Reducing inequality will reduce crime: new figures

Measures to tackle poverty are 14 times more effective at reducing crime than increasing spending on police and gaols, figures released by the NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research show.

"Reducing income inequality benefits everyone in society. These figures prove that we can be more effective at reducing crime rates by tackling poverty, rather than creating tougher punishments for crimes," Greens MP Jamie Parker said.

"We should address the root causes of crime such as drug and alcohol addiction, while improving rehabilitation services in prison.

"I have seen the dedication and commitment of police officers in my work as Leichhardt Mayor and Councillor and now as the Member for Balmain.

"I believe we can support our police more effectively by ensuring a holistic approach to tackling crime and by working for a more just and equal society," Mr Parker said.

Read the report (Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research)

Long jail terms don't stop offenders (AAP)

Response from NSW Greens MP and Justice Spokesperson David Shoebridge

Be the first to comment

Sign in with

FERRIES AT ANNANDALE AND WEST BALMAIN

Imagine hopping on a ferry at Annandale or West Balmain and being in the heart of the city within minutes.

In 2020, we won the campaign for a Glebe ferry. Now, we have the opportunity to connect more of our area to the ferry network. New ferries at Annandale and West Balmain will provide a faster, smarter route into the city without adding to the traffic on our roads.

Both Labor and the Liberals want to build more polluting and destructive tollways across Sydney. But we have costed a comprehensive plan for a world-class public transport system that makes getting around our city fast and easy.

Dear Transport Minister,

New inner west ferry services would provide efficient, fast and environmentally sound travel to and from the area for workers, tourists, students, pensioners and the general public.

I therefore ask that the Government build on the success of the Blackwattle Bay ferry and establish a ferry service at Rozelle Bay for the Annandale area and reinstate the ferry at West Balmain.

6,059 SIGNATURES

6,000