election there's been a cut in over 4000 in the number of front-line police officers works in south yorkshire the police helicopter which last was responsible for apprehending over 700 the was going to be scrapped against the advice? how can you explain these matters which clearly indicate to the public that crime will rise when it's simply another broken promise? >> the prime minister? >> turn one. i know there are talks under way between the police. i'm confident helicopter coverage will be maintained at on the issue he raises i would make the point that actually recorded crime is down under this government. and also if you look at the figures from his majesty's inspection, they believe there'll be more police, and visible policing role then there was a year ago. >> thank you, mr. speaker. this monday was meant to be a happy reunion for pupils following for half term break. instead, turned out to be a day of mourning for the school and the entire community because of the news of a crash in france which claimed the life of a much loved local teacher, and left many schoolchildren seriously in