Under the government legislation which introduced the PCC role a referendum is only required if the precept rise is more than 3.8%.

BBC: Mark Burns-Williamson

Under the government legislation which introduced the PCC role, a referendum is only required if the precept rise for South Yorkshire is more than 3.6%.

BBC: Shaun Wright

Shaun Wright said the rise of 3.6% in the police precept would let the force "keep police on the beat".

BBC: Shaun Wright

Mark Burns-Williamson said a 3.8% rise in the police precept would allow the force to recruit 44 extra officers.

BBC: Mark Burns-Williamson

He also consulted on precept increases with 62% of those who replied backing a 2% increase and 32% a 3% rise.

BBC: Durham PCC Ron Hogg decides against deputy role