PCC Invests More Than £6million in West Mercia Community Projects
West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion has invested more than £6million to prevent crime and support the most vulnerable. A key part of the Commissioner’s role involves funding projects and services to benefit communities. Across West Mercia, the Commissioner has supported projects that have been focused on improving victim care, reducing road deaths […]
PCC gives voice to rural communities
PCC, John Campion has reached out across West Mercia to talk to some of the most isolated communities in the region about rural crime. In a series of Rural Focus events, which were delivered between January and March, the PCC has listened to the concerns of rural communities so that action can be taken. The […]
PCC Supports Campaign Aimed at Targeting West Mercia Drivers
Driving whilst distracted is a contributing factor for too many deaths and serious injuries on the roads of West Mercia. Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion has made improving road safety and driver behaviours a top priority. The National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) mobile phone road safety campaign, running all week, highlights the dangers of […]
New integrated drug and alcohol service for Worcestershire
The Police and Crime Commissioner is supporting the delivery of a new integrated drug and alcohol specialist treatment service in Worcestershire. National charity, Cranstoun, has been successful in their bid to deliver this new service. It will provide support and treatment to those adults, young people and families in Worcestershire affected by problems with drugs and […]
West Mercia communities given platform to raise concerns
As Police and Crime Commissioner, John Campion promised to be visible and accessible to communities across West Mercia, in his mission to be the public voice of policing. Listening to the views of local communities takes many forms. Over the last four months, 19 question and answer surgeries have been organised, giving communities a platform […]
PCC announces new partnership with The Children’s Society to improve lives of young people
Young people who are at risk of committing crime or being exploited will benefit from a new partnership that is aimed at preventing them from entering the criminal justice system. The Children’s Society has been chosen to support the Police and Crime Commissioner in improving the lives and outcomes of the most vulnerable children and […]
PCC strengthens approach to tackling domestic abuse
West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion has reaffirmed his commitment to tackling domestic abuse in West Mercia. Domestic abuse accounted for 17% of all crimes recorded in West Mercia in 2018/19. Targeted, innovative approaches are crucial in reducing this number and tackling the root cause of domestic abuse. The PCC’s strengthened approach builds […]
PCC opens new round of recruitment for custody visitors
If you’re looking for a voluntary role and have an interest in the world of policing, the Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion would like to hear from you. There are opportunities for people living in the Shropshire and Telford areas to volunteer as Independent Custody Visitors (ICVs). It is the role of an ICV […]
PCC echoes need for improved partnership approach for protecting children
The West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner has today echoed calls for improved collaboration between agencies protecting children from harm. A report has been published today by Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue into the work around child protection. It has highlighted the progress made by police forces, as well as the […]
Police and Crime Commissioner launches his plan to tackle rural crime
Police and Crime Commissioner, John Campion has unveiled his plans to tackle rural crime across West Mercia. The plan has been developed specifically to tackle crime in the most rural areas of West Mercia. Over a third of our communities live in a rural setting and this rises to 50 percent in Herefordshire and Shropshire, […]
