PCC response to calls for reactive police reforms
"I agree with the views of Andy George, the Head of the National Black Police Association who, today, has spoken against reactive reforms to policing. There will be lessons to learn from the tragic incident in which Henry Nowak lost his life. "Communities rightly expect the police to act with impartiality and professional curiosity, and […]
PCC statement on Henry Nowak murder
Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion said: “What happened to Henry is a tragedy, with his father showing exceptional leadership in expressing the immense pain of the family’s loss. “While I hope the independent investigation progresses quickly to give the family the answers they deserve, it is already clear that lessons must be learned to […]
PCC backs tougher action on speeding
Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion has reinforced his commitment to reducing harm on West Mercia’s roads by investing a further £50,000 in laser‑based technology to tackle speeding in local communities. The latest funding increases the number of TruCam cameras used by West Mercia Police by five to a total of 18, giving officers and […]
Statement from PCC following release of Alex Quinn
PCC John Campion said: “It is utterly appalling that Alex Quinn has been released after subjecting PC Ryan Davies to a violent assault. This decision is a complete failure of justice – not just for the victim, but for every emergency worker who risks their life to protect the public. “This outcome undermines the very […]
West Mercia drives down vehicle crime with 18% fall in offences
West Mercia has seen a significant fall in the number of vehicle thefts over 2025/26. Comparing figures from 2024/25 to 2025/26, vehicle theft has decreased by 18.8%. Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion has welcomed the progress, which supports his Safer Communities Plan commitment of ‘Cutting crime’. The latest data shows 1,335 vehicle theft offences […]
PCC warns Government: protect local policing, not centralise it
A new £30 million High Street Organised Crime Unit has been announced by the Government. The unit will be led by the National Crime Agency and will run for three years. Under the Government’s plans: £20 million will go to the NCA, including funding for 75 new police officers deployed across three hotspot regions: Greater […]
PCC boosts support for life‑changing service after Government funding withdrawal
Building on a long‑standing partnership, Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion has increased investment in a service delivering proven results, following the Ministry of Justice’s decision to withdraw funding. The Out of Court Resolution (OOCR) service, delivered by the award‑winning Willowdene Rehabilitation, continues to transform lives by preventing more women from entering the prison system. […]
King’s Speech touches on police reform – have you had your say?
Setting out the Government’s planned agenda for the next Parliamentary session, His Majesty King Charles III delivered the King’s Speech on Wednesday 13 May. The speech referenced several proposed legislative changes, including the continuation of reforms to policing. Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion said: “I believe communities want a police service that is fit […]
PCC calls on Government to address rising cost pressures from kennelling illegal dogs
In a letter to Emma Reynolds MP, who is the UK Government’s Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), PCC John Campion has raised the growing impact kennelling illegal dogs and veterinary bills are having on West Mercia Police. Emma Reynolds MP House of CommonsLondonSW1A 0AA Friday 8th May 2026 Dear […]
PCC welcomes new laws to strengthen public safety and put victims first
PCC John Campion welcomes two major laws to strengthen public safety that have received Royal Assent. The Crime and Policing Act introduces wide‑ranging measures designed to strengthen policing. For West Mercia Police, this includes enhanced powers to tackle some of the public’s priorities including – shoplifting, knife crime and violence against women and girls. Alongside […]
