PCC response to national prison pressures
With alleviating pressure on prison capacity across the county, the National Police Chief’s Council (NPCC) has urged Chief Constables to think about “pausing non-priority arrests to combat the growing issue. PCC John Campion has said: “It is concerning to see the national landscape of prison capacity and the action being taken to combat this issue. […]
PCC backs concerns raised by Police Fed on misconduct hearings
As the voice of the public in policing, Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion has backed concerns raised by West Mercia Police Federation. Amendments made to misconduct hearings now see police chiefs, or their delegate, chairing standard misconduct hearings, rather than Legally Qualified Chairs (LQCs). In a statement from Friday 16 May, the Federation’s […]
PCC reaction to Op Forefront in Telford
As part of West Mercia Police's Operation Forefront in Telford, 24 arrests were made and £130,000 worth of drugs were seized across the day of action. Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion, said: “Operation Forefront is just a snapshot of the brilliant work taking place across the year to take criminals off our streets and […]
A volunteering opportunity like no-other raises the question – ‘Could I be an ICV?’
Shining a light on a unique role where volunteers go behind the scenes of police custody, the ‘Could I be an ICV?’ campaign has been launched by Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion. A key part of the justice system, the PCC’s Independent Custody Visitors (ICVs) make sure the rights of those in police custody […]
PCC shares disappointment after West Mercia Police’s inadequate rating
A report by HMICFRS, following an inspection in 2023, has graded West Mercia Police’s response to serious and organised crime as inadequate. Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion has shared his disappointment in the findings. In response, West Mercia Police has created an improvement plan setting out how it will deliver on the report’s recommendations. […]
PCC to shine a spotlight on force performance in latest meeting with chief
Focused on ensuring the residents of West Mercia feel safe and are safe in their community, Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion is holding his latest assurance and accountability session with Chief Constable (CC) Alex Murray. The formal session on Monday 20 May will be a discussion between the PCC and CC on the force’s […]
Re-elected PCC makes promise to local communities after swearing the oath of office
Officially sworn into office, re-elected Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion has made a solemn promise to communities across the three counties. Beginning his third term as PCC for West Mercia, Mr Campion outlined his plans for the future after swearing an oath of office on Friday 10 May. At the ceremony taking place at […]
Election result: John Campion is re-elected as Police and Crime Commissioner
John Campion has been re-elected, for the second time, as the PCC for West Mercia. Mr Campion’s campaign focused on fighting crime, supporting victims and putting policing back in the heart of communities. Following the result, which was announced at the Tennis Centre in Telford & Wrekin, Mr Campion said: “I would like to thank […]
PCC funds initiative to support young people impacted by domestic abuse
Committed to tackling domestic abuse in West Mercia, Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion has funded a new initiative to work with young victims. More than £97,000 has been awarded by the PCC to a collaborative project led by West Mercia Women’s Aid, who will deliver targeted engagement with children and young people who are […]
Letter to Alex Chalk MP on Court Backlogs
I know the Government shares my commitment to ensuring victims and witnesses going through the criminal justice system get the service they expect and deserve. As Chairman of the Local Criminal Justice Board, I bring together key criminal justice partners to address shared issues, reduce reoffending and improve the experiences of victims and witnesses within […]
