PCC welcomes major step forward as Government lifts cap on Crown Court sitting days
Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion has welcomed a significant step forward to deliver swifter justice in West Mercia’s Crown Courts. The Government has announced that it will provide the resources needed to lift the cap on Crown Court sitting days – a move the PCC has repeatedly called for. This change removes the limit […]
Axis Counselling confirmed as new provider for vital victim services commissioned by PCC
A new partnership focused on supporting victims of sexual violence and domestic abuse, commissioned by Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion, will launch in April. Building on the progress made over the past decade, Axis Counselling will bring together the Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (ISVA) and Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) services under one specialist […]
PCC speaks up for local communities with Government indicating new laws for E-Scooters
Dear Secretary of State, As Police and Crime Commissioner for West Mercia, I regularly hear from local communities about the rapid increase in E-Scooter use. As you know, privately owned E-Scooters remain illegal on public roads in our area, and this has created an increasingly difficult environment for West Mercia Police to manage the […]
Public asked to share expectations when visiting police stations across West Mercia
A consultation has launched giving the public the opportunity to share their expectations when visiting police stations in Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin. There are 32 police stations across West Mercia. While many people now prefer to contact the police online or by phone, Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion and West Mercia […]
Investment in facilities for victims of serious sexual offences
Playing a vital role in supporting victims of serious sexual offences and bringing offenders to justice, a Sexual Assault Referral Centre in Telford & Wrekin is due to re-open later this month after funding from Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion. Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs) play a crucial role in a victim’s journey, providing […]
Shortfall in Government funding leads to reduction in police officer numbers after ten years of growth
PCC John Campion has reaffirmed his commitment to the communities of West Mercia as he secures support for the amount the public will pay for policing through council tax. At today’s Police and Crime Panel (Friday 6th February), the PCC set out how he will continue to deliver his police and crime plan, improve the service the public receives, and address the ongoing financial challenges facing policing. The PCC has highlighted that […]
Efficiencies alone won’t fix the broken court system, says PCC
A final report by Sir Brian Leveson has outlined more than 130 proposed efficiency changes to the court system. The Independent Review Part II was commissioned against the backdrop of a justice system in deep and sustained crisis, with the Crown Court caseload nearing 80,000 cases as of September 2025. In West Mercia, the Crown Court […]
Policing must maintain its focus on delivering for local communities, says PCC
PCC John Campion has expressed concern that the Government’s latest proposals for police reform aren’t focused on local communities. The Government has today published its White Paper which outlines a number of proposals, including a major restructure to the current policing model and the development of a new national policing centre – a move that the PCC believes will threaten the vital local connections that policing is built on. Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion said: “Whilst I […]
Services focused on domestic abuse receive £1.5m investment from PCC
Life-changing services that tackle domestic abuse and protect victims across West Mercia will receive £1.5 million in new funding from Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion to continue their vital work. The funding comes as domestic abuse cases in West Mercia rose from 17,433 to 18,038 between April and December 2025 – an increase of […]
Six months on, PCC John Campion invites residents to discuss policing in Stourport
Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion is returning to Stourport to continue the conversation on local policing, six months after residents raised concerns about the service they were receiving. Taking place on Tuesday 3 February, at Areley Kings Village Hall, from 6pm, the PCC will be joined by West Mercia Police’s Chief Constable to update […]
