The Knesset Committee for Internal Security has authorized an order given by the Internal Security Minister that enables the establishment of local council police forces comprised of an inspector and a Border Police officer, to operate in six local authorities.
Committee chair MK Meirav Ben Ari noted that, "We will do everything we can to ensure that this pilot plan is significantly expanded in another year's time. We are in dire need of these teams. Life in the villages has become intolerable."
The six regional council areas to be included in the pilot plan are: Maale Yosef, Merom Galil, Lachish, Sedot Negev, Merchavim, and Benei Shimon.