POLICE in Honiton recorded a substantial reduction in recorded crime over the Christmas and New Year period. From December 14 to January 11, a total of 46 crimes were recorded, compared to 73 the previous year.

POLICE in Honiton recorded a substantial reduction in recorded crime over the Christmas and New Year period.

From December 14 to January 11, a total of 46 crimes were recorded, compared to 73 the previous year.

The figures were revealed by Pc Ian Atyeo last week.