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APCC Response to the Government’s announced consultation on strengthening police powers to tackle unauthorised encampments

Responding to the Home Office’s consultation announcement on strengthening police powers to tackle unauthorised encampments, APCC Equalities, Diversity and Human Rights Lead, PCC David Munro said: “We welcome the consultation announced today by gove …

Domestic abuse support - APCC Victims Lead response

In response to the Government announcement today of a £2m support fund for victims of domestic abuse and the launch of a national campaign, APCC Victims leads Deputy Mayor Sophie Linden and PFCC Julia Mulligan said: “Police and Crime Commissioners w …

APCC response to letter on Policing in The Times

APCC response to letter on Policing in The Times today from a number of former Police Chiefs: “Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) have brought more transparency and accountability to policing in a way that we haven’t seen previously, helping to c …

APCC response to today's Queen’s Speech

Responding to the measures set out in today’s Queen’s Speech, APCC Chair Katy Bourne said: “Today’s Queen’s Speech has a strong focus on tackling violent crime and strengthening public confidence in our criminal justice system, key areas which will …

APCC response to today's ONS Crime Statistics

Responding to today’s Office of National Statistics Crime Survey for England and Wales report for year the ending September 2019, APCC Performance lead, Matthew Scott PCC said:   “Individual PCCs will use a range of mechanisms to hold their Chief C …

APCC response to consultation on pre-charge bail

APCC Criminal Justice Lead, David Lloyd PCC said: “Police and Crime Commissioners are committed to ensuring that the needs of victims are put at the heart of policing and of the criminal justice system. We, therefore, welcome the consultation on pre …

Review on the business response to Operation Fort

Responding to the Independent Anti-Slavery Commissioner, Dame Sara Thornton’s, review investigating the business response to Operation Fort, Mark Burns-Williamson, APCC Lead on Modern Slavery and West Yorkshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner sai …

APCC response to today's crime statistics

Responding to today’s crime statistics, APCC Performance lead, Marc Jones PCC said: “The Crime Survey for England and Wales shows an encouraging nine per cent reduction in crime for the year up until the end of March. Whilst we know that an increase …

Response to Modern Day Slavery Annual Report 2019-20

The Independent Anti-Slavery Commissioner, Dame Sara Thornton, has published her Annual Report for 2019-2020. It outlines the work so far to achieve the objectives as outlined in the Strategic Plan 2019-2021, within the four priority areas of: impro …

APCC comment on the policing response to the SLT's stalking super-complaint

APCC Joint Victims Leads, PCC Lisa Townsend and Deputy Mayor Sophie Linden: “This report on the super-complaint raises significant concerns regarding the protection and support offered to victims, underscoring the urgent need for systemic improvemen …

APCC Victims’ Leads welcome the consultation on the new Victims Code of Practice

APCC Victims Leads, Sophie Linden, London’s Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime & Julia Mulligan, North Yorkshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner said: “Police and Crime Commissioners play a unique role in respect of victims within the crimi …

Lisa Townsend, APCC Mental Health Lead

Lisa Townsend, Police and Crime Commission for Surrey and APCC Lead for Mental Health joined policing leaders in Hinckley last week, as they discussed the #RightCareRightPerson model to ensure individuals in crisis receive the best response.Watch 👀 …

APCC Response to Government Action to Tackle Domestic Abuse

In response to the Government’s consultation on the Domestic Abuse Bill published today, APCC Victims Lead, Dame Vera Baird QC PCC said: “I am pleased that this consultation has finally been brought out and launched on this significant day for women …

We support any measures which toughen regulations on the importation and breeding of dogs

As the Government announced a consultation on measures to tackle puppy smuggling, Sussex PCC Katy Bourne said dog owners and the wider public would welcome the chance to have their say on proposed new powers. She said: “The huge response to recent s …

PCCs: Victims need a greater voice in policing and the criminal justice system

The APCC’s Joint Victims Leads Donna Jones and Sophie Linden have welcomed the launch of a Government consultation into its Victims’ Bill. They said: “A Victims’ Law has been a long time coming. Police and Crime Commissioners have long-championed th …

Provisional Police Funding Settlement: APCC Response

Responding to today’s provisional police funding settlement APCC Finance Lead, Roger Hirst PFCC said: “Today’s funding announcement is welcome and will provide vital extra funding for policing at a time when demand on the service is increasing as is …

APCC response to the judgement announced today by Mr Justice Julian Knowles

In response to the judgement announced today by Mr Justice Julian Knowles in the Judicial Review of Humberside Police and the College of Policing, David Munro, PCC for Surrey and APCC Lead on Equality, Diversity and Human Rights (EDHR) and Hardyal Dh …

APCC response to latest ONS and Home Office crime statistics

Responding to today’s Office of National Statistics statistical crime bulletin for year ending December 2019, APCC Performance lead, Matthew Scott PCC said: ‘The Crime Survey for England and Wales has found that crime fell by 5% in 2019. This is tes …

Domestic abuse HASC report - APCC Victims Leads response

In response to the Home Affairs Select Committee (HASC) report published today acknowledging the need for further action to tackle domestic abuse during the coronavirus pandemic, APCC Victims leads Deputy Mayor Sophie Linden and PFCC Julia Mulligan s …

APCC response to NPCC FPN Disproportionality Report

APCC Race Disparity working group joint chairs, Julia Mulligan and Paddy Tipping, have responded to today’s Fixed Penalty Notice analysis Paddy Tipping PCC said: “We welcome this analysis which highlights the disparities in the way the public healt …

Consistent police recording of business crime is needed to galvanise a national response

After the Home Affairs Select Committee published its Violence and Abuse Towards Retail Workers First Report, the APCC's lead on Business Crime, Sussex Police and Crime Commissioner Katy Bourne, said she acknowledged the Committee’s recommendations a …

The APCC welcomes the government response to the fire reform White Paper and consultation, 12th December, 2023

In 2022, the Association of Police & Crime Commissioners (APCC) submitted its views to government on how best to reform our fire and rescue services in England. Within our response we called for the establishment of a College of Fire to support c …

APCC’s response to the Independent Office for Police Conduct’s complaints report

Responding to police complaints statistics published today by the Independent Office for Police Conduct, APCC Lead for Transparency and Integrity, Julia Mulligan PCC said: “On the one hand PCCs will welcome the drop in police complaints, which may i …

APCC response to policing and security planning post-Brexit

APCC Brexit joint lead Matthew Scott PCC said: “Policing needs to consider every eventuality in the event of a ‘no deal’ Brexit and that is why it is important that the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) have approved operational and contingency …

APCC response to CPS Violence against Women and Girls Report

Responding to Violence against Women and Girls (VAWG) Report released today by the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), APCC Victims Lead, Dame Vera Baird QC, said: “Today’s figures are a huge cause for concern. The number of rape and sexual offence com …

APCC Substance Misuse Lead response to planned landmark review into drug use and illicit markets

Responding to the Home Secretary’s announcement of a landmark review of drug markets, PCC Hardyal Dhindsa, APCC Alcohol and Substance Misuse Lead, said:  “The link between expanding illicit drug markets, organised crime and serious violence is clear …

APCC response to latest ONS crime statistics

APCC Performance lead, Matthew Scott said: “In response to scrutiny, police forces up and down the country have been improving how they record crime, which is good news for victims. “However, a knock-on effect of improved recording practices is tha …

APCC response to Public Accounts Committee Report on Reducing Modern Slavery

Responding to today’s Public Accounts Committee Report, Reducing Modern Slavery, Mark Burns-Williamson, Police and Crime Commissioner for West Yorkshire, and national lead for the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC) on modern slavery …

APCC EDHR Leads Make Statement Following Government Response to Lammy Review

Today, the Ministry of Justice published the government’s response to the Lammy Review on the treatment of, and outcomes for, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic individuals in the Criminal Justice System. Following this, David Munro, the APCC Lead on E …

New mental health provisions – APCC response

In response to new mental health provisions coming into force today, APCC National Lead for Mental Health, Matthew Scott PCC said: “Police and Crime Commissioners welcome the changes which came into force today, placing significant restrictions on t …

APCC response to ONS domestic abuse report

APCC Victims Lead, Dame Vera Baird QC said: “This report provides fuller data and a more comprehensive impression of the scale of domestic abuse and the impact it has on police forces in England and Wales. “We know that domestic violence is still s …

APCC response to today’s Section 136 data

Matthew Scott PCC, the APCC Portfolio on Mental Health and Custody, has commented on the numbers of police detentions under Section 136 of the Mental Health Act (April 2016 and March 2017), published in today’s Home Office Annual Data Return said: “ …

APCC Response to Statistical Bulletin on Crime in England and Wales

In response to the Office for National Statistics’ publication of the Statistical Bulletin on Crime in England and Wales for the year ending June 2017, the Lead of the APCC Performance Portfolio Group, Matthew Scott PCC said: “Today’s statistics set …

APCC Response to IPCC statistics on Police Complaints

Responding to statistics published today by the Independent Police Complaints Commission on Police Complaints in England and Wales 2016/17, APCC Lead for Transparency and Integrity, Julia Mulligan, PCC said: “We welcome today’s Independent Police Co …

Response to RUSI Report, ‘Big Data and Policing: An Assessment of Law Enforcement Requirements, Expectations and Priorities.’

RESPONSE to RUSI Report, ‘Big Data and Policing: An Assessment of Law Enforcement Requirements, Expectations and Priorities.’ Responding to the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI)’s publication, Chair of the APCC’s Business Enablers Sub-Board and …

APCC Response to First Tranche of Bids Awarded Funding under the 2017/18 Police Transformation Fund

On Friday, the Home Secretary announced the first tranche of bids that will be awarded funding under the 2017/18 Police Transformation Fund. More than £20 million has been awarded over three years from the fund, to help combat the online grooming of …

APCC Response to ONS figures on deaths related to drug poisoning in England and Wales in 2016

In response to the Statistical Bulletin published today by the Office for National Statistics on deaths in 2016 related to drug poisoning in England and Wales, Hardyal Dhindsa, the APCC Portfolio Lead on Alcohol & Substance Misuse and Police & …

APCC Chair Response to Secretary of State for Justice Letter

APCC Chair Response to Letter from Rt. Hon. David Lidington MP, Secretary of State for Justice:  As Chair of the APCC, I was pleased to receive a reply from the Secretary of State for Justice in response to a letter sent to him by my predecessor Dam …

APCC Response to IPCC Report on Deaths Following or During Police Contact

In response to the publication of the report on the 25th July 2017 by the Independent Police Complaints Commission, Dame Vera Baird QC, Deputy Lead of the APCC Portfolio Group on Transparency & Integrity made the following statement: “As the APC …

APCC Response to Statistical Bulletin on Crime in England and Wales (1)

In response to the Office for National Statistics’ publication of the Statistical Bulletin on Crime in England and Wales [more info] for the year ending March 2017, the Lead of the APCC Performance Portfolio Group, Matthew Scott PCC said:  “Today’s …

APCC Response to Statistical Bulletin on Crime in England and Wales (2)

In response to the Office for National Statistics’ publication of the Statistical Bulletin on Crime in England and Wales [more info] for the year ending December 2016, the Lead of the APCC Performance Portfolio Group, Matthew Scott, Police & Crim …

APCC Response to HMIC Report into Police Effectiveness

Responding the Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary (HMIC) report into police effectiveness published today, APCC Chair Vera Baird said: “The APCC welcomes the Report by HMIC on Police Effectiveness, and will carefully consider its recommendat …

Response to CPS publication – New guidelines on prosecuting cases involving social media communications

APCC Chair Vera Baird said: “During hate crime awareness week Police and Crime Commissioners are sending out a clear and unambiguous message that police will take action to taken to tackle online abuse.” “The use of social media has become an incre …

APCC welcomes police complaints consultation

The APCC has today welcomed Home Secretary Theresa May’s announcement that there will be a consultation on proposed reforms of the police complaints system. Julia Mulligan, Police and Crime Commissioner for North Yorkshire and Chair of the Associati …

APCC response to HMIC ‘State of Policing’ report

Responding to the release of the HMIC ‘State of Policing’ report, Chair of the APCC Performance, Standards and Accountability Group, Sussex PCC Katy Bourne said:  “The Chief HMIC’s Annual Assessment shows nearly all forces were graded as “Good” in c …

Detainees and victims of crime with mental health problems need better support

1. For interviews / further information please contact Joel Charles on 07703 124 174. 2. The statistics on usage of Section 136 are taken from the Inpatients formally detained in hospitals under the Mental Health Act 1983 and patients subject to Sup …

Commissioners pledge support for joined up response to severe weather

Police and Crime Commissioners have praised communities’ response to the severe weather that has hit parts of the UK in recent weeks and have pledged to help ensure a joined up police response with other agencies in those areas most badly affected. …

APCC response to the Emergency Workers Act

As the Assaults on Emergency Workers (Offences) Act comes into force today (13 November) APCC Workforce Lead, Ron Hogg PCC said: "No emergency service worker should have to put up with the constant threat of being assaulted when simply doing their j …

