Residents living across Castle Point who are concerned about policing and crime in their area can discuss issues with Roger Hirst on Monday.

Mr Hirst, Essex’s police fire and crime commissioner, will be talking to residents at a meeting at Richmond Hall, Benfleet.

There will be an opportunity to raise issues with Mr Hirst and a panel of representatives, including Castle Point councillor Godfrey Isaacs, cabinet member for neighbourhoods and communities.

The meeting starts at 6.30pm and is open to everyone. Details of current crime trends and ongoing operations will be discussed at the meeting

Councillor Issacs said: “This is a great opportunity for local people to voice any concerns they may have about crime and safety in their neighbourhoods, so I would urge them to come along and have their say.”

More information about the work of the police fire and crime commissioner for Essex can be found on www.essex.pfcc.police.uk and also on Facebook and Twitter.