Devon and Cornwall police are hoping a report praising their financial management will help their campaign against massive Government funding cuts.
The Inspectorate of Constabulary say the force were efficient and good at meeting the demands for their services, despite having to make 'robust' savings in recent years.
Deputy chief constable Bill Skelly says any further cuts will put that performance at risk..
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