PCC begins process to identify new leader for West Mercia Police
A process to shape how the future of West Mercia is policed has started. Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion is searching for the next Chief Constable, following Chief Constable’s Pippa Mills announcement that she will be leaving the role. Appointing a Chief Constable is a key element of the PCC’s role, with this being […]
PCC welcomes law to make nitrous oxide an illegal Class C substance
Following today's announcement to make nitrous oxide an illegal Class C substance by the end of the year, PCC John Campion has welcomed the move by the Government. In an amendment to the law, those in possession of nitrous oxide could now face up to two years in prison or an unlimited fine in a […]
PCC determined to support initiatives promoting healthy relationships amongst young people
As part of his plan to build a more secure West Mercia, Police and Crime Commissioner, John Campion, has been funding the Purple Leaf service to eradicate sexual violence by educating the public about healthy relationships. With an additional investment of over £200,000 provided this year to the West Mercia Rape and Sexual Assault Support […]
PCC welcomes positive step by Government to break cycle of domestic abuse
A new initiative which will see domestic abusers tagged when they leave prison has been welcomed by Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion. The pilot scheme, covering West Mercia, will protect and reassure victims by ensuring the police is able to monitor a perpetrator’s whereabouts, as well as a curfew and ban being enforced to […]
PCC “cautiously welcomes” plans to introduce greater powers over officer dismissal cases
Police officers guilty of gross misconduct in England and Wales will face automatic sackings, the government has announced. Under the new system, Chief Constables or their Deputies will chair misconduct panels hearing serious allegations against officers. There will also be changes to the Police Regulations, which govern officers’ behaviour, to allow police officers who fail […]
PCC backs new measures to tackle knife crime
Measures to clamp down on zombie knives and machetes have been welcomed by Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion. Today (Wednesday 30 August), the Home Office announced plans to ban more ‘zombie-style’ knives and machetes as well as giving the police more powers to seize and destroy them. Under the new measures, the definition of […]
PCC supports calls to put victims of theft first
Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion will ensure West Mercia Police continues to deliver for the public after Home Secretary Suella Braverman has added her voice to the growing calls for police to investigate every theft and follow all reasonable leads to catch offenders. According to Home Office figures, 73.7% of theft cases which were […]
PCC welcomes HMICFRS report into race disparity as action already underway in West Mercia
PCC John Campion has welcomed a report by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) today on the action police forces in the UK are taking on race disparity, with work already underway in West Mercia. A review of the police and crime plans for each PCC in the UK was […]
PCC focuses on West Mercia Police delivering for the public
Focused on ensuring West Mercia Police is delivering for the public, Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion is holding an Assurance and Accountability session with Chief Constable Pippa Mills on Thursday 31 August. The latest meeting on performance will see the Chief Constable answer questions from the PCC on the force’s performance and in particular […]
Electric vehicle charging station for Worcester Police Station as PCC delivers next step of reform
As part of his commitment to reduce the impact of policing on the environment, PCC John Campion has invested in an electric vehicle charging station for Worcester Police Station. The new charging station is just another step in the PCC’s commitment to reforming West Mercia Police and reducing the carbon footprint. The station will support […]
