BUSINESS crime across Dyfed-Powys is taken seriously by the police, according to local companies.

More than 70 per cent of 800 enterprise leaders surveyed in the region also said the police give a satisfactory service and do a good job dealing with business crime.

However, less than 30 per cent were aware of Action Fraud, the UK’s central point of contact for information about fraud and financially motivated internet crime.

Police and Crime Commissioner Christopher Salmon said: “I’m delighted that bosses think the police tackle business crime in Dyfed-Powys.

“My priority is to keep business and the public safe. I listen to them when I want to know how police are getting on. There’s more to do but this is a great start.”

Robert Lloyd-Griffiths, Wales regional director of the Institute of Directors, said: “Business leaders who I speak to are unwavering in their support of the police and are appreciative of the difficult job they have to do.

“Crime in general - and business crime in particular - is naturally of particular concern to the business community and anything business leaders can do collectively or individually to combat this is welcomed."

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