The chief constable of West Midlands Police, Chris Sims, said he expected to lose 1, 000 officers and 1, 250 civilian staff.

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West Midlands Police Chief Constable Chris Sims congratulated Mr Jones on his election and said the pair would be meeting over the coming days.

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Chief Constable Chris Sims said the closure of Edgbaston and Aston stations would not happen for about two years and not until the force had "thoroughly consulted" with the community about the future provision of services.

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On Monday, West Midlands Police Chief Constable Chris Sims said out of five options being considered over the camera's future, he would like to see them removed in the hope it would rebuild trust within the communities.

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