The location of a new police hub in Crewe town centre is still being decided, with the existing public help desk set to remain open in the meantime.

Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner, Dan Price, has confirmed the latest position to Nub News, saying work was continuing to identify a suitable location for the proposed hub.

He also provided an update on the new Crewe Police building, which is currently under development and is expected to open in 2027.

Mr Price reassured residents there are no plans to change police deployment in the town centre.

He told Nub News: "Work is ongoing to identify the right location for the Crewe town centre hub, but the existing help desk will stay open and accessible to the public in the meantime. "

Work is also progressing well on the new Crewe Police building.

"I've been reassured there are no plans to change police deployment in Crewe town centre."

The update comes as work progresses on Cheshire Constabulary's new police deployment base at Basford East, off David Whitby Way.

Construction began in February on the project, which was initially announced as a £14 million net zero policing hub.

However, the cost of the new facility has since risen to £16.5 million, including the purchase of the land.

This development is designed to bring several police departments together under one roof, accommodating around 300 staff and operating around the clock.

The new building will replace Crewe's ageing town centre police station, Crewe Street, which has faced significant structural issues, including asbestos and reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC).

Despite the move to Basford East, maintaining a police presence in Crewe town centre remains part of the plans.

The proposed town centre hub is intended to provide a public-facing help desk and a base for officers working in the area.

For now, the existing help desk will remain open while a permanent location for the new hub is identified.

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