The commanding officer of the Saskatchewan RCMP says he stands behind the work his officers are doing, amid criticism over public safety and response times.

Earlier this week, officials at Meadow Lake Tribal Council (MLTC) called for First Nations-led policing , citing a lack of police presence in some Saskatchewan communities.

In a public statement Thursday, Assistant Commissioner Robin McNeil, commanding officer of the Saskatchewan RCMP, said he wanted to address the “public dialogue” about the quality of the RCMP’s service.

“I understand communities are frustrated with violence, addictions and other social issues,” McNeil said.

“We are as well, and RCMP officers across this province work very hard every day responding to these issues, among other calls for service.”

McNeil said

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