PCCs Complaints Roadshows have started

The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC) and National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC), together with support from the Home Office, Independent Office for Police Complaints (IOPC) and the College of Policing, are running a series of work …

APCC response to latest crime and workforce figures

APCC Performance lead, Matthew Scott PCC said: “Today’s published data shows statistical rises in recorded crime. This is partly down to the fact that independent inspectors have previously called on police forces to improve the way they record cri …

APCC requests withdrawal of document demanding access to personal digital material

APCC requests withdrawal of new document containing police/CPS demands for access to complainants’ personal digital material used in sex offence cases and a consultation launched Elected Police and Crime Commissioners have a key role as local victim …

APCC response to Mental Health legislation announcement

Mental Health draft legislation announced The Government has today committed to ban the use of police cells as a place of safety for people experiencing a mental health crisis. The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners’ Mental Health Lead, …

APCC response to HMICFRS reports

APCC response to HMICFRS reports: HMICFRS, the national inspectorate for Fire and Rescue Services in England, has voiced concerns in its latest round of inspection reports published today. The inspectorate, which has now inspected 30 of England’s 4 …

APCC response to latest crime statistics

Responding to today’s Office of National Statistics statistical crime bulletin for year ending March 2019, APCC Performance lead, Matthew Scott PCC said: “When interpreting the crime figures, we know that, as a result of increased scrutiny, police …

APCC response to Action Fraud report by The Times

In response to the Action Fraud report by The Times, APCC Fraud Lead, PCC Clive Grunshaw, and Deputy Fraud Lead, PCC Anthony Stansfeld, said:   “Speaking on behalf of all Police and Crime Commissioner colleagues, we are deeply concerned by the cont …

APCC Victims Leads comment on rape charge statistics released by HMICFRS

Commenting on rape charge statistics released by HMICFRS today, APCC Victims Leads Sophie Linden, London’s Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime & Julia Mulligan, North Yorkshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner said: “The rape statistics relea …

APCC response to Chancellor's Spending Round

Responding to the Chancellor's Spending Round Statement, APCC Finance Lead, Roger Hirst PFCC said: “Today’s investment in policing is extremely welcome. The spending round announcement clearly sets out how the Government will provide an additional £ …

APCC response to CPS Violence against Women Girls Report

Responding to Violence against Women and Girls crimes (VAWG) Report released today by the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), APCC Victims Leads Sophie Linden, London’s Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime & Julia Mulligan, North Yorkshire Police, Fi …

APCC response to £5m increase for rape and sexual abuse victims

Response to Government announcement on £5m increase for rape and sexual abuse victims and on the appointment of Nicole Jacobs as the first Domestic Abuse Commissioner, from APCC Victims Leads, Julia Mulligan, North Yorkshire Police, Fire and Crime Co …

APCC response to HMCPSI Rape Inspection Report

APCC Victims Leads Sophie Linden, London’s Deputy Mayor for Policing, and Crime & Julia Mulligan, North Yorkshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner, said: “The HMCPSI Rape Inspection Report makes for grim reading for those who have been brave …

Police funding announcement: APCC response

Responding to today’s police funding settlement APCC Finance Lead, Roger Hirst PFCC said:  “Today’s funding announcement is extremely welcome for policing and is the largest increase in government grant funding we have seen since the crisis in publi …

The time has come for Video Enabled Justice

“With the country and the courts in lockdown, a new Video Enabled Justice (VEJ) initiative has arrived just in time to optimise video remand hearings.” This is the message from APCC Chair and Technology Lead, Katy Bourne Police and Crime Commissioner …

Hidden Harm Summit – APCC Chair response

“Today’s summit gave us all an important opportunity to affirm our commitment to shining a light on hidden harms and do everything we can, in these unprecedented circumstances, to protect our most vulnerable.  “Utilising the new funding streams avai …

APCC Response to HMICFRS State of Policing Report

APCC Chair, Katy Bourne OBE, PCC for Sussex said: “Today’s State of Policing Report rightfully recognises the dedication of police officers during the current pandemic. The overwhelming majority of the public have cooperated with police who have fol …

Review of PCC Model – APCC response

APCC Chair Paddy Tipping and Vice Chairs Roger Hirst and Martin Surl said: “Police and Crime Commissioners welcome the review announced by the Government today. This is an opportunity to reflect on the learning since the role was created and to help …

£30m COVID surge fund for policing

Today the government has announced an additional £60m of funding to support the police service and Local Authorities in their response to Covid restrictions and enforcement. £30m will be allocated to policing via PCCs, with the remaining £30m to Loca …

Statement from the Joint Chairs of the APCC Race Disparity Working Group

In May, David Munro and Hardyal Dhindsa, the PCCs for Surrey and Derbyshire respectively, expressed on the behalf of all PCCs how appalled and saddened we were by the death of George Floyd at the hands of US police officers. We recognised how this ho …

Queen's Birthday Honours 2020

In response to the announcement of the Queen's Birthday Honours 2020, APCC Chair, Paddy Tipping, said: "Alongside my fellow PCCs, I want to congratulate all those police officers and staff who have been honoured through this year’s Queen's Birthday …

Annual National Hate Crime Statistics for England and Wales

In response to the publication today of the statistical bulletin on Hate Crime in England and Wales, the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC) Lead on Hate Crime, PCC Hardyal Dhindsa, said the following: "Nobody should be targeted for …

Police powers and procedures statistics for England and Wales

In response to today's statistics on police powers and procedures, APCC EDHR Lead, Hardyal Dhindsa, and APCC Serious Violence Lead, Mark Burns-Williamson, said the following: "Stop and Search is an important tool in the fight against Serious Violenc …

APCC Response to quarterly Operation Uplift statistics

In response to today’s Quarterly Uplift statistics APCC Workforce Lead, Kim McGuiness, and APCC EDHR Lead, Hardyal Dhindsa, said the following: "We are pleased to see that as recruitment of new police officers continues, our forces are increasingly …

APCC Victims' Leads respond to article in The Times

In response to the comments in today’s Times article from West Midlands Chief Constable, Dave Thompson, APCC Victims Leads Sophie Linden (MOPAC Deputy Mayor) and Julia Mulligan, North Yorkshire Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner and Chair of IDAS …

Experts come together to better understand the scale and impact of pet theft

On 12 May, Sussex Police and Crime Commissioner Katy Bourne attended the first meeting of the Government's Pet Theft Taskforce on behalf of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners. She said: "I am delighted to have participated in the inau …

Supporting rape victims and putting their needs first are key to improving prosecution rates

Inspectors from HM Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) and HM Crown Prosecution Service Inspectorate (HMCPSI) today published their findings following a joint inspection of the police and Crown Prosecution Service’s …

APCC response to Annual IOPC Deaths in Custody Data

The Independent Office of Police Complaints (IOPC) has today published its annual data on deaths during or following police contact. The data provides valuable insight and opportunity for learning about the circumstances behind deaths in custody. In …

HMICFRS report shines a spotlight on measures to support women and girls

Her Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary has found the police do not always use protective measures effectively to safeguard women and girls, despite evidence of dedicated officers working to protect victims. APCC Joint Victims Lead, and the Polic …

Support for a new cross-system approach to tackling VAWG

The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners is backing calls from the independent inspectorate for a new cross-system approach to tackling the epidemic of violence against women and girls. Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire &a …

APCC response to Budget announcements

Responding to today’s Budget, APCC Chair, Marc Jones and APCC Finance Lead, Roger Hirst said: “We welcome today’s Budget announcements and see it as a really good outcome for policing, with investment to fully deliver on the Police Uplift Programme …

APCC response to HMICFRS State of Fire Report

Her Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Fire and Rescue Services Sir Thomas Winsor has published his annual assessment of England’s fire and rescue services. APCC Lead on Fire, Northamptonshire Commissioner for Police, Fire and Rescue and Crime, Stephen Mo …

Funds announced to better support those in mental health crisis

The Government has announced a £150 million investment to ensure better mental health support for people in crisis, including £7 million for specialised mental health ambulances. The announcement comes as the draft Mental Health Bill moves to the ne …

Prevention Lead appears on top policing panel

APCC Prevention Lead Festus Akinbusoye appeared before the Home Affairs Select Committee (HASC) on policing for the future today, Wednesday 2 November, where he addressed the deeply concerning findings in today’s HMICFRS report and spoke more broadly …

Pledge to tackle violence against women and girls

The National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) and the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC) at their annual Summit have pledged their joint approach to improving the response to violence against women and girls (VAWG) through strengthenin …

Leads respond to stalking super complaint

APCC Leads response to the Suzy Lamplugh Trust super complaint on stalking Donna Jones and Sophie Linden, APCC Joint Victims Leads, said: “This complaint raises some significant and deeply concerning issues with the way police are identifying, inve …

Response to rape myths study

Joint Victims Leads Donna Jones and Sophie Linden have responded to new study on rape myths carried out by academics from three UK universities which raises concerns about 'rape myth acceptance' among those who investigate serious crimes.  In a join …

Mental Health Awareness Week 2023

The 15-21 May is Mental Health Awareness Week, a week to raise awareness of mental ill-health and end the stigma associated with it. Our National Mental Health Lead is marking the week by pledging her commitment to ensuring those with mental ill-heal …

Response to open letter on retail crime

APCC lead for Business and Retail Crime, Sussex PCC Katy Bourne OBE responds to the open letter from the Association of Convenience Stores. “We hear you and PCCs are working with you and police to effectively tackle shop theft and assaults. “I can …

APCC response to hate crime stats

The latest statistics on hate crimes recorded by the police and information on hate crime have been released by the Home Office. The statistics show a 5% decrease in hate crime compared to the previous year – the first time there has been a fall sinc …

#NationalHCAW takes place from 14th to 21st October

National Hate Crime Awareness Week is a week of action to encourage organisations, Government, Policing, Councils, key partners, and communities affected by hate crime to work together to eradicate this despicable crime across the UK. APCC Race Dis …

APCC Response to the King's Speech

APCC Chair, Donna Jones responds to the measures set out in the King’s Speech, APCC Chair Donna Jones “The new measures to tackle crime within the King’s Speech are designed to boost public confidence in our criminal justice system and ensure victim …

APCC Leads respond to the Government’s response to the Home Affairs Select Committee report on Drug Policy

APCC Addictions & Substance Misuse Leads, Durham PCC Joy Allen and Dorset PCC David Sidwick, respond to the Government’s response to the Home Affairs Select Committee report on Drug Policy. “Police and Crime Commissioners are committed to workin …

APCC Response to the Police Funding Announcement

Responding to today’s police funding settlement APCC Lead on Funding Formula, CSR and Grants, Roger Hirst, Essex Police Fire and Crime Commissioner, said: “Today’s announcement is good news for policing and gives Police and Crime Commissioners great …

APCC PUBLISH DEEP DIVE REVIEW ON DELIVERING THE NATIONAL DRUGS STRATEGY VIA COMBATING DRUGS PARTNERSHIPS

Today the findings of an APCC Deep Dive Review into the experiences of PCCs and other policing partners of their local Combating Drugs Partnerships (CDPs) and similar partnerships in Wales, have been published and shows the key role that PCCs are pla …

APCC Response to National Violence Reduction Unit Rollout

The APCC joint Serious Violence Leads have welcomed the announcement in the chancellors 2024 Budget this week that the very successful Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) model is set to be rolled out across England and Wales. First announced in 2019, twe …

APCC Response to Association of Convenience Stores report on retail crime

In response to the ACS Crime Report 2024, APCC Lead on Business and Retail Crime, Katy Bourne said: “The ACS Crime Report 2024 serves as a reminder that incidents of retail-related crimes, such as shoplifting along with abuse and violence targeted a …

APCC welcomes National Policing Statement on violence against women and girls

In response to the publication of a National Policing Statement on Violence Against Women and Girls, APCC joint leads for Victims, Sophie Linden and Lisa Townsend said:   “The APCC welcomes this National Policing Statement on Violence Against Women …

APCC response to HMICFRS report on progress in implementing Operation Soteria

The APCC’s Joint Leads for Victims have welcomed an assessment by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary, Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) of progress on the adoption of Operation Soteria, based on inspections of nine early adopter forces. Oper …

APCC JOINT VICTIMS LEADS COMMENT ON VICTIMS' COMMISSIONER REPORT

In response to publication of a report by the Victims’ Commissioner for England and Wales on victims' experiences of the criminal justice system, the APCC's Joint Leads for Victims, Sophie Linden and Lisa Townsend, said:  “The findings of this repor …

APCC comment on report on failures to tackle police-perpetrated domestic abuse

This week, the Centre for Women's Justice (CWJ) published a report looking at how far problems identified in the charity's 2020 super complaint on police-perpetrated domestic abuse have been addressed. In response to its findings, the APCC's Joint Le …

