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Essex Council Launches Operation Vanguard to Boost Safety
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- Essex County Council launched Operation Vanguard to boost safety after a serious assault.
- Council member Harris said the program will be measured by incidents, police referrals, patrol visibility and residents’ safety perceptions.
- Conservative opposition leader Lee Scott said he does not oppose the launch but will scrutinise it after the trial.
- Liberal Democrat group leader David King suggested collaborating with district and city councils for better value for money.