PCC addresses locals concerns in Redditch
Commissioner John Campion joined local councillors in Redditch to listen to concerns of speeding raised by residents. The meeting, which took place on Wednesday (28th July), addressed road safety concerns that had been raised in letters from local residents, particularly the speed of motorists travelling along the Bromsgrove Road. John was joined by local councillors; […]
Home and Dry: PCC Invests in Education with RLSS UK to Prevent Water Tragedies
The Commissioner has invested to improve water safety education, as part of the ongoing Home and Dry campaign, to reduce water deaths. More than 450 people died across England from drowning in 2020. In a partnership with the Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK), a dedicated Water Safety Education Manager will work closely with […]
PCC Calls on Police to Do More for Victims of ASB
The Police and Crime Commissioner is calling for West Mercia Police to do more for victims of anti-social behaviour (ASB), building upon its existing good work. As part of the Commissioner’s formal holding to account process, he is calling for the force to do more with the public’s investment, engage more with victims of crime, […]
New PCC Role to Help Deliver for Communities
John Campion is seeking a new Assistant Police and Crime Commissioner to complete his team to deliver a safer West Mercia. Engaging with communities and making sure their voice is heard within policing and crime is a key element of the PCC’s function. It is vital to ensuring local services reflect the needs of local […]
Government Plans to Support PCC’s Work in Making Communities Safer
The Police and Crime Commissioner is committed to making Government’s plans to protect victims and make communities safer, a reality in West Mercia. The Beating Crime Plan focuses on ensuring every crime matters, every victim matter and every neighbourhood matters. Nationally a number of measures will be introduced to make communities more secure and ensure […]
PCC welcomes new Violence Against Women and Girls Strategy
The Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion welcomes a positive step forward from the Government to prevent Violence Against Women and Girls across the country, with the introduction of a new strategy. As part of the strategy, the Government look to introduce a dedicated Senior Police Officer to lead on supporting the safety of women […]
PCC support to DIVERT drug users
The West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner has secured additional funding in partnership with the other regional PCCs to DIVERT drug offenders away from becoming involved in more serious offences, across West Mercia. This funding seized regionally as proceeds of crime, will fund the charity Cranstoun to deliver the DIVERT™ project. Launching on August 1st, […]
Government backs West Mercia PCC with £4m for major investigation
PCC John Campion is pleased that the Government has answered his call for funding to support a major investigation and seek justice for victims. Operation Lincoln is the specialist independent investigation into the care of mothers and babies at the Shrewsbury and Telford NHS Trust. After the PCC sought support from the Home Office, the […]
Deputy Commissioner to Continue in Post
Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner Tracey Onslow has today been confirmed to continue in post, with the backing of the Police and Crime Panel. Commissioner John Campion nominated Tracey following a formal and transparent process. Commissioner John Campion said “Tracey has proven herself over the last five years, engaging with communities, being a strong voice […]
New Chief Constable Confirmed to Drive West Mercia Police
The New Chief Constable of West Mercia Police has been officially confirmed at the Police and Crime Panel today. Current Essex DCC Pippa Mills was chosen by the Police and Crime Commissioner for the role, following a vigorous and open process. She brings a wealth of experience, having held a range of roles within the […]