APCC statement in support of National Hate Crime Awareness Week

National Hate Crime Awareness Week is held each year to encourage organisations, Government, policing, councils, key voluntary sector partners, and communities affected by hate crime to work together to tackle hate crime across the UK and educate fut …

All PCCs back changes for access to sanitary products in custody

Police and Crime Commissioners from across England and Wales have united to urge the Government to update legislation around the treatment of female detainees held within police custody. At present, there is no statutory requirement to provide femal …

APCC response to the Government’s future vision for probation

Responding to the publication of today’s consultation ‘Strengthening probation, building confidence’ APCC Criminal Justice Lead, David Lloyd PCC, said: “We welcome this consultation as the current arrangements are clearly not working as they were in …

APCC response to the Government's Cycling and Walking Investment Strategy: safety review

Commenting on the Department for Road and Transport’s (DfT) publication yesterday (22 Nov) of the Government’s response to the Cycling and Walking Investment Strategy: safety review, Ms Hernandez said: “Last year in Britain, 1793 people lost their l …

APCC welcomes draft Domestic Abuse Bill

APCC welcomes draft Domestic Abuse Bill in particular banning alleged perpetrators from personally cross examining their partner in family courts APCC Victims Lead, Dame Vera Baird QC said:  “When that happens the court is allowing the perpetrator …

Together for a Better Internet

Blog from APCC Lead on Hate Crime, Hardyal Dhindsa: Safer Internet Day, organised by the UK Safer Internet Centre, is marked globally in February each year to inspire a national conversation on how we can promote the safe and positive use of digital …

APCC response to National Audit Office report ‘Tackling serious and organised crime’

Responding to the National Audit Office report ‘Tackling serious and organised crime’, APCC Serious Organised Crime Leads Marc Jones PCC and Deputy Mayor Bev Hughes said: “The National Audit Offices report shines a light on many of the key challenge …

APCC chair statement following today’s No. 10 briefing

Following today’s Coronavirus briefing from No. 10 with the Home Secretary and NPCC Chair, APCC Chair Katy Bourne welcomed the commitment to publish the data collated from Police Forces relating to the enforcement of the social distancing rules. “W …

APCC response to HMICFRS report on roads policing

APCC lead for road safety, Alison Hernandez said: “This report has come just at the right time. Road safety is one of the public’s top priorities and rightly so. Tragically, over the last few years 5,369 people lost their lives on Britain’s roads a …

APCC response to the Prime Minister's Covid-19 update

Prime Minister announces a series of new measures as part of the government’s response to coronavirus. APCC Chair, Paddy Tipping said: “These new and necessary restrictions are a stark reminder to us all that we must all play our part in trying to …

Lisa Townsend, Surrey PCC

#PCCsMakingADifference  Lisa Townsend was elected as the new Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for Surrey in May 2021. Lisa says that becoming Surrey's new PCC is incredibly exciting; it's very hard work, but enormously rewarding. She says that …

Lisa Townsend, APCC Lead for Mental Health & Custody

Lisa Townsend is the new APCC Lead for Mental Health and Custody. "Mental Health is something that affects all of us in our communities across the country, including our police forces. I have worked in this area in my previous career and I look for …

'Top Marks' panel session on Day Two

Summit Day Two: PCC Lisa Townsend chaired the 'Top Marks' breakout session. Lisa is the APCC's Lead for Mental Health and PCC for Surrey. 

APCC Road Safety Survey results

Most people want drivers who speed to face higher penalties and more money raised from fines invested in enforcement and road safety, a new study suggests. A total of 66,266 people responded to the survey by the Association of Police and Crime Commi …

APCC response to PM's three-tier COVID restrictions

APCC Chair and PCC for Nottinghamshire, Paddy Tipping said: “We have just heard the Prime Minister announce a new ‘three-tier’ lockdown system for England to help address the current, and very worrying, rise in coronavirus infections and deaths. “T …

New Core Code of Ethics to be at the heart of Fire and Rescue Services

A new Core Code of Ethics for Fire and Rescue Services launched today by the Local Government Association (LGA), the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) and the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC), pledges to be at the heart of every …

New online tool for women and girls to flag unsafe areas to police

A pilot for a new online tool to allow people to flag places where they have felt unsafe has been launched today by the Government with support from the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC). Hosted on the national policing website police.uk and ai …

Why new developments must take account of needs of local emergency services

Elected leaders are calling on Government to ensure future housing developments fully consider the capacity and needs of local emergency services. While developers recognise the importance of - and regularly pay for - schools or new roads, the curre …

Measures to clamp down on organised crime welcomed

APCC Lead for Serious and Organised Crime Donna Jones has welcomed raft of new measures announced by the Government in a bid to clamp down on organised crime and frustrate criminal enterprises.  All police forces across England and Wales will adopt …

Response to gambling white paper

APCC Joint Addictions and Substance Misuse Leads, said: “While many people gamble unproblematically, the evidence that problem gambling is linked to crime is clear and this must be tackled with the same urgency and focus as other addictions if we are …

APCC Chair welcomes creation of new Town Centre Boards

APCC Chair Donna Jones, has written to the Prime Minister to welcome the government announcement for the creation of new Town Centre Boards, and to ask for Police and Crime Commissioners, Mayor’s, and Chairs of Relevant Policing Authorities, to take …

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This page provides links to useful information on the wide range of national portfolio work the APCC supports Police and Crime Commissioners to deliver. By clicking on each of the workstream buttons below you can find information relating to our pol …

We must listen to Superintendents’ concerns about working conditions – APCC Statement

Responding to comments made by the President of the Police Superintendents’ Association, APCC Workforce Lead, Ron Hogg PCC, said: “When the Superintendents’ Association raise concerns about their members working conditions we must listen. I have spo …

APCC Victims Lead welcomes Sajid Javid’s speech to get tough on tech companies

Dame Vera Baird QC said: “I welcome the Home Secretary’s call for technology companies to step up and do much more to tackle on-line child sexual abuse. The scale and severity of on-line child sexual abuse is evolving and increasing; the tech indust …

International Overdose Awareness Day 2018: Blog from APCC Drugs Lead on using naloxone to #EndOverdose

International Overdose Awareness Day is an annual event held on 31 August to raise awareness of drug overdose and prevention, and to commemorate all the lives lost to an overdose. PCC Hardyal Dhindsa, APCC Lead for Alcohol and Substance Misuse, shar …

APCC Leads write to Minister outlining next steps to protect vulnerable adults in police custody

APCC Mental Health Lead PCC Matthew Scott and APCC Custody Lead and ICVA Chair PCC Martyn Underhill have written to the Policing Minister today to formally outline what needs to happen in order to deliver protections for vulnerable adults in police c …

APCC Custody Lead Welcomes Increased Dignity for Female Detainees

Responding to the Home Office’s decision to consult on changes to PACE Codes around provision of menstrual products, APCC Custody Lead and ICVA Chair PCC Martyn Underhill said: “Independent custody visitors are the eyes and ears of PCCs in the custo …

First anniversary of fire governance: Blog from Essex PFCC

Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex, Roger Hirst, talks about one year on from taking over Essex Fire and Rescue Service: “Today is the first anniversary since I took over responsibility for Essex County Fire and Rescue Service. I was the …

Roundtable event held on chief officer appointments

On Monday, 8 October a roundtable event, hosted by the College of Policing, was held to bring together chiefs and police and crime commissioners to look at issues regarding chief officer recruitment and tenure. ​Following the event the agencies wh …

APCC Responds to Hate Crime Figures and Home Office Hate Crime Action Plan

In response to the publication today of the statistical bulletin on Hate Crime in England and Wales (more info), and the refresh of the government’s hate crime action plan (more info), the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC) Lead on …

APCC Chair comments on CPS report: Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery

APCC Lead for Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery and APCC Chair Mark Burns-Williamson OBE said:  “As the Association of Police & Crime Commissioners (APCC) lead for human trafficking and modern slavery and Chair of the National Anti-Traffickin …

Independent Review of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 – APCC response

APCC Lead for Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery and APCC Chair Mark Burns-Williamson OBE said: “As APCC lead for human trafficking and modern slavery and chair of the National Anti-Trafficking and Modern Slavery Network, I support the Home Office …

APCC Leads welcome national focus on support for vulnerable adults in custody

Responding to today’s publication of the Appropriate Adult Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) – Local Authority (LA) Partnership Agreement, APCC Mental Health Lead PCC Matthew Scott and APCC Custody Lead and ICVA Chair PCC Martyn Underhill said: Po …

APCC Workforce Lead responds to latest workforce statistics

Responding to today’s police workforce statistics, Ron Hogg, APCC Workforce Lead, said: “Today’s police figures again show a further reduction of police officer numbers – down to the lowest number since comparable records began in 1996. This, couple …

APCC Hate Crime Lead responds to HMICFRS Report

Responding to the publication of Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabularies and Fire and Rescue Services’ (HMICFRS) report ‘Understanding the difference – the initial police response to hate crime’, Hardyal Dhindsa, the APCC Lead on Hate Crime, sai …

Unauthorised development and encampments – joint policing call for accommodation provision

The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners and the National Police Chiefs’ Council have submitted a joint response to a Government consultation on unauthorised encampments calling for the shortage of transit sites and lack of accommodation pro …

APCC response to new counter-terrorism strategy

APCC Chair, David Lloyd said:  “I welcome the publication of today’s CONTEST strategy which sets out the framework within which the Government, policing and partner agencies will work together to reduce the risk of terrorism. “Since the last strate …

APCC welcomes police pursuits consultation

Responding to the launch of a consultation into the law, guidance and training governing police pursuits, APCC Road Safety Lead, Alison Hernandez PCC said: “The Government’s decision to consult on proposals to amend the standards that a police offic …

Interim Report on the Independent Review of the Mental Health Act: APCC Response

The Department of Health and Social Care has published an interim report on the Independent Review of the Mental Health Act, summarising the work of the Review so far. In response, Matthew Scott, the APCC Lead on Mental Health and PCC for Kent, said: …

Assaults on Emergency Workers (Offences) Bill – APCC response

Responding to the progress of the Assaults on Emergency Workers (Offences) Bill, which has now completed its passage in the House of Commons, APCC Workforce Lead, Ron Hogg PCC said: “The Assaults on Emergency Workers Bill will give police officers a …

Stephen Lawrence – 25 Years On

Sunday 22nd April 2018 marks twenty-five years since the murder of Stephen Lawrence. Here, David Munro, PCC for Surrey, and Hardyal Dhindsa, PCC for Derbyshire, the APCC Lead and Deputy Lead respectively on Equality, Diversity and Human Rights, shar …

APCC Fraud and Cybercrime Lead on £9m cybercrime fund

Clive Grunshaw, APCC lead for Fraud and Cybercrime, on today’s announcement by the Home Secretary on a new £9m fund to fight cybercrime: “Cybercrime is one of the biggest challenges facing policing. Online crime now accounts for over half of all cri …

APCC backs “Together, we can tackle child abuse” campaign

APCC backs “Together, we can tackle child abuse” campaign The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners is backing a new campaign led by the Department for Education to raise awareness of child abuse. The Together, we can tackle child abuse cam …

Policing, Health and Social Care: working together to protect and prevent harm to vulnerable people

Today (Wednesday 7th February) sees the publication of a consensus statement agreed between a range of policing, health and social care organisations, including the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners, to work closer together and intervene …

APCC Response to Police Workforce Statistics

Ron Hogg PCC, APCC Portfolio Lead for Workforce Planning said: “Today’s police workforce figures, which show a further reduction of police officer numbers, will be of concern for Police and Crime Commissioners, particularly at a time that we see a 1 …

APCC response to the Forensic Science Regulator Annual Report

Commenting on the release of the Forensic Science Regulator Annual Report, APCC Public Engagement and Community Confidence Lead, Mark Burns-Williamson PCC said: “We welcome the report from the Forensic Science Regulator (FSR) and note its findings. …

Provisional Police Grant Report – APCC Response

APCC Finance Lead, Roger Hirst PFCC said: “Police and Crime Commissioners welcome today’s settlement which provides additional funding for police forces in 2018/19 and transparency on 2019/20’s settlement at this early stage. We have worked closely …

APCC response to HMICFRS ‘PEEL: Police Legitimacy 2017’ report

APCC Transparency and Integrity Lead, Julia Mulligan PCC, said: “Police and Crime Commissioners welcome this report from HMICFRS, which has found notable improvements since last year and that forces have a clear understanding of the value of treatin …

APCC Budget Response

Responding to today’s Budget, APCC Finance Lead, Roger Hirst PFCC said: “While there has been no announcement in the Budget today we are confident that we have put forward a strong evidence base for a new settlement for policing nationally. “The na …

APCC Leads Respond to Announcement on Police Chief Employment Transparency Measures

The Home Office and the police today have announced a package of measures aiming to bring greater clarity and transparency to several areas of chief officer employment, including: A standardised 35 days annual leave policy The introduction of a p …

