The table and charts present data on the police budget for 2017 and 2018 in a specific region of Britain, detailing funding sources and expenditure distribution.
Overall, the total budget increased from £304.7 million to £318.6 million, with local taxes experiencing the most notable rise, whereas other sources of funding remained stable. Regarding spending, there was a significant reduction in salary allocation, while investment in technology almost doubled.
In terms of revenue, the National Government remained the primary contributor, increasing its funding slightly from £175.5 million in 2017 to £177.8 million in 2018. Local tax revenue, however, rose substantially from £91.2 million to £102.3 million, marking an increase of over 12%. Meanwhile, grants and other funding sources showed minimal growth, rising by just £0.5 million.
Regarding expenditure, salaries for officers and staff, which accounted for the majority of the budget, dropped from 75% (£228.5m) in 2017 to 69% (£219.8m) in 2018. Conversely, spending on technology nearly doubled, increasing from 8% (£24.4m) to 14% (£44.6m), reflecting a strategic shift towards modernization. Investment in buildings and transport remained constant at 17% in both years, suggesting that infrastructure was not a priority during this period.
In summary, while overall police funding saw a moderate increase, the allocation of resources shifted notably, with a decline in salary expenses and a sharp rise in technology investment.