RAYLEIGH residents will have the opportunity to put their questions on crime and community safety to Essex’s police and crime commissioner.

Roger Hirst will be joined by Glen Westley, Castle Point and Rochford’s district commander, at the public meeting next Thursday.

Also in attendance will be Graham Brown, Rochford’s community safety partnership manager.

Mr Hirst said: “I welcome the opportunity to meet with local residents.

“I urge everyone who wants to have their say on crime and policing related issues in the district to come along to discuss the issues.”

The meeting will take place between 6.30pm and 8.30pm at the Civic Suite and Rayleigh Information Centre, in Hockley Road, Rayleigh.