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MP Slams Police for Prioritizing Child Welfare Over Burglary

1/30/2026

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Conservative MP Kevin Hollinrake criticized North Yorkshire Police for prioritizing checking children's welfare during a burglary investigation at a family farmhouse in Thirsk and Malton.
He described the officer's actions as "strange" and "disgraceful" in a letter to the Chief Constable.
Hollinrake argued that burglary should have been the focus.
Assistant Chief Constable Catherine Clarke defended the officer, saying checking children's welfare is part of training and essential for safety.

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Conservative MP Kevin Hollinrake criticized North Yorkshire Police for prioritizing checking children's welfare during a burglary investigation at a family farmhouse in Thirsk and Malton.
He described the officer's actions as "strange" and "disgraceful" in a letter to the Chief Constable.
Hollinrake argued that burglary should have been the focus.
Assistant Chief Constable Catherine Clarke defended the officer, saying checking children's welfare is part of training and essential for safety.