The table and charts provide information about the police budget in one area of Britain for the years 2017 and 2018, indicating the sources of the funds and their distribution.
In 2017, the police budget amounted to £304.7 million, with the majority of funds (£175.5 million) coming from the national government. Local taxes contributed £91.2 million, while other sources, including grants, added £38 million. The budget allocation was primarily directed towards salaries for officers and staff, which accounted for 75% of the total expenditure. Buildings and transport received 17%, while the remaining 8% was spent on technology.
In 2018, the total budget increased to £318.6 million, marking a rise from the previous year. The national government remained the largest contributor, providing £177.8 million. Local taxes increased by £11.1 million, reaching £102.3 million, while other sources saw a slight increase to £38.5 million. The distribution of expenditures shifted slightly; spending on salaries decreased to 69%, while the allocation for technology rose to 14%. The budget for buildings and transport remained constant at 17%.
In summary, while the police budget saw an overall increase in 2018, there were slight adjustments in spending priorities, with a notable increase in the allocation for technology.