Does Sussex suffer without seaside police?

The Sussex coastline stretches for over 150 miles, but unlike neighbouring counties, it is not protected by a dedicated police marine unit.

So is the Sussex shoreline more vulnerable then other coastlines or are the marine units elsewhere an unnecessary waste of police resources?

Inspector Dave Padwick from Sussex Police says that they tailor police resources to suit the needs of their particular area.

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Further along the coastline, Dorset Police have a busy marine unit.  Assistant Chief Constable Adrian Whiting argues that policing the popular Poole Harbour alone is enough reason to warrant a dedicated unit. 

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