PCC welcomes funding focused on making streets safer and tackling violence against women and girls
Funding to address anti-social behaviour, neighbourhood crime and violence against women and girls has been welcomed by Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion. In its fifth round, £60 million has been made available by the Home Office with PCCs across England and Wales set to receive an equal share of the pot. There are 43 […]
Consultation launched to understand local policing concerns in Pershore
A bespoke consultation funded by the Police Crime Commissioner John Campion has been launched in Pershore, following the response at last month’s Community Conversation event. SMSR, a research and analyst company, is currently contacting residents over the phone and at face-to-face sessions. As the voice of the public in policing, the PCC wants to hear […]
PCC to focus on victims in the criminal justice system
Focusing on putting victims at the heart of the criminal justice system, Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion is holding his latest assurance and accountability session with Acting Chief Constable Alex Murray on Thursday 29 June. The formal session will see a discussion between the PCC and the Acting Chief Constable on the Victim Advice […]
PCC backs Government crackdown on image-based abuse
Latest amendments to the Online Safety Bill will protect victims of image-based abuse, “revenge porn”, by changing current laws which require the prosecution to prove that perpetrators shared sexual images or films in order to cause distress. This move by the Government has been welcomed by Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion. “As Police and […]
Fly-tipping halved following contribution of Smart Tag technology funded by PCC
Illegal dumping blights communities, but funding from the Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion has contributed to fly-tipping incidents decreasing by 50% in Telford & Wrekin over the past year. Innovative Smart Tags, funded by the PCC to the tune of £10,000, are making a real difference in the region with local garages deploying the […]
Chance to have your say as PCC joins public at summer events
Championing communities' views on policing in West Mercia, Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion and his team will be attending summer events across the three counties to hear from the public about their concerns and local issues. As the voice of the public in policing, this will be a brilliant opportunity for residents to speak […]
Survey opens to give Town and Parish Councils an opportunity to shape policing priorities
Focused on ensuring local communities have a say in shaping policing priorities, Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion has launched his annual Town and Parish Council survey. In its sixth consecutive year, the PCC is encouraging Town and Parish Councils across West Mercia to voice their views on police visibility, accessibility, and crime and disorder. […]
PCC statement on sentencing following death of Alfie Steele
PCC John Campion said: “The sentencing today reflects the heinous actions of two individuals who should have been there to love, protect and nurture Alfie, but instead subjected him to sickening acts of abuse. “It’s right both Scott and her partner, Howell have faced the full extent of the law for their abhorrent crimes and […]
PCC supports scheme to help women break the cycle of crime
Landmark funding to steer women in West Mercia away from crime has been secured by Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion. The PCC, one of only four PCCs to receive the funding, has been awarded £246,500 from the Ministry of Justice following a successful bid. This funding boost will enable Willowdene Farm, who provides rehabilitative […]
PCC statement on guilty verdict following death of Alfie Steele
PCC John Campion said: “This is a truly horrifying case which has seen an innocent young child lose his life, due to the sickening actions of two adults who had a duty to protect, love and nurture, Alfie. “While the guilty verdict will deliver some form of justice for Alfie, it can never truly reflect […]
