I WOULD like to support Janet De Vries’ opinion (What’s the extra police cash for, Letters, March 23).

So our council tax increase is to cover police costs? Essex Police are closing police stations throughout Essex, including in Thurrock. Who amongst us believes in true value for money?

When was the last time you saw a policeman patrolling in your street? It’s a long time since I’ve seen one.

I truly support the men and women in blue, but their masters have strange ideas about what the public want.

If we were allowed to vote in our chief constable, I bet the attitude would change, instead of them taking us for granted. – NAME AND ADDRESS SUPPLIED.