APCC Chair marks five years since the first PCC elections in 2012

APCC Chair, David Lloyd PCC marks five years since the first election of Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) in 2012: Five years on from the election of the first Police and Crime Commissioners in England and Wales, now is a fitting moment to refl …

HMICFRS report on police response to domestic abuse – APCC comment

APCC Victims Leads, Dame Vera Baird QC PCC and Marc Jones PCC said: “The considerable improvements in the overall police response to victims of domestic violence, as set out in this report, are to be welcomed. Police and Crime Commissioners have mad …

APCC responds to Independent Review of Deaths and Serious Incidents in Police Custody

In response to the publication today of the report into deaths and serious incidents in police custody, Matthew Scott, Police and Crime Commissioner for Kent and the national lead for mental health and custody said: “Since 1990, over 1,000 families …

APCC response to HMICFRS’s report on modern slavery

Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC), Mark Burns-Williamson, who is the national portfolio lead for the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC) on modern slavery and PCC for West Yorkshire, commenting on the first ever HMICFRS report into …

PCC Hardyal Dhindsa Welcomes Hate Crime Awareness Week

Hate Crime Awareness Week starts tomorrow, an important initiative run by Stop Hate UK, which aims to bring people together, stand with those affected by hate crime, and support those who need ongoing support. As the Police and Crime Commissioner lea …

HMICFRS report on Abuse of position for a sexual purpose – APCC response

APCC Transparency and Integrity Portfolio Lead, Julia Mulligan PCC, and Deputy Lead, Dame Vera Baird PCC, said  “We welcome this Report, which clearly sets out that whilst impressive work has been undertaken to tackle the abuse of position for a sex …

APCC Responds to Race Disparity Audit

Today sees the publication of Government’s Race Disparity Audit, which has collected data from across government departments to create a picture about how ethnicity affects people’s everyday lives. Data from the Audit has been published on the websit …

Legalisation of Cannabis (Medicinal Purposes) Ten Minute Rule Motion – APCC Response

Ahead of this week’s Parliamentary motion which would allow for the production, supply, possession and use of cannabis and cannabis resin for medicinal purposes, Hardyal Dhindsa, APCC Portfolio Lead on Alcohol & Substance Misuse said: “Whilst th …

APCC response to the Police Federation’s routine arming survey 2017

APCC lead for Use of Force, Martyn Underhill PCC said: “I welcome the results of the Police Federation survey, which underline officers’ continued commitment to the policing by consent principle. It is a testament to the professionalism and integrit …

APCC response to the Department for Exiting the European Union and Home Office’s future partnership paper “Security, law enforcement and criminal justice”.

APCC Portfolio Lead for International and Strategic Policing, Kathryn Holloway PCC said: “In view of the terror events experienced collectively across Europe, in France, Belgium and Germany as well as the recent atrocities in London and Manchester o …

Compensation scheme must change to support blameless young victims

APCC Portfolio Leads for Victims response to reports that sexually abused children could still be refused compensation by a government body on the grounds that they “consented”. APCC Victims Lead Dame Vera Baird QC PCC said: “We have been clear tha …

APCC Response to Police Pay Award Announcement

Responding to today’s announcement of the police pay award for 2017-18, APCC Workforce Lead Ron Hogg said: “The increase in pay for the police officers who work so hard to keep us safe, often going above and beyond what is required, is to be welcome …

APCC response to new CPS online hate crime guidance

Hardyal Dhindsa, PCC for Derbyshire, who leads on hate crime on behalf of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners, has welcomed news that prosecutors will be ordered to treat online hate crime as seriously as offences carried out face to fa …

APCC Responds to Hate Crime Figures Covering 2017 Terrorist Attacks

Responding to the release of hate crime statistics covering the period of 2017 UK terrorist attacks Hardyal Dhindsa, APCC national portfolio lead for Hate Crime, welcomed the publication of these figures, saying it was important to understand the dri …

APCC lead supports NCA’s response to human trafficking and modern slavery

Today the National Crime Agency (NCA) released new figures on the scale of human trafficking and modern slavery. The shocking figures state that there are currently 300 live policing operations targeting modern slavery in the UK, with the NCA making …

New Law Needed to Make “Upskirting” a Sexual Offence

Dame Vera Baird QC and Marc Jones, Association of Police and Crime Commissioners Lead and Deputy Lead on Victims, have called for new legislation to tackle the invasive and appalling practice of “upskirting”. In response to recent reports and a publ …

APCC Response to Government’s Drug Strategy

Responding to the Government’s 2017 Drug Strategy, APCC National portfolio lead on Alcohol and Substance Misuse PCC Hardyal Dhindsa said: “This strategy is a positive step towards addressing some significant issues with the way that we, as a society …

APCC Response to HMIC & HMCPSI Report on Stalking

Responding to the HMIC and HMCPSI Report – ‘Living in fear – the police and CPS response to harassment and stalking’, APCC Chair and Victims Lead Dame Vera Baird QC said:  “This report highlights some significant current issues with the way that the …

APCC Response to the Queen’s Speech

Responding to the measures set out in today’s Queen Speech, APCC Chair Dame Vera Baird QC said: “Within the Government’s policy programme, as set out in today’s Queen’s Speech, there are number of measures of interest to Police and Crime Commissione …

APCC Response to Judicial Review Judgement

Commenting on today’s High Court judgement, Julia Mulligan, Police and Crime Commissioner for North Yorkshire and national lead for Integrity and Transparency, said: “The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners note today’s judgement. In repre …

APCC Response to Report on New Emergency Services Network Implementation Delays

Responding to the Public Accounts Committee Report ‘Upgrading emergency service communications – recall’ – released on the 21st April – which outlines the Committee’s concerns regarding delays to the delivery of the new Emergency Services Network sys …

APCC responds to HMIC State of Policing 2016 report

In response to HMIC’s Annual Assessment of Policing in England and Wales 2016 (available here), released today, APCC Chair Dame Vera Baird QC said:  “Many PCCs will recognise some of the central issues raised in today’s ‘State of Policing’ report fr …

Katy Bourne PCC: Challenges for Policing in the Digital Age

For Safer Internet Day, an initiative run by the Safer Internet Foundation,  Katy Bourne PCC, Principal Lead of the APCC Police Technology & Digital Group, shares her views on both the threats posed to society by digital crime, and the opportunit …

APCC Response to Police Workforce Statistics (1)

Ron Hogg PCC, APCC Portfolio Lead for Workforce Planning said: “Today’s police workforce figures again show the challenge that the service is facing. The number of police officers, staff and PCSOs continue to fall at a time when the demands on the p …

APCC Response to latest Crime Figures

APCC Chair, Dame Vera Baird QC said: “These figures show that whilst there are no statistically significant changes to incidents of crime compared to last year, an extension to the coverage of the survey has helped to shine a light on the real exten …

Maximum Sentence for Stalking to Double – APCC Chair Response

Responding to the news that the maximum sentence for stalking is set to double, APCC Chair Dame Vera Baird QC said: “The Government’s decision to introduce tougher penalties for stalking is a welcome one. Through the Policing and Crime Bill next wee …

APCC Response to the Police Grant Report 2017/18

Responding to today’s Police Grant Report 2017/18, Paddy Tipping, APCC Portfolio Lead for Police Finance, said: “The provisional settlement for 2017/18 follows the broad guidelines set out in the Governments 2015 Spending Review. At local level, the …

APCC Response to HMIC Reports into police force legitimacy and leadership

Responding to the HMIC reports published today into police force legitimacy and leadership, APCC Chair Vera Baird QC said: “The APCC welcomes the overall finding of these reports, the police continue to do an excellent job at a time of significant t …

Police put transformation plans into action as another 28 projects receive Home Office funding

Police receive over £26 million over the next three years for projects designed to help transform the police service for the benefit of the public. Police and crime commissioners and chief constables have worked to agree the Policing Vision 2025 whi …

APCC Chair Vera Baird QC’s speech to the APCC/NPCC Joint Summit – 16 November 2016

I am delighted to open the second annual Policing Summit here in London alongside chief constable Sara Thornton, (who has talked about working with politicians as a delicate relationship rather like skating together on ice). I am not much of an ice …

Responding to the Government response to the Home Affairs Committee Report “Police and Crime Commissioners: here to stay”, APCC Chair Vera Baird QC said:

“The APCC welcomes the Government’s recognition that the PCCs have bought levels of scrutiny, leadership and engagement to local policing that did not exist previously. “The Report identifies a number of areas which need further work and attention, …

Police chiefs and PCCs set out a vision for policing in 2025

Police chiefs and PCCs set out a vision for policing in 2025   At their second joint conference, police chiefs and police and crime commissioners launch a vision for policing in 2025 that makes far better use of digital technology, is integrated wi …

APCC Response to Henriques Review

The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners has today expressed its disappointment in the part-published findings of the Henriques review into Operation Midland and Operation Vincente and reiterated its clear view that sex abuse complainants sh …

APCC Response to Electoral Commission Report on PCC Elections 2016

Responding today to the report released by the Electoral Commission on Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) election in May 2016, Vera Baird QC, the Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners said: “PCCs have made great strides in the …

APCC Chair says ‘CPS figures do not show a crime wave but that work by police and CPS is paying off’

APCC chair Vera Baird says ‘CPS figures do not show a crime wave but that work by police and CPS to respond well to vulnerable victims is paying off’ in response to Crown Prosecution Service’s annual Violence against Women and Girls report   Today’ …

Chief constables and Police and Crime Commissioners committed to working together to further reform policing

The National Police Chiefs’ Council and the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners say that police-led transformation projects receiving funding from the Home Office is a positive start to the process of reforming policing. Julia Mulligan, Ch …

HMIC Police Effectiveness 2015 Report response

Sussex PCC responds to HMIC Police Effectiveness 2015 Report Responding to the HMIC Police Effectiveness 2015 report published today, Katy Bourne, Sussex Police and Crime Commissioner and chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners St …

Reshaping policing for the public – APCC Statement

A discussion paper, published today (25 June 2015), has been welcomed by the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC). ‘Reshaping policing for the public’ has been produced by a national Advisory Group set up to debate the future of poli …

APCC response to HMIC report The Welfare of Vulnerable People in Police Custody

Responding to the HMIC’s thematic report ‘The Welfare of Vulnerable People in Police Custody’, Martyn Underhill, Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner and the APCC’s lead on Mental Health and Policing, said: “We welcome HMIC’s thorough inspection of …

APCC response to provisional 2015/16 police grant settlement

The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners has responded to the provisional 2015/16 police grant settlement announced today by the Minister of State for Policing, Criminal Justice and Victims, Mike Penning. Paddy Tipping, Nottinghamshire Poli …

APCC response to Chancellor’s Autumn Statement

Responding to the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement today Paddy Tipping, Nottinghamshire Police and Crime Commissioner, who chairs the APCC’s Resources, Efficiency and Strategic Finance Standing Group and Hertfordshire PCC David Lloyd, who is Vice Chair …

Commissioners launch strategy to tackle alcohol misuse

Police and Crime Commissioners from across the country have marked Alcohol Awareness Week by launching a national plan to tackle alcohol misuse. The plan was launched at today’s APCC Partnership Summit, which brings together Police and Crime Commiss …

APCC response to HMIC Crime Data Integrity report

Responding to the release of the HMIC report on Crime Data Integrity, Sussex PCC and Chair of the APCC Performance, Standards and Accountability Standing Group, Katy Bourne said: “The public in England and Wales quite rightly expect their local poli …

Blue light services ‘can work successfully together’

Blue light services can work together successfully, says the APCC representative on the Emergency Services Collaboration Working Group. The working group, which comprises senior leaders from across the emergency services and will act as a national d …

Commissioners look ahead to continue drive on standards

The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC) is to host a Partnership Summit aimed at sharing good practice in the pursuit of driving up standards in policing. The Summit, which takes place in Harrogate on November 17 and 18, provides an …

Police and Crime Commissioners welcome new plans to coordinate chief police officers

Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) have welcomed Chief Officers’ decision to support new arrangements to replace the Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO). ACPO was established in 1948 to bring together the expertise and experience of chief …

Police and Crime Commissioners to scrutinise police handling of domestic violence

Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary (HMIC) has published a thematic report summarising its inspection of how forces tackle domestic violence. Key findings: Police response to victims of domestic abuse is not good enough; forces need to tak …

Police and Crime Plans focus on local priorities to fight crime

Responding to the BBC report that Police and Crime Commissioners are introducing new perfomance targets for the police, Tony Lloyd, Greater Manchester Police and Crime Commissioner and Chairman of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners, sa …

APCC Finance Lead response to 2018 Budget

Responding to today’s Budget, APCC Finance Lead, Roger Hirst PFCC said: “Whilst there has been no announcement of police funding in the Budget today, the Chancellor has recognised the pressure on the service and the Home Secretary will review ahead …

