Hertfordshire police and crime commissioner results
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David Lloyd of the Conservative Party has been elected police and crime commissioner for Hertfordshire.
Find out more about these candidates below.
SHERMA BATSON - Labour
Sherma Batson, the Labour candidate, has called for change to improve policing
Former county councillor and member of Hertfordshire's Police Authority Sherma Batson, external is the Labour candidate.
She said the force needed to prioritise neighbourhood policing and take anti-social behaviour seriously.
Ms Batson said: "When it comes to policing the Tories don't get it. They are taking 310 police officers out of our community and stripping away vital powers. You don't cut crime by cutting the police."
DAVID LLOYD - Conservative
Conservative candidate David Lloyd believes he has the experience to succeed in the role
Deputy leader of Hertfordshire County Council and chair of the police authority David Lloyd, external has been selected to stand as the Conservative Party candidate.
Mr Lloyd said as chair of the police authority he has the experience to succeed in the role.
He said: "Look at my record. Crime is down 20%. I am good at making sure organisations work efficiently and effectively."
MARION MASON - UK Independence Party
UKIP candidate for Hertfordshire believes in zero tolerance for anti-social behaviour
Ex-nurse and former Stevenage councillor Marion Mason has been selected as the UKIP candidate.
Ms Mason said: "I strongly believe that the accountability of the elected Police & Crime Commissioner gives a voice to the public and builds trust between the police and the local community. My long experience and knowledge of dealing with the public means that I am confident I can contribute significantly to building that trust."
She also believes there should be zero tolerance of anti-social behaviour.
CHRISTOPHER TOWNSEND - Liberal Democrats
Lib Dem candidate Christopher Townsend aims to keep crime rates low
Dacorum Borough councillor Christopher Townsend, external has been chosen as the candidate for the Liberal Democrats.
Mr Townsend said one of his key aims was to keep crime rates low so that people in the county feel safe in their homes.
He said: "Police forces across the country are facing significant financial challenges. I see the police and crime commissioner as having a vital role in keeping as many police officers serving local people as possible, and to do everything possible to protect front-line police services while making the books balance."