Millions turn to ‘DIY security’ as Tories ‘fail to tackle crime’ – Lib Dems

Some people have even bought a dog in order to feel safer at home, according to a poll commissioned by the party.

As well as home security measures, some 6% of respondents said they had bought a dog because they are worried about crime in their area, according to the party (Alamy/PA)

Four in 10 adults have turned to “DIY security” like doorbell cameras and alarm systems in the past year because of the Tory Government’s failure to tackle crime, the Liberal Democrats have claimed.

Some residents have even bought a dog in order to feel safer at home, according to a poll commissioned by the party.

Nearly one in five  (19%) respondents had a doorbell camera fitted, one in six had installed CCTV and one in 10 had sought stronger door locks, the party said.