New Milton police station opens with expanded custody suite
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 15 Oct, 06:03 · Archive
A new police station has opened in Milton, replacing the outdated Parkside facility.
A new police station has officially opened in Milton, next to Milton Park and Ride. The two-storey facility replaces the outdated Parkside Police Station and is designed to improve public services, manage growing demand, and support officers and staff with modern infrastructure.
The station includes a 24-cell custody suite—double the previous capacity—alongside interview rooms, medical facilities, and secure holding areas. It also features open-plan offices, space for investigative work, and areas for cross-force and multi-agency collaboration. Sustainability features include air source heat pumps, solar panels, and electric vehicle chargers, with the building achieving an A rating for energy efficiency.
Chief Constable Chris Balmer said: 'This modern, purpose-built facility gives our officers and staff the environment, tools and capacity they need to meet rising demand, respond more efficiently, and provide a high-quality service to the public for many years to come. It represents a major investment in community safety and in our frontline people.' Police and Crime Commissioner Darryl Preston noted the new station's 'better access to our roads network will enable the Constabulary to meet the demands of our growing population, particularly in the south of the county'.
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- New Milton police station opens with 24-cell custody suite and modern facilitiesA new police station has officially opened in Milton.Cambs Times · 15 Oct, 05:00
- New Milton police station opens with 24-cell custody suite and modern facilitiesA new police station has officially opened in Milton.Ely Standard · 15 Oct, 05:00
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