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30. Mr. Paul Clark

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will make a statement on the most recent crime figures for Kent. [103991]

Mr. Charles Clarke

The latest figures, covering the 12 months to September 1999, will be published tomorrow.

31. Mr. Miller

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what assessment he has made of the performance of Cheshire Police in reducing crime. [103992]

Mr. Charles Clarke

Cheshire Police achieved a reduction in recorded crime of 26 per cent. over the period 1993–94 to 1998–99. The ratio of crimes to population in Cheshire also compares well with other forces. In partnership with local authorities and other agencies, the police are continuing that good work.

32. Mr. Derek Twigg

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will make a statement on the latest crime figures for Cheshire. [103993]

Mr. Charles Clarke

The latest figures, covering the 12 months to September 1999, will be published tomorrow.