The table and charts below give information on the police budget for 2017 and 2018 in one area of Britain. The table shows where the money came from and the charts show how it was distributed. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table and charts show the police budget in one part of Britain for 2017 and 2018. The table gives information about the sources of income, and the pie charts show how the money was spent.
Overall, the budget increased slightly in 2018, with most of the money coming from the national government. Salaries took the largest share of the budget, though spending on technology went up.
In 2017, the total budget was £304.7 million, and it rose to £318.6 million in 2018. The national government contributed the most in both years, providing £175.5 million in 2017 and £177.8 million in 2018. Local taxes also rose from £91.2 million to £102.3 million. Other sources, such as grants, remained similar, increasing slightly from £38 million to £38.5 million.
In both years, most of the budget was used for salaries, though the percentage dropped from 75% in 2017 to 69% in 2018. Meanwhile, spending on technology increased from 8% to 14%. The proportion spent on buildings and transport stayed the same at 17%.
The essay is well-organized and logically structured, with clear comparisons and transitions.
Suggestions
- Ensure all comparisons are explicitly stated.
The essay uses a good range of vocabulary with some flexibility, though it could benefit from more variety.
The essay demonstrates a good command of grammar with minor errors.
The essay effectively summarizes the main features of the data and makes relevant comparisons.
Suggestions
- Include more detailed analysis of the data trends.