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Davey Demands Action Against Soaring Vehicle Thefts

6/7/2025

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During a visit to a bicycle repair shop in Thame, Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey passionately urged the government to combat the alarming rise in vehicle thefts. With nearly 2,500 incidents reported in Thames Valley last year and a shocking charge rate of under 3%, he emphasized the urgent need to maintain policing budgets to protect the community.

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During a visit to a bicycle repair shop in Thame, Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey passionately urged the government to combat the alarming rise in vehicle thefts. With nearly 2,500 incidents reported in Thames Valley last year and a shocking charge rate of under 3%, he emphasized the urgent need to maintain policing budgets to protect the community.