Progress continues on Redditch Police and Fire station
Work is on track to see the new Redditch Police and Fire station completed by Autumn 2024, with significant progress at the site on Middle House Lane. Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion is working in partnership with West Mercia Police and Herefordshire and Worcestershire Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) to bring a new police […]
PCC makes £600k available to tackle speeding on busy A-road
More than half a million pounds to clamp down on speeding has been set aside by Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion. Understanding residents’ speeding concerns, the PCC has made funding available to deliver average speed camera schemes on the A41, if required, and the A49. A41 press release A49 press release
PCC welcomes latest Government action to ban zombie-style knives
The Government has announced a swift change to the law around zombie-style knives, following a series of complex measures made by the Home Office since 2016. From September, it will be illegal to possess, sell, manufacture or transport the machete-like weapons. In addition, the zombie-style knives no longer need to have words or images on […]
PCC welcomes more focussed policing principles
A new national Code of Ethics has been launched, today. The changes reflect the challenges of modern-day policing, while outlining the professional behaviours that the public can expect to see from officers, staff and volunteers. The nine principles from the 2014 Code of Ethics have been mapped into three principles: public service, courage, respect and […]
PCC welcomes results of screening into West Mercia Police’s workforce
In the largest ever integrity screening project in the history of policing, more than 300,000 police officers, staff and volunteers have been checked against the Police National Database, including those that work for West Mercia Police. Across the force, 4,745 people were checked with one individual requiring a vetting clearance review. Two others had additional […]
Kyle Gordon confirmed as next Chief Constable for West Mercia Police
PCC John Campion’s preferred candidate, Kyle Gordon, has been confirmed as the next Chief Constable of West Mercia Police at the Police and Crime Panel today. Kyle was chosen by PCC John Campion as the preferred candidate as Chief Constable following a vigorous and open process in December 2023. As a current Commander for the […]
Roads Focus to drive change in Warndon
Following road safety concerns raised by Worcester residents, Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion is hosting a drop-in ‘Roads Focus’ event in Warndon on Tuesday 30 January. Taking place from 6pm to 8pm at the Warndon Hub, in partnership with West Mercia Police, the event will bring together the force’s Road Safety Team and Worcestershire […]
West Mercia PCC to host Community Conversation in Ross-on-Wye
An opportunity for residents to share their thoughts on policing, Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion is hosting his next Community Conversation in Ross-on-Wye. Taking place on Wednesday 24 January, the event is a chance for local residents to discuss concerns, like police visibility, and crime in the area. The drop-in event will be at […]
Changes to tackle firearms licensing delays backed by PCC
Tackling firearms licensing delays is a top priority for Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion. The PCC has continued to shine a light on the experiences of communities facing delays, scrutinise the performance of the Firearms Licensing Unit and has taken action by providing significant resources to deliver change. To ensure progress is made without […]
PCC welcomes Home Office announcement to support victims of domestic abuse
Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion has welcomed a £2 million investment from the Home Office to support victims escaping domestic abuse. Today’s announcement will see hundreds of victims receive lifeline payments to help them escape tormenting and often life-threatening abuse, and to help rebuild their lives. The latest support is just part of the […]