APCC Chair welcomes Serious and Organised Crime Strategy 2018

Responding to the launch of the Government’s Serious and Organised Crime Strategy, Mark Burns-Williamson APCC Chair and Lead PCC on Serious Violent Crime said:“Police and Crime Commissioners will support today’s updated serious organised crime strate …

APCC response to HMICFRS report - Policing and Mental Health - Picking Up the Pieces

Responding to the HMICFRS report, APCC lead for mental health issues, Matthew Scott PCC, said: “The fact that HMICFRS found policing deals with a spike in mental health incidents at around 4pm is very telling. Once again we see evidence of policing …

PCCs Making A Difference - VAWG IN FOCUS

Dame Vera Baird QC, Northumbria PCC and APCC Victims Lead: "With crimes against women and girls continuing to make up a fifth of the Crown Prosecution Service’s case load and the latest Femicide Census showing that, during 2017, 139 women in the UK …

APCC Lead Chairs Westminster Mental Health Round-Table Discussion

People with mental health issues can only receive the best possible support if services work better together. That was the verdict of those attending a round table discussion in Westminster, chaired by Police and Crime Commissioner Matthew Scott las …

APCC response to HMICFRS publication: The police response to victims of domestic abuse - an update report

APCC response to HMICFRS publication: The police response to victims of domestic abuse - an update report APCC Victims Lead, Dame Vera Baird said: “This report provides a welcome focus on the work that police forces in England and Wales are underta …

Tackling serious violence – how PCCs are making a difference

The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners has published “Serious Violence In Focus” which highlights a series of the ground breaking initiatives that PCCs have commissioned to tackle the scourge of violence crime across England and Wales. AP …

APCC response to the Report of the Chief Inspector of Probation

Responding to today’s Report of the Chief Inspector of Probation, APCC Criminal Justice Lead David Lloyd PCC said:  “Police and Crime Commissioners continue to make the case for how we can play a key role in delivering new arrangements for probation …

APCC EU-Exit leads visit International Crime Coordination Centre

Police and Crime Commissioners Matthew Scott and Lord Willy Bach, as APCC Brexit Working Group leads, visited the International Crime Coordination Centre (ICCC). Both PCCs were given a tour of the ICCC, a unit recently established by the National Po …

APCC response to Home Secretary's speech on tackling serious violence

Following the Home Secretary’s speech today setting out the Government’s approach to tackling serious violence, APCC Chair and Serious Violence Lead, Mark Burns-Williamson PCC, said:  “The Home Secretary’s reiteration of his commitment to prevent cr …

APCC welcomes change in the law to ensure dignity of women in custody

APCC Mental Health and Custody lead, Martyn Underhill PCC, responds to the Home Office announcement on changes to the law to ensure the dignity of women in police custody: In October 2018, Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) from across England an …

APCC response to serious violence funding allocation announcement

APCC Chair and Serious Violence Lead, Mark Burns-Williamson PCC said: “Whilst the further funding allocations today are welcome, it is ultimately through early intervention and prevention work that we can most effectively tackle knife crime and seri …

APCC response to probation announcement

APCC Criminal Justice Deputy Lead, Sue Mountstevens PCC said: “The APCC welcomes today’s announcement on the future of probation, bringing probation services together under a single structure. It is widely acknowledged that the current system of fra …

APCC response to violence reduction unit funding announcement

Responding to the news that the Home Office has provisionally allocated up to £35 million to police forces for violence reduction units, APCC Chair and Serious Violence Lead, Mark Burns-Williamson PCC OBE said: “Additional funding to tackle knife an …

APCC Response to HMICFRS report

Responding to Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary (HMIC) report, APCC Lead for Performance, Matthew Scott said: “This is a comprehensive report that highlights four main areas for reform but also recognises that most police forces and officer …

APCC response to the Justice Committee report

Responding to the Justice Committee report, APCC Criminal Justice Lead, David Lloyd PCC, said: “As local leaders, Police and Crime Commissioners have a key role to play under the new probation services model both in bringing partners together to re …

APCC response to Big Brother Watch report

The Big Brother Watch report, Digital Strip Searches, calls for forces to revise the policy of "mass data downloads", arguing it is "unlawful" and a "gross invasion of privacy" to ask victims to hand in their phones. Police and Crown Prosecution S …

APCC response to Home Affairs Select Committee report on Serious Youth Violence

Association of Police and Crime Commissioners Serious Violence Lead, Mark Burns-Williamson OBE said: “We welcome the focus this report gives to the importance of highlighting and tackling violence in our communities. We have seen a significant rise …

APCC response to Government stop and search announcement

David Munro, the APCC Lead on Equality, Diversity and Human Rights (EDHR) and the Police and Crime Commissioner for Surrey, said the following: “The overall regulation of stop and search by individual police forces is much more thorough than it ever …

APCC response to funding announcement for Violence Reduction Units

APCC Serious Violence Lead Mark Burns-Williamson OBE and member of Serious Violence Task Force Chaired by the Home Secretary, said: “Whilst acknowledging this welcome investment in helping to establish Violence Reduction Units (VRUs) along similar l …

APCC response to Unduly Lenient Sentence Scheme announcement

Julia Mulligan, North Yorkshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner said: “I am extremely pleased to see the Government recognise that victims of these crimes need the right to appeal over-lenient sentences. I am particularly concerned about stalki …

APCC response to HMICFRS spotlight reports

Responding to the PEEL spotlight report - Shining a light on betrayal: Abuse of position for a sexual purpose, APCC Transparency and Integrity Lead, Julia Mulligan PFCC said: “Public confidence in policing is paramount and any abuse of position for …

APCC response to Taser uplift announcement

APCC Chair, Katy Bourne OBE PCC said: “This news comes at a time when assaults on police officers are one of the most serious topical policing issues nationally. PCCs recognise and appreciate the exceptional and often dangerous job that officers do …

APCC response to police officer uplift announcement

Responding to the first wave of funding allocations as part of the police officer uplift, APCC finance Lead, PCC Roger Hirst, and Deputy Lead, PCC Paddy Tipping, said: “Police and Crime Commissioners will welcome today’s announcement as it enables p …

National Hate Crime Awareness Week 2019

Blog from APCC Hate Crime Lead, Hardyal Dhindsa, Derbyshire PCC: This is the 8th National Hate Crime Awareness Week and, as the APCC Lead on Hate Crime, I do not think it could’ve come at a better time. Last year, Home Office statistics revealed tha …

APCC response to IOPC Annual Police Complaints Statistics

Responding to the IOPC Publication of Annual Police Complaints Statistics 2018/19 APCC Transparency and Integrity Lead, Julia Mulligan PFCC, said “This report shines a light on the work of local police complaints team up and down the country and gi …

Joint APCC / NPCC response to annual Home Office hate crime figures

Responding to the publication of Hate Crime statistics in England and Wales for 2018/19, APCC Hate Crime Lead, PCC Hardyal Dhindsa, said: ”Police and Crime Commissioners will be deeply concerned by the 10% rise in hate crime recorded by the police c …

APCC response to ONS crime statistics

Responding to today’s Office of National Statistics report for year ending June 2019, APCC Performance lead, Matthew Scott PCC said: “Whilst the figures show no change in overall levels of crime, the public will clearly be concerned by the rise in k …

APCC response to HMICFRS report – Cyber: Keep the light on

APCC response to HMICFRS report – Cyber: Keep the light on - An Inspection of the police response to the cyber-dependent crime: Clive Grunshaw, APCC Lead for Fraud and Cyber Crime said: "I welcome the publication of this inspection into the police r …

APCC Response to the Government’s announcement of the review of Serious Organised Crime

APCC Leads for Serious and Organised Crime Baroness Hughes, Deputy Mayor for Greater Manchester, and Marc Jones, Lincolnshire PCC, respond to the Government’s announcement of the review of Serious Organised Crime; “Earlier this year, the National Cr …

PCCs and Chief Constables come together to drive progress on diversity

APCC EDHR Lead, David Munro and APCC Deputy EDHR Lead, Hardyal Dhindsa said:  "It was great to see representatives from Offices of Police & Crime Commissioners and forces across England and Wales come together for the APCC, College of Policing a …

APCC response to County Lines report

Joint statement from APCC Leads for Serious and Organised Crime: Baroness Hughes, Deputy Mayor for Greater Manchester, and Marc Jones, Lincolnshire PCC, following the report from HMICFRS into County Lines: “This report shines a light on harmful Coun …

National Digital Policing Strategy 2020-2030

The National Digital Policing Strategy 2020-2030 has been launched at the Police ICT Summit 2020. The Strategy sets out a new digital ambition for UK policing. It presents a set of tangible digital priorities and outlines the key data and technology …

Police Foundation report, “A Diversity Uplift?” - APCC response

APCC Workforce Lead, Kim McGuinness PCC and APCC Equality, Diversity and Human Rights Lead David Munro PCC, commenting on the Police Foundation report, “A Diversity Uplift?”: “While it’s encouraging that the percentage of female police officers has …

Action Fraud review - APCC response

In response to the review of Action Fraud, PCC Clive Grunshaw APCC Fraud and Cyber lead said: “Fraud is the most prevalent crime type in the country, with an estimated 3.8 million crimes committed in the past year, continuing to increase at an alarm …

KATY BOURNE OBE SPEECH FOR APCC/NPCC SUMMIT – FEB 2020

(Check against delivery) Good morning everyone and welcome. Today’s summit comes just after the biggest boost to police funding for ten years and I know that PCC colleagues and Chiefs will join me in welcoming that boost. I hope that what I can se …

APCC Finance Lead responds to Budget

Responding to today’s Budget, APCC Finance Lead, Roger Hirst, Essex Police Fire and Crime Commissioner said: “Today’s Budget comes a few weeks after the Police Budget settlement, which announced, as part of the 20,000 police officer uplift, funding …

Coronavirus Bill – APCC response

Responding to the measures announced ahead of the publication of the Coronavirus Bill, APCC Chair Katy Bourne OBE said: “I welcome the enhanced powers announced to strengthen the powers of police and immigration officers. These need to be used propo …

APCC response to Cornavirus measures

APCC Chair, Katy Bourne OBE said: “These are unprecedented times and, in order to save lives, we must all play our part.  Whilst I recognise that people are making huge sacrifices, the scientific evidence is clear, by staying at home we can save liv …

Urgent call for domestic abuse action

Victims and domestic abuse Commissioners have written to senior Government Ministers calling for urgent action to protect people at risk of domestic abuse and Violence Against Women and Girls during the current Covid-19 crisis. The call, from the A …

Stalking continues to steal lives

APCC Chair, Katy Bourne is urging all police forces to ‘See Stalking Clearly’ as concerns grow for victims in ‘lockdown’. Mrs Bourne, who has her own experience of malevolent stalking, is calling on her fellow PCCs, police forces and criminal justic …

Emergency funding to support the most vulnerable victims during COVID_19 crisis

In response to the Government announcement today of £76m of extra funding for support services for vulnerable victims (including victims of domestic abuse, sexual violence and modern slavery), APCC Victims Leads Deputy Mayor of London, Sophie Linden, …

APCC and NPCC Hate Crime Leads letter to the IAG

Reporting Hate Crime The APCC and NPCC Leads on Hate Crime, Hardyal Dhindsa (PCC for Derbyshire) and DCC Mark Hamilton (PSNI), have written to the Independent Advisory Group on Hate Crime and also force IAGs across England and Wales, to reaffirm the …

National Volunteers Week - Thank You

A big thank you this Volunteers Week Throughout this period of emergency, there have been some stories of selflessness, determination and community spirit that have given people hope. This has taken many forms, with individuals, businesses and other …

Operation Venetic - NCA and police smash thousands of criminal conspiracies.

