Police officer numbers hit a historic high in West Mercia
A record number of police officers are now serving Herefordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire communities, as officer numbers hit a new high. In 2019 a government campaign, known as Uplift, was launched to recruit 20,000 officers nationally and the force was given a target to hire 311 extra police officers. Thanks to West Mercia Police's recruitment […]
Victims and Prisoners Bill marks historic week for victims
Government measures to cement victims’ voices at the heart of the justice system have been welcomed by Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion. The Bill will put the principles of the Victims’ Code on a statutory footing meaning victims must be kept informed by a police officer during their case and can challenge decisions which […]
CCTV helping to combat crime in communities
PCC John Campion is committed to making public spaces, places where you are safe and feel safe. Over the past year, the PCC has funded upgrades to old cameras and purchased new cameras across West Mercia. Through the Safer Stronger Communities Project in Telford, a new, improved and future-proofed CCTV system is nearing completion with […]
PCC to focus on the lessons learnt following Telford CSE inquiry in accountability session with police chief
Committed to putting the voices of survivors at the heart of change in policing, PCC John Campion will shine another light on West Mercia Police’s progress since the Telford child sexual exploitation inquiry. The inquiry into child sexual exploitation which took place in Telford over the past 40 years, produced 47 recommendations for stakeholders and […]
PCC welcomes move to clamp down on nitrous oxide
Following news that the Government is making the possession of laughing gas a criminal offence, Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion has released the following statement: “I have repeatedly called for tougher legislation to combat the damage nitrous oxide is causing in our communities. As a recreational drug mostly used by young people, I welcome […]
PCC addresses ASB concerns in Worcester
John Campion Police and Crime Commissioner said: “It’s concerning to see an increase in anti-social behaviour caused by groups of youths in Worcester, mostly travelling into the city from neighbouring towns. “I want to reassure residents and businesses that West Mercia Police and I are taking this issue seriously with an agreed strategy set-up in […]
PCC statement following the Casey Report
PCC John Campion said: “The Casey Report, which shines a light on the standard of behaviour in the Met, makes for truly horrific reading. Whilst the findings are focused on the Met alone, there is no doubt that the concerns raised will impact public trust and confidence on policing as a whole. “It is apparent […]
PCC statement following disciplinary hearing
Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion said: “Throughout this process, my thoughts continue to be with Dalian Atkinson’s family and friends. “The public of West Mercia and I, as their Police and Crime Commissioner, expect the very highest standards of behaviour from West Mercia Police officers. The process, which was independently led, has found the […]
“I expect change, I expect better” – PCC focuses on officer behaviour
A report issued by the National Police Chiefs’ Council says nine in 10 completed complaints were dropped in a six-month period across England and Wales. In the past 12 months, three officers from West Mercia Police have been dismissed or would have been dismissed had they had not resigned, for abusing their position for sexual […]
Council Tax leaflets landing in West Mercia
Your annual council tax leaflet will be landing through your letterbox shortly, if it hasn’t already. The leaflet includes a detailed breakdown of where your council tax will be going in 2023/24. You pay council tax to several different organisations. Each one charges a different amount for their services. You will also receive PCC John […]
