Additional funding awarded to valuable veterans project
In recognition of the achievements made by the West Mercia Remember Veterans project, the Armed Forces Covenant has committed further funding, with support of the PCC John Campion, to continue the valuable work. The Ministry of Defence’s Covenant has provided £150,000 for two years, with the Commissioner committing additional funding of £50,000 to help continue […]
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 Herefordshire and North Worcestershire areas to volunteer as Independent Custody Visitors (ICVs). It is the role of an […]
New support for victims launches
A new victim service dedicated to supporting those affected by crime throughout their journey has launched in West Mercia. At 8am this morning, (1st April), the new Victim Advice Line (VAL) went live. Those needing support can now access the free and confidential service and receive a care package that is bespoke to them. To […]
Herefordshire village welcomes traffic calming measures
Measures that will aim to reduce the issue of speeding that has been long affecting residents of Aymestrey have been installed. Funding provided by Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion, and local quarry operator Breedon Group, has allowed this Herefordshire village to introduce traffic calming measures, such as white gates and changes in road markings. […]
PCC strengthens wildlife crime team
As part of Commissioner John Campion’s commitment to supporting rural communities, funding has been allocated for the training of 17 additional Wildlife Crime Officers. These individuals are regular officers that have completed specialist training that allows them to provide guidance and support around investigating wildlife offences. The number of wildlife officers, based around West Mercia, […]
Commissioner supports Worcester Protection Order
John Campion is supporting proposals aimed at tackling anti-social behaviour in the centre of Worcester. The City Council is consulting on plans to introduce a new Public Space Protection Order. The order is intended to deter anti-social behaviour in the city centre, but would also give greater powers to the police to tackle issues like […]
PCC Supports First SmartWater Industrial Estate
Stafford Park has become the first industrial estate to become a We Don't Buy Crime area. This follows on from Cleobury Mortimer in Shropshire which became the first ever We Don't Buy Crime town, in 2015. We Don't Buy Crime towns see households protected by SmartWater forensic technology with signs displayed throughout the area warning […]
PCC Funds Improved CCTV Network for Telford & Wrekin
A new, improved and future-proofed CCTV system is coming to Telford and Wrekin, to include upgraded cameras and live monitoring. Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion is investing £245,000 in the scheme. Telford & Wrekin Council is investing £200,000. The new system is due to go live later this year when a network of more […]
PCC: Partnership Approach Needed to Tackle ‘Root Causes’ of Drug Problems
John Campion is calling for more action to tackle the root causes of drug abuse in West Mercia’s communities, an issue that is estimated to cost society £265m a year. The Police and Crime Commissioner is consulting local communities on his new strategy, which includes more than £300,000 of annual funding for drug intervention programmes, […]
New support for victims launches in one month
How victims access help and support after being affected by crime is changing in West Mercia. In a month’s time (1st April), the new Victim Advice Line (VAL) will be going live and those needing support can access the free and confidential service and receive a care package that is bespoke to them. Recognising the […]
