A former councillor who campaigned for more police on Salford Quays to combat antisocial behaviour and late-night car racing has hailed the recruitment of extra officers. An additional six police officers are being dedicated to the area following campaigns by residents and local councillors in the face longstanding crime issues.
Ex-Labour councillor Phil Tresadern served on Salford city council for only a year, losing his seat in May. The 42-year-old software engineer said he had no wish to return immediately to local politics, but said he was "delighted" police chiefs had "reacted positively" to local concerns.
"I was one of many people who pushed for more police," said Mr Tresadern, who has a degree in robotics from the University of Salford. "I've lived in Salford for 24 years and although software engineering is my main job, I've also been involved in charities and I got involved in local politics because I thought I could do some good."