APCC Serious and Organised Crime Lead, Marc Jones, PCC for Lincolnshire said: “The outstanding results of this exceptional operation led by the NCA, with the full cooperation of police forces across the UK as well as collaboration with European part …

APCC response to the report by the Children's commissioner

APCC Serious Violence Lead and PCC for West Yorkshire, Mark Burns Williamson OBE, said: “I welcome the report by the Children’s Commissioner, entitled 'Teenagers falling through the gaps' and share her concerns around young people falling through th …

Paddy Tipping new Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners

Paddy Tipping new Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners Nottinghamshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner Paddy Tipping has today (15 July) been elected as the new Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners at its …

Assaults on shop workers rise as shoplifters become ‘desperate’

Today, the Association of Police & Crime Commissioners announced Sussex PCC Katy Bourne as their new National Lead for Business Crime. Mrs Bourne has convened several meetings already with retailers in Sussex and unveiled some staggering home tru …

Violence Reduction Units In Focus

In 2019 the Home Office announced that 18 Police and Crime Commissioners in areas worst affected by violent crime would share £35 million to establish Violence Reduction Units (VRUs), with a further £35 million provided for 2020/21. The work of the …

Joint APCC leads have responded to a new Government Strategy to tackle Serious and Organised Crime

The Government has launched a new Serious Organised Crime strategy to reflect the current threats and its priorities for reducing crime. Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) hold Chief Constables to account for their forces’ and Regional Organised …

APCC/LGA joint VAWG Transformation Event

Far too many women and girls are still victims of domestic and sexual violence. Crimes against women and girls continue to make up a fifth of the Crown Prosecution Service’s case load and the latest Femicide Census showed that during 2017, 139 women …

Safer Internet Day: Together for a Better Internet

Blog from APCC Lead on Hate Crime, Hardyal Dhindsa: Safer Internet Day, organised by the UK Safer Internet Centre, is marked globally in February each year to inspire a national conversation on how we can promote the safe and positive use of digital …

Police, Fire and Crime Commissioners' first meeting

Police, Fire and Crime Commissioners (PFCCs) from Essex, North Yorkshire, Northamptonshire and Staffordshire recently met for the first time at the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners’ (APCC) offices to discuss opportunities to work togethe …

David Sidwick & Joy Allen, APCC Joint Leads for Alcohol and Substance Misuse

In this video David and Joy explain how, as APCC Leads for Addiction and Substance Misuse, they are working together to address the detrimental effects of addiction and substance misuse in communities. "PCCs are ideally placed to address gambling, …

Developing Police Capabilities & Tackling Serious Organised Crime

Never have we needed more to work with partners, both in and outside of policing, to join up services and to tackle the rise of serious and organised crime (SOC), which operates transnationally and internationally. The APCC works with PCCs to devel …

Prevention and rehabilitation

Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) have a vital leadership role in galvanising the local response to preventing crime and serious violence, identifying vulnerability in their communities, and targeting support to prevent crime from happening. They …

Role of the PCC

What does your Police and Crime Commissioner do for you?   APCC Police & Crime Commissioner Guidance: The role and responsibilities of PCCs Role of the PCC and his/her Office: The role of the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) is …

APCC Impact Report 2019/20

Launch of APCC Impact Report 2019/20 The APCC has launched its Impact Report 2019/20, which demonstrates the breadth of work and impact of the Association against its five business priorities: Funding, Efficiency and Transformation Supporting …

APCC welcomes additional funding for victims' support services

In response to today's announcement from the Ministry of Justice that PCCs are to receive additional funding for services which support domestic abuse and rape victims, APCC Victims Leads Deputy Mayor of London Sophie Linden, and Police, Fire and Cri …

No reason why all police forces cannot move towards a greener fleet

On 18 November the Prime Minister outlined his Ten Point Plan for a Green Industrial Revolution. Reacting to the announcement Martin Surl, APCC lead for the Environment and Sustainability said: “I welcome the Government’s initiative along with the …

Race Disparity In Focus

A new report which showcases how Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) are tackling concerns raised by Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic groups (BAME) in their areas has been published. ‘Race Disparity In Focus’, compiled by the Association of Police …

Disproportionality contributes to some communities’ mistrust of the police and the justice system

The APCC has commented on the latest use of force statistics, published today (17 December). APCC Equality, Diversity, and Human Rights Lead Hardyal Dhindsa, and Race Disparity Working Group Chair Julia Mulligan, said: “There are many reasons why a …

No one should suffer in silence while they are subjected to domestic abuse and exploitation

Responding to the Safe to Share? report published today (17 December) by Her Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Service (HMICFRS), APCC Victims Leads, Sophie Linden, London’s Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime & Julia Mul …

APCC warmly welcomes Provisional Police Funding Settlement

The Government has today published its Provisional Police Funding Settlement for 2021/22. Commenting on the Minister of State for Crime and Policing's statement, APCC Finance Lead Roger Hirst said: "PCCs warmly welcome the Government’s continued com …

APCC welcomes agreement reached between UK Government and the EU

The APCC EU-Exit Working Group has welcomed the agreement reached between the UK Government and the European Union, which ensures that most existing law enforcement tools and mechanisms will be retained after the transition period ends on 31 December …

APCC Mental Health Leads respond to Mental Health Act White Paper

Today the Government launched its consultation White Paper on reforming the Mental Health Act. APCC Mental Health lead Kent PCC Matthew Scott said: “Police and Crime Commissioners have been very concerned at the need for rising numbers of police det …

The time has come to have an open and honest debate about short term solutions

Speaking after the Criminal Justice Joint Inspection published its report Impact of the pandemic on the Criminal Justice System today, the APCC's Lead for Criminal Justice David Lloyd said: “Police and Crime Commissioners have had concerns about the …

'Report shows how modernisation of the fire service and how it’s governed is long overdue'

The APCC’s Lead on Fire - Staffordshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Matthew Ellis – comments on HMICFRS’ Fire and Rescue Services COVID-19 response inspection report. Mr Ellis said: “I would also praise the many conscientious and dedicated f …

Further £35m for PCC-led Violence Reduction Units in 2021/22

The Government has announced a further £35.5 million to help Violence Reduction Units (VRUs) across the country tackle serious violence and prevent young people being drawn into it. Mark Burns-Williamson OBE, APCC Lead for Serious Violence and PCC …

We share HMICFRS’ concern over the disproportionate use of stop and search

HMICFRS has today (Friday 26 February) published a report entitled Disproportionate Use of Police Powers: A spotlight on stop and search and the use of force. The report calls on police leaders to consider if focusing stop and search on drugs posses …

Report reinforces the need for detainees' rights in custody to be upheld at all times

Transform Justice, the National Appropriate Adult Network (NAAN), and Fair Trials have published a report, ‘Not Remotely Fair?’ which reinforces the necessity to ensure a detainee’s rights in police custody are upheld at all times, despite the challe …

Funding will help support activity to target people who pose a threat to our communities

The Government has today announced it is making more than £130million available to tackle serious violent crime in the coming year. In response, APCC Serious Violence Lead Mark Burns-Williamson said: “We welcome this announcement of additional money …

Strong support for changing the law to reflect the emotional impact of having a pet stolen

More than three-quarters of dog owners say they are more scared of walking their pet because of the heightened risk that it will be stolen, according to a major new study. 124,729 people responded to the landmark online survey with an overwhelming ma …

APCC welcomes publication of outcomes from phase one of PCC Review

The Home Secretary today outlines the recommendations of Part One of the PCC Review, ahead of the upcoming PCC elections in May 2021. Responding to the announcement, APCC Chair Paddy Tipping said: “Police and Crime Commissioners are pleased to see …

How we will deliver on our commitment to the safety of women and girls

Following recent events, Victims Lead and North Yorkshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Julia Mulligan sets out the APCC's position on Violence Against Women and Girls: The shocking killing of Sarah Everard in south London has rightly sparked …

The APCC's position on criminalisation of trespass

In recent weeks, the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC) has been referenced during Parliamentary debates on the Police, Crime, Courts and Sentencing Bill – specifically policing’s attitude towards illegal encampments. Some MPs have …

PCCs tell MPs they are ideally-placed to bring agencies closer together to prevent crime

Two Police and Crime Commissioners have told a panel of MPs that PCCs are ideally-placed to bring agencies closer together to prevent crime. Speaking to a committee of MPs about the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill, Hertfordshire PCC and AP …

Policing receives £18.3 million to continue work to make our streets safer

40 areas across England and Wales, including 28 PCCs, have today been awarded a total of £18.3 million, from the Government’s Safer Streets Fund. This funding will support projects looking to crack down on neighbourhood crimes like burglary, vehicle …

Victims' Commissioner says PCCs have a key role in improving response to rape

As the Government prepares to publish the findings of its end-to-end review into how rape and sexual violence cases are handled, the Victims’ Commissioner has said Police and Crime Commissioners have a key role to play in restoring confidence in the …

Concern at numbers of domestic abuse cases closed without any further action taken

Responding to today's report from Her Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS), APCC Victims Lead and London Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime Sophie Linden said: "This report recognises the positive response po …

APCC backs calls for a new approach to tackling Violence Against Women and Girls

The APCC's joint Victim's Leads, Hampshire Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones and London's Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime Sophie Linden, have responded to today's report from Her Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue …

Trailblazing Police, Fire and Crime Commissioners are making a difference

As the Government prepares to consult on plans to change how fire services are governed, a new report sets out how Police, Fire and Crime Commissioners (PFCCs) are already delivering efficient and effective fire and rescue services in parts of Englan …

Mental health inquiry calls for sustainable funding and a focus on prevention

Sustainable funding and a focus on prevention are necessary to meet the lasting impact of the pandemic on the nation’s mental health, according to a report published today by the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC). The APCC’s Menta …

Marc Jones named as new chair of the APCC

Marc Jones, the elected Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for Lincolnshire, has today been voted in as Chair of the APCC at our Annual General Meeting. He said: "It is a huge honour to be taking on the role of Chair, particularly after what has be …

PCCs call for a new statutory duty requiring agencies to prevent Violence Against Women and Girls

APCC Victims Leads Sophie Linden and Donna Jones said: “It is tragic that it took the murder of Sarah Everard for society to recognise that violence against women and girls is an epidemic in this country. "PCCs said at the time that a fundamental ch …

As society slowly returns to normal, all services must work together to support the most vulnerable

Marc Jones, Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners, said: “As HMICFRS’ State of Policing report testifies, whilst lockdowns saw more traditional acquisitive crimes decrease last year, this did not equate to a reduction in overall …

Government launches new Beating Crime Plan

Marc Jones, Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners and PCC for Lincolnshire said: “Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) welcome the Government’s new plan, published today, to reduce crime, protect victims and keep our communitie …

Government's review into the role of PCCs: Part Two

Responding to the announcement of Part Two of the Review, APCC Chair Marc Jones said: “Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) welcome Part Two of the Government’s review into the role of PCCs, which was launched on Wednesday (27 July). “PCCs have en …

It is alarming that victims are losing faith in the criminal justice system

A survey published today suggests less than half of victims would report to the police again based on their experience of the justice system. APCC Joint Victims' Leads Donna Jones and Sophie Linden said: “Increasing victims’ confidence is a critical …

APCC reacts to the sentencing of Wayne Couzens

Hampshire PCC Donna Jones, one of two APCC Victims Leads, has reacted to the sentencing of Wayne Couzens today. She said: “Our thoughts and prayers today are with Sarah’s family and friends. Their lives have been forever destroyed by the actions of …

'First and foremost policing must ensure its own house is in order'

Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) welcome today’s announcement of an independent inquiry which will look at the events which preceded Sarah Everard’s murder, and identify what needs to change to rebuild public trust. Joint APCC Victims Leads Sop …

The importance of tackling gambling addiction as well as drugs and alcohol to prevent crime

The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners has welcomed plans to expand drug testing on arrest, and alcohol tagging on prison release, to prevent reoffending. Dorset PCC David Sidwick and Durham PCC Joy Allen are the APCC’s Joint Leads for it …

Tackling anti-social behaviour is not just a job for the police

Earlier this year, the Beating Crime Plan detailed the Government’s commitment to reduce crime, protect victims, and keep our communities safe. A new report sets out how Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) across the country are committed to workin …

Survey finds people are assured about the effectiveness of the firearms licensing regime

An APCC survey has found that people across England and Wales are broadly assured about the effectiveness of the firearms licensing regime. With some commentators calling for additional restrictions on firearms and shotgun ownership following the re …

Making football more financially viable by increasing alcohol consumption 'surely not the answer'

Police and Crime Commissioners have expressed concern at the potential for a ban on drinking while watching football matches to be relaxed. The Fan-Led Review of Football Governance, published today, recommends “a series of small scale, limited, pil …

APCC Impact Report 2020/21

The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners has published its annual Impact Report, setting out how the organisation and PCCs have been making a difference over the past year. APCC Chair Marc Jones writes: “There has been an injection of energ …

PCCs: 'This Christmas will feel that bit more special. Don’t over-indulge on the alcohol and ruin it.'

