PCC warns of online dangers facing young people
With young people now spending less time outside and more time inside relying on social media to keep in touch with their friends, PCC John Campion is calling on parents to be wary of the online dangers. With the national lockdown in place, children and young people are likely to find they have more time […]
PCC urges vigilance during lockdown from communities to spot and report modern slavery
Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion is urging people across West Mercia to be vigilant and look out for signs of modern slavery amongst their communities. Those that are exploited are often preyed upon because of their vulnerabilities, with them sadly becoming more vulnerable during the Covid-19 outbreak. Many will be forced to work in […]
PCC Secures Extra Funding to Support Victims of Sexual Violence
Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion has secured additional Government funding that will see more Independent Sexual Violence Advisors (ISVAs) recruited to support victims across West Mercia. The PCC was one of 15 areas across the country who were successful in being awarded the funding. The ISVAs, who are currently commissioned by the PCC, are […]
A first in West Mercia, as virtual remand court hearings launch
PCC John Campion has made a big step forward in his commitment to putting victims and survivors first by supporting the introduction of virtual remand courts. After it was announced in 2018 that Her Majesty’s Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) were reducing the five West Mercia remand courts down to just one, the PCC expressed […]
PCC Launches Dedicated Fund For COVID-19 Support Groups
West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner has launched a dedicated fund to ensure support groups at the heart of the community have the resources they need during the current COVID-19 pandemic. The fund has been established to allow Town and Parish Councils across West Mercia to apply for money to purchase essential items that will […]
PCC galvanises support of local businesses to protect police
Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion has commended the innovation and community spirit of local gin producers in turning their hand to making much needed hand sanitiser. As the Covid-19 pandemic was emerging, the PCC made direct contact with several gin distillers within West Mercia to ask if they were able to step up to […]
PCC launches podcast series to connect to communities
At a time of social distancing and public lockdown, Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion is making the best use of technology to connect with West Mercia’s communities through podcasts. The PCC’s ‘The Safer West Mercia Podcast’ series aims to shine a spotlight on areas of policing and services that provide support to victims of […]
West Mercia Police and Warwickshire Police reach agreement over end of Policing Alliance
Joint release from PCC John Campion and Chief Constable Anthony Bangham: West Mercia Police has reached agreement with Warwickshire Police over future service provision and settlement costs, following termination of the £300m strategic policing alliance that has been in place since 2012. West Mercia and Warwickshire had worked to resolve the issues of bringing the […]
COVID-19: Statements from Chief Constable Anthony Bangham and the PCC
Chief Constable Anthony Bangham said: “Today, in the light of further developments at both a national and local level, and taking full account of the announcement yesterday evening by the Prime Minister, I wanted to reassure the communities of West Mercia that we will continue to work hard to keep you safe and support you […]
PCC calls for people to consider abuse victims during isolation
As more people are being encouraged to stay at home to prevent the spread of COVID-19, PCC John Campion is asking people to be mindful of those who don’t see home as a safe place. With guidance changing daily, isolation isn’t an easy solution for everyone – victims of domestic abuse are potentially facing quarantine […]