshire Police and Crime Panel means people in Band D properties will pay £10 more a year, equalling 83p monthly.

It will also provide equipment and training for Hampshire Constabulary and improve the way 999 and 101 calls are handled.

Hampshire’s crime commissioner, Michael Lane, put the recommendation forward with the backing of more than 3,100 consulted residents.

Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire, Michael Lane. Picture: Sarah Standing (050319-2253)

It comes after Hampshire Constabulary gained 210 new officers and 65 police investigators when its council tax precept rose last year.

‘This year the increase will enable Hampshire Constabulary to continue the journey begun last year to greater effectiveness and visibility of policing in our area,' said Mr Lane.

‘The funding will ensure we protect the new officers recruited last year while also recruiting an additional 156 police officers.’

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He added: ‘This recognises what our communities want to see and it will keep our communities safer.’

The recruitment drive is the first phase of a 20,000-strong programme across England and Wales.

A boost in Hampshire police's council tax precept will also pave the way for digital crime-fighting technology that could help keep police out on the beat for longer.

Councillor Dave Stewart, chairman of Hampshire's Police and Crime Panel, said the increase signified Mr Lane's commitment to making the county ‘among the safest places to live, work and visit’.

Chief Constable Olivia Pinkney added: ‘We welcome the support from the public, the members of the Police and Crime Panel and the police and crime Commissioner.

Council tax rise of £10 is approved - and it will get Hampshire 156 new police officers

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