After Covid curtailed many celebrations last year, elected Police and Crime Commissioners across England and Wales are urging people to show restraint and drink safely this Christmas. The APCC’s Addictions and Substance Misuse Leads PCC David Sidwic …

APCC portfolio welcome to Policing Minister letter on new measures to protect shopworkers

The APCC welcomes action to protect retail workers after Policing Minister Kit Malthouse confirmed this week that the Government has tabled an amendment to the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill, to ensure that the current aggravating factor, …

How PCCs will support policing to end violence against women and girls

The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners has welcomed the publication of policing’s plans to improve its response to violence against women and girls (VAWG). Responding to the launch of the National Police Chiefs’ Council-College of Policin …

APCC Violence Against Women and Girls Summit

APCC Joint Victims’ Leads Donna Jones and Sophie Linden comment on the APCC Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Summit: “Today’s successful VAWG Summit gave us all an important opportunity to affirm our commitment to tackling violence against wo …

Tougher UK gambling regulation needed to protect communities

The Government must toughen up regulations on the gambling industry to help protect communities and vulnerable people from gambling-related harm, councils and Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) are urging today.  Ahead of the publication of the G …

Rape victims are still being failed by the criminal justice system

Inspectors from HM Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) and HM Crown Prosecution Service Inspectorate (HMCPSI) have published their findings following a joint inspection of the police and Crown Prosecution Service’s r …

APCC Violence Against Women and Girls Action Plan 2022-23

APCC Violence Against Women and Girls Action Plan 2022-23 Joint APCC Victims Leads Donna Jones and Sophie Linden said: “Today we publish our Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC) Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Action Plan. …

APCC Business Crime Lead responds to 2021 Commercial Victimisation Survey

“The 2021 Commercial Victimisation Survey publication was issued yesterday and is a stark reminder that businesses are experiencing high volumes of crime including theft, assaults, threats and robbery,” said Sussex PCC and APCC Lead on Business Crime …

NPCC & CoP VAWG Outcomes and performance framework

National Police Chiefs Council and College of Policing’s Violence Against Women and Girls Outcomes and performance framework Joint APCC Victims Leads Donna Jones and Sophie Linden said: “We welcome the joint National Police Chiefs Council and Colle …

New data sharing agreement to boost partnership working

New data sharing agreement to boost partnership working The Youth Justice Board (YJB) and the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC) have agreed to share information on the ethnicity of children in contact with the youth justice system …

Crime Reporting – National Public Survey

Help shape the future of reporting crime by completing the Police Contact Survey The APCC Local Policing Portfolio has launched a national survey designed to understand more about the public’s experience when contacting their local police forces.  …

Fire Reform White Paper

Joint statement from APCC Fire & Emergency Service Collaboration Lead PFCC Stephen Mold & Deputy Lead PCC Joy Allen:   “We want to pay tribute to the contribution that those in the fire and rescue services make, often going above and beyond …

New performance tables show how quickly police forces answer 999 calls

Home Office press release: New league tables show how quickly police forces answer 999 calls Answering times for 999 calls across all UK police forces published for the first time Publishing these league tables delivers on commitment in the Beati …

HMICFRS Expectations for Police Custody report published

HMICFRS has published their report on Expectations for Police Custody.  The report sets out the inspection criteria for assessing the treatment of and conditions for detainees in custody and includes recommendations put forward by PCCs. In a statem …

PCCs encourage closer partnership working to tackle drug misuse

Earlier today (15 June), a panel of PCCs appeared before the Home Affairs Select Committee where they stressed the importance of partnership working and evidence-based learning to tackle drug misuse and reduce harm. Dorset PCC David Sidwick, North W …

Criminal Justice Leads welcome new laws to make streets safer

The Government has announced a raft of new laws which come into effect today, Tuesday 28 June, in a bid to better protect the public and make our streets safer.  In response to the announcement, APCC Criminal Justice Leads, Emily Spurrell and David …

Tackling Drug Related Crime – Getting It Right For Future Generations

Tackling Drug Related Crime – Getting It Right For Future Generations Joy Allen, Joint Addictions & Substance Misuse Lead and PCC for Durham. David Sidwick, Joint Addictions & Substance Misuse Lead and PCC for Dorset. The use of illegal dr …

Response to police pay announcement

APCC Chair, Marc Jones said: “Police officers work tirelessly to protect the public and Police and Crime Commissioners are pleased that today’s pay award rightly recognises some of the challenges they are facing because of increases to the cost of li …

Calls to prioritise retail crime

In an open letter addressed to all PCCs across England and Wales, the British Retail Consortium expressed their concern for rising reports of violence, abuse and anti-social behaviour partly linked to shoplifting. The letter references the new amend …

VAWG progress report published

The NPCC has today, Thursday 8 September, released their Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) progress report which outlines the progress made to tackle VAWG across England and Wales over the last year. The progress report covers work underway ac …

Prioritisation of burglary crime

Joint Local Policing Leads response on the prioritsation of burglary crime, as some forces announce their commitment to attend all domestic burglaries.  The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners Joint Local Policing Leads and Police and Crim …

Response to IOPC Annual Death Statistics Report

The Independent Office of Police Complaints (IOPC) has today, 28 September, published its annual data on deaths during or following police contact. The data provides valuable insight and opportunity for learning about the circumstances behind deaths …

Victims Bill must be strengthened

Response to Justice Committee report pre-legislative scrutiny of the draft Victims Bill Joint APCC Leads for Victims Donna Jones and Sophie Linden, said: “We welcome the Justice Select Committee’s Pre-legislative scrutiny of the draft Victims Bill …

Police to attend all home burglaries

Police chiefs' have today, Wednesday 5 October, announced that police will attend all home burglaries.  In response to the announcement, APCC Chair Marc Jones, said: “We welcome the decision taken by police chiefs which will see police attend all h …

Recorded hate crime on the rise

Official statistics released today, Thursday 6 October, show there were 155,841 hate crimes recorded by the police in England and Wales (2021-2022), a 24 per cent increase compared with the previous year.   The majority of hate crimes were racially …

National Lead supports Business Crime Week of Action

APCC Business Crime Lead and Sussex Police and Crime Commissioner, Katy Bourne, is lending her support to the National Business Crime Week of Action. The week, led by the National Police Chiefs’ Council, runs from 17-24 October and sees police force …

Addictions Lead warns of dangers of loot boxes

Addictions and Substance Misuse Lead is calling for better regulations of in-app features in video games following serious concerns that they normalise gambling for children. The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners Joint Addictions and Sub …

Fraud Lead calls for extensive review of fraud governance

APCC Lead on Fraud and Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Mark Shelford has called for clarity around fraud governance following the publication of a ‘Progress on Fraud’ National Audit Office (NAO) report released today, Tuesday 15 November.  The r …

PCCs mark White Ribbon Day

Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) across England and Wales are marking White Ribbon Day today, Friday 25 November.  White Ribbon Day is an annual event that marks the United Nation’s International Day for the elimination of violence against wome …

Victims Lead responds to Op Soteria report

APCC Joint Lead on Victims has responded to an independent report released by the Government on the first year of the policing aspects of Operation Soteria.  Operation Soteria is a unique police and CPS programme to develop new operating models for …

Additional funding to protect domestic abuse victims welcomed

The Home Office has committed up to £18 million a year over the next two years towards the next phase of the Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Intervention Fund.  The funding will enable police and crime commissioners (PCCs) to increase the availability of …

Safer Streets fund is building confidence in police

The Home Office has today, Wednesday 11 January, released their findings from the evaluation of the first round of Safer Streets funding.  To date, £120 million has been awarded enabling PCCs to invest in local initiatives alongside partners to impr …

Chair response to David Carrick case

APCC Chair Marc Jones, said: “My thoughts and deepest sympathies go out to the victims and their families affected by the monstruous crimes of this man. I am angered and saddened that anyone, let alone a serving police officer, could commit such hein …

Review into drug driving samples concluded

A review into Synlab Laboratory Services Limited’s (Synlab) analysis of drug driving samples, specifically Section 5A Road Traffic Act toxicology testing for controlled drugs, has now concluded.  The review was led by the National Police Chiefs’ Cou …

Tougher measures introduced to protect women and girls

Domestic abusers will face tags and tougher management under new measures to protect women and girls announced by the Home Office today, Monday 20 February.  The new proposals have been introduced to protect women and girls from harassment, aggressi …

Calls for police action to tackle violence against retail staff

A survey conducted by the British Retail Consortium (BRC) shows an increasing pattern of violence and abuse towards retail workers in the UK, almost double that of pre-pandemic levels, including significant rises in violence and shop theft.  Finding …

Response to Nitrous Oxide review

On 6 March 2023 the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs (ACMD) published its harms assessment report on nitrous oxide following calls for the Home Secretary and PCCs to review the harms associated with the drug.  In response to the report, APCC …

Changes to national forensic contracts

The NPCC has revealed upcoming changes to the way policing manages forensic science contracts and other commercial functions across England and Wales following a joint review. From the start of April 2023, five national frameworks and dynamic purcha …

Response to Baroness Casey report

APCC Chair Marc Jones said: “This report makes for difficult and distressing reading and will undoubtably shake the very foundations of the public’s trust and confidence in policing across the board. "As the public’s representatives to policing we w …

APCC response to Anti-Social Behaviour Action Plan

Commenting on the publication of the Government's Anti-Social Behaviour Action Plan, APCC Joint Local Policing Leads, Steve Turner and Jeff Cuthbert, said: “Anti-social behaviour has a devastating impact on victims and communities and we welcome ma …

HMICFRS report: Values and culture in fire and rescue services

Emergency Service Collaboration Lead PFCC Stephen Mold & Deputy Lead PCC Joy Allen, said: “We are genuinely concerned about the findings in this report which sets out shocking levels of unacceptable behaviour and attitudes in the fire sector. “ …

BLOG: “Serious and organised crime harms us all”

Newly appointed Joint APCC Lead for Serious and Organised Crime and Deputy Mayor of Greater Manchester, Kate Green, discusses importance of multi-agency approach in tackling serious and organised crime. Kate Green shares the role with Hampshire Polic …

More rigorous checks for fire and rescue employees

Fire and rescue authorities will be able to carry out a new level of criminal record checks for all employees, helping drive up standards and protect the public and fellow staff, under new plans announced by the government. Currently staff are only …

Progress review published into force vetting standards

Today, Thursday 11 May, His Majesty's Inspector of Constabulary has published a letter to the Home Secretary setting out the progress police forces have made so far against the 43 recommendations in their November 2022 vetting, misogyny and misconduc …

First VAWG Threat Assessment published

Police Chiefs have today, Thursday 18 May, issued the first ever national threat assessment of crimes posing the most danger to women and girls.  The assessment outlines the greatest threats to women and girls and is a key step in the police respons …

Funding boost for women's diversion services

The Ministry of Justice have announced a £15 million government funding boost to ensure thousands more vulnerable women caught up in crime will benefit from drug, housing and employment support to get their lives back on track.  The investment has b …

APCC response to HMICFRS State of Policing Report 2022

APCC Chair, Marc Jones said: “This report rightly recognises some of the key challenges that all policing leaders face in repairing trust with the public. Confidence is fundamental to our policing system and something that Police and Crime Commissio …

Reforms for police leadership welcomed

The College of Policing have today published new national leadership standards to support professional development across policing.  The new standards set out the knowledge and understanding, skills and behaviours that officers, staff and volunteers …

HMICFRS report on police performance

In a new report, His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) has highlighted police forces’ progress in recording crime, increasing from an estimated 80.5 per cent of all crime being recorded in 2014 to 92.4 pe …

Improving rape outcomes for victims

An innovative new approach to investigating rape and other serious sexual offences is being rolled out across all forces following successful pilots.  Known as Operation Soteria and piloted in 19 police forces and 9 Crown Prosecution Areas already, …

Pay award announced for police

The Government has today, Thursday 13 July, accepted the recommendations put forward by the Police Remuneration Review Body (PRRB) awarding police officers a 7 per cent increase in pay.   The PRRB also considered proposals for a new pay structure fo …

Police to save 1 million officer hours with new mental health approach

Right Care Right Person to be adopted by forces in England and Wales as toolkit and national partnership agreement launched. As a national partnership agreement is today (26 July 2023) signed, police forces across England will begin rolling out a ne …

First report on police race action plan published

The Independent Scrutiny Oversight Board (ISOB) Annual Report has today, Tuesday 8 August published their first report into the Police Race Action Plan. The ‘Police Race Action Plan: ISOB Annual Report’ highlights how the structure of the Race Actio …

Tech companies must prioritise safety of children

Donna Jones, Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners and Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, is calling for tech companies to prioritise the safety of children over the privacy of their users. Conce …

Humberside PCC Appears Before Health Committee

Humberside Police and Crime Commissioner Jonathan Evison appeared before the Health and Social Care Committee this week (Tuesday 19 September) where he gave evidence on the police response to mental health crises and the Right Care Right Person (RCRP …

Findings of BBC investigation into TikTok ‘deeply concerning’

Donna Jones, Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners and Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight has described the findings of the BBC investigation into TikTok’s algorithms as ‘deeply concerning’. The in …

APCC Representatives Attend Number 10 Middle East Roundtable

APCC Chair Donna Jones and Chief Executive Phillip Golding attended a roundtable meeting at 10 Downing Street this week (Thursday 12 October) centred around the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, its impact on Jewish and Muslim communities in Brita …

Response to the appointment of an Interim Victims' Commissioner

The Ministry of Justice has announced the appointment of Baroness Newlove as the Interim Victims’ Commissioner.   Sophie Linden, APCC Joint Lead for Victims has welcomed the appointment:   “With the Victims and Prisoners Bill reaching a critical st …

Appointment of an Interim Victims' Commissioner

The Ministry of Justice has announced the appointment of Baroness Newlove as the Interim Victims’ Commissioner. In response, APCC Joint Lead for Victims, Caroline Henry said:  “Baroness Newlove is a passionate and experienced campaigner with a prov …

APCC responds on plans to ban the sale and use of nitrous oxide from November

APCC Addictions & Substance Misuse Leads, Durham PCC Joy Allen and Dorset PCC David Sidwick, have welcomed the Government’s announcement that possession of nitrous oxide is to be illegal from November.   “We are delighted this legislation is bei …

APCC comment on County Lines Intensification Week 9th to 15th October

The APCC Joint Serious Organised Crime and Specialist Capabilities Leads commented as follows: Donna Jones said: “County Lines drugs networks are responsible for serious violence in our communities and must be tackled robustly. Without intervention …

Launch of Pegasus

With the support and endorsement of the Policing Minister and Home Office, the APCC's Lead for Business and Retail Crime, Katy Bourne OBE, has convened a business and police partnership called Pegasus. The initiative is a business and policing partn …

APCC Chair responds to the judge’s decision to lift anonymity for the firearms officer charged with the murder of Chris Kaba

APCC Chair responds to the judge’s decision, announced today, to lift anonymity for the firearms officer charged with the murder of Chris Kaba Donna Jones, Chair of the APCC and Police and Crime for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight: “The judge’s dec …

APCC Chair sets out priorities to deliver safer communities

Addressing the APCC and NPCC national Summit (15-16 November), delivered in collaboration with the College of Policing, the APCC Chair set out her vision for the reform of policing and criminal justice, and reiterated the role of PCCs as policing lea …

APCC chair opens the APCC & NPCC Partnership Summit 2023

Reforming policing to deliver safer communities Welcome to the annual National Policing Conference. It’s a pleasure to open today with fellow Chair, CC Gavin Stephens. Over the next two days we will look at how best to ‘reform policing to deliver sa …

APCC Chair, Donna Jones, comments on the Policing Productivity Review published today

APCC Chair, Donna Jones, comments on the Policing Productivity Review published today: “This is an important and timely report, both because the pressures on policing are growing, and because the means to combat crime are advancing exponentially. “ …

APCC response to deaths being linked to street drugs stronger than heroin

Following data from the National Crime Agency showing that 54 deaths have been linked to synthetic opioids since June 2023, APCC Addictions & Substance Misuse Leads, Dorset PCC David Sidwick and Durham PCC Joy Allen, said: “We are deeply saddene …

ONS stats reveal a rise in drug-related deaths

In response to Office for National Statistics (ONS) figures reporting a rise in drug-related deaths for 2022, APCC Joint Addictions and Substance Misuse Leads and Police and Crime Commissioners, David Sidwick and Joy Allen said: “These are sobering …

Response from APCC Chair to NPCC police integrity screening data

Responding to publication of NPCC police integrity screening data, Chair of the APCC, Donna Jones said: "This is a vital exercise in providing the public with the assurance they need on the quality and integrity of our police. We know all too well …

APCC Lead comments on the British Retail Consortium’s Crime Survey Report

According to the British Retail Consortium’s (BRC) Crime Survey report published today, violence and abuse against retail workers soared last year, with the latest figures revealing that the number of incidents rose to 1,300 per day in 2022/23 from a …

Statement from APCC Chair, Donna Jones, in response to the Angiolini Inquiry Part 1 Report

Responding to the publication today of the Angiolini Inquiry Part 1 Report, Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners, Donna Jones said: “The findings in Lady Elish Angiolini’s report are shocking and, as a woman, deeply disturbing. …

APCC supports International Women’s Day 2024

Today marks International Women’s Day 2024. The event is an opportunity to celebrate the huge social, cultural and political achievements of women across the globe while demanding greater awareness and action for gender parity.  APCC Chair Donna Jon …

APCC Chair becomes signatory to new Police Industry Charter

APCC Chair Donna Jones has become a signatory to a new Police and Industry Charter which sets out foundational principles upon which the policing sector and industry partners collectively agree to adhere as they work together to design and deliver ef …

APCC responds to the announcement that new synthetic opioids have been banned by the government

Following today’s Home Office announcement that new synthetic opioids are now under the strictest controls, in line with fentanyl, to prevent drug-related deaths in the UK and ensure anyone caught supplying these substances faces tough penalties, APC …

APCC Chair responds to Home Secretary's statement on police misconduct and investigations + review of the IOPC

Responding to the publication of the Home Secretary’s statement to Parliament on police misconduct and investigations, along with Dr Gillian Fairfield’s independent review of the Independent Office for Police Conduct, APCC Chair, Donna Jones said: “ …

APCC Transparency Leads respond to Home Secretary's statement on police misconduct and investigations

In response to a Written Ministerial Statement on police misconduct and investigations: Giles Orpen-Smellie and Alison Lowe, APCC portfolio leads for Police Transparency and Accountability: “We are concerned that the government’s plans are only now …

APCC Mental Health Lead marks the start of Mental Health Awareness Week

To mark the start of mental Health Awareness Week (13-19 May), APCC mental health lead Lisa Townsend, said: “Mental health is a key priority for all Police and Crime Commissioners, and Mental Health Awareness Week allows us to share local resources …

APCC Leads on Roads Policing and Transport support annual RoadPeace week of action highlighting road deaths and injury

To mark the annual RoadPeace Challenge 2024 (13-19 May), APCC Leads on Roads Policing and Transport, Lisa Townsend and Joy Allen, said: “We are delighted to show our support for the fourth RoadPeace Challenge week of action as it aims to raise publ …

National Audit Office report makes for worrying reading

An NAO report published today has concluded that the Ministry of Justice’s ambition to reduce the record high Crown Court backlog of 67,573 cases to 53,000 by March 2025 is no longer achievable. The “Reducing the backlog in the Crown Court” report fi …

APCC Launches Guidance on Preventing Deaths in Custody

The APCC has published guidance to support the prevention of deaths which occur in police custody and apparent suicides shortly following release. This guidance provides useful advice, recommendations, and case studies that, where possible, are suppo …

APCC CHAIR'S STATEMENT ON THE KING'S SPEECH

In response to the government's policing and criminal justice legislative plans as laid out in the King's Speech, APCC Chair Donna Jones said the following on behalf of Police and Crime Commissioners: “As Chair of the APCC I appreciate the focus on …

APCC response to HMICFRS State of Policing Report 2023

Statement from Donna Jones, Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC) on His Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Constabulary’s annual State of Policing report for 2023: “The Chief Inspector of Constabulary’s findings that too many …

APCC Chair praises officers tackling violent disorder

Donna Jones, Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC), and Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight: “I wish to thank the brave police officers who have helped to keep our communities safe foll …

STATEMENT FROM APCC SERIOUS VIOLENCE LEADS ON "ZOMBIE" KNIFE SURRENDER SCHEME

Possession of any “zombie-style” knife or machete will be a criminal offence in England and Wales from 24 September, as will their manufacture, importation, sale and general supply. Ahead of the ban’s introduction, the Home Office is running a scheme …

APCC comment on Victims' Commissioner's report on anti-social behaviour

The Victims’ Commissioner for England and Wales, Baroness Newlove, has today published “Still living a nightmare: Understanding the experiences of victims of anti-social behaviour” on the damaging impact on victims of persistent anti-social behaviour …

About the APCC

  The APCC Strategic Plan was developed in close consultation with its membership and wider partners to ensure that it truly reflects the organisations key priorities. It sets out how the APCC will deliver for PCCs over the year. DOWNLOAD APCC …

APCC response to police inspectorate's report on activism and impartiality in policing

Following publication of HMICFRS’s inspection report on activism and impartiality in policing, the APCC’s Joint Leads on Transparency and Accountability, Alison Lowe OBE and Rupert Matthews, said: “The principle of police impartiality is vital, shou …

APCC response to announcement on rollout of Neighbourhood Policing Pathway training

In response to a government announcement that specialist training for neighbourhood police officers and police community support officers is to be rolled out nationwide, APCC Joint Leads on Local Policing, Chris Nelson and Matt Storey, said: “Neighb …

APCC BACKS POLICE WEEK OF ACTION ON SPIKING AS UNIVERSITY FRESHERS' WEEK STARTS

In support of a week of action that will see police forces across the country carry out patrols and visits to student campuses to raise awareness of spiking during freshers’ week, APCC Joint Leads on Addictions and Substance Abuse, David Sidwick and …

APCC comments on inspectorate's report on policing anti-social behaviour

Following publication of a report by His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary, Fire and Rescue Services into the policing response to anti-social behaviour, the APCC's Joint Leads on Local Policing, Matt Story and Chris Nelson, said: “It is encour …

APCC statement in support of Safer Business Action Week

Safer Business Action Week takes place each year to deliver a nationally coordinated range of crime prevention activities and raise awareness of the impact of crime and anti-social behaviour in retail settings. It provides an opportunity for Business …

APCC comment on statistics on deaths following police contact

The Independent Office for Police Conduct has published its annual statistics on deaths during or following police contact for the year March 2023 to 2024. Compared to the previous year, the number of deaths in police custody has increased by one to …

APCC comment on the announcement of an independent review of sentencing

“Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) broadly support the sentencing review. Sentencing should protect the public, punish the offender, and rehabilitate them to prevent future crime, whilst assuring the public that sentences handed down by the court …

APCC Statement: Home Secretary Statement on Police Accountability

In response to the Home Secretary’s announcement today regarding police accountability, APCC Chair Emily Spurrell said: “We welcome today’s announcement by the Home Secretary. In her statement to MPs, she acknowledged how challenging it is being a f …

APCC statement in response to the Budget

Responding to announcements on public sector funding for policing and criminal justice contained in the Chancellor's Budget statement, the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners' Finance Leads, Roger Hirst and Joy Allen, said: “We appreciate …

Guidance, toolkits and notable practice

Here you will find some of the latest guidance and toolkits for PCCs and their offices. There are more guidance documents in the members area. To log in, press the members login button at the foot of the page.  Police and Crime Commissioner Guidance …

APCC statement marking the start of Anti-Social Behaviour Awareness Week

The APCC is supporting Anti-Social Behaviour Awareness Week, held annually by the charity, Resolve ASB. The week brings together government, policing, councils, and communities to raise awareness of the impact of anti-social behaviour (ASB) and promo …

APCC Chair opens the APCC & NPCC Partnership Summit 2024

Global risks and local responses – positive policing for the future Good morning and a very warm welcome to the APCC NPCC Summit. I am very proud to be opening this event alongside the NPCC Chair Gavin Stephens after taking over as Chair of the A …

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APCC and NPCC Partnership Summit 2022 #policeconf22

APCC / NPCC Partnership Summit, 'Cutting Crime, Building Confidence', was held in Westminster on the 9 and 10 November. The event brought together senior police officers, Police and Crime Commissioners, politicians, including the Home Secretary, Sha …

APCC and NPCC Partnership Summit 2023 #policeconf23

Donna Jones, APCC Chair: “The Annual Partnership Summit is a hugely important event in the policing calendar, bringing together the senior leaders across policing and criminal justice to discuss and shape solutions to some of the most complex issu …

Elections 2021

ELECTION RESULTS 2024 An asterisk denotes a new Commissioner or Mayor. Police and Crime Commissioners Avon and Somerset - Clare Moody (Labour)*Bedfordshire - John Tizard (Labour)*Cambridgeshire - Darryl Preston (Conservative)Cheshire - John Dw …

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Joint statement on chief officer recruitment and tenure

Association of Police and Crime Commissioners Chair, Mark Burns-Williamson PCC, said: “I am pleased that a roundtable meeting has been convened between the APCC, NPCC, College of Policing and relevant partners to discuss a range of issues in relatio …

APCC response to NAO financial sustainability of police forces report

Responding to the National Audit Office report on the financial sustainability of police forces, APCC Chair, Mark Burns-Williamson PCC said: “The National Audit Office rightly raises the issue of the financial stability and sustainability of policin …

APCC welcomes Victim Strategy and Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme review

Responding to the publication of the Government’s Victims Strategy, APCC Victims Lead, Dame Vera Baird PCC, said: “We welcome the Government’s Victims Strategy and the vision for a justice system that supports more victims to come forward by giving …

APCC welcomes productive engagement with charitable foundations

After welcoming representatives from a range of national charities engaged with policing and criminal justice for a meeting about co-operation to deliver shared priorities,  APCC Chief Executive Susannah Hancock said: “This was an excellent and prod …

APCC Victims Lead and Deputy Lead comment on HM Inspectorate of Probation CRCs report

APCC Victims Lead, Dame Vera Baird QC said: “This report provides further evidence of the need for a radical overhaul to how offender management is provided to ensure that vulnerable victims receive the protection they need and that offenders are gi …

APCC Road Safety Lead responds to latest road casualty figures

The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners’ road safety lead has called for greater efforts to reduce the number of deaths on British roads after figures showed there had been no reduction in fatalities in a year. PCC Alison Hernandez welcome …

APCC welcomes support for vulnerable children through Trusted Relationships Fund

APCC Victims Lead, Dame Vera Baird QC PCC said: “This is good progress and very welcome. Many Police and Crime Commissioners have joined in the national forum to tackle CSE/A led by my deputy Marc Jones. The right way to tackle this appalling issue …

APCC Lead responds to unacