Police and Crime Commissioner Ann Barnes spoke to youngsters at North West Kent College today about crime figures, budget cuts - and how to get a job in the force.

Mrs Barnes was there with youth crime commissioner Kerry Boyd to meet students who could ask questions and find out more about the force.

Held in one of the lecture theatres at the campus in Oakfield Lane, Dartford, about 50 young people attended.

A wide range of topics was covered including recruitment, crime rates and budget cuts.

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