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The opposition\'s crime spokesperson is putting his career on the line, if crime stats don\'t improve under a potential National government.
\\nThe party is concerned at at increase in retail crime and police response times, proposing stronger sentences for criminals and restoring the three strikes law.
\\nPolice Spokesperson Mark Mitchell told Mike Hosking public safety is one of the top issues.
\\nHe says if he\'s Police Minister and there\'s no change in the first 12 months - he will stand down.
\\nPolice Minister Ginny Andersen says it\'s a tricky area that continuously needs resourcing, but she\'s proud of her work to tackle gang crime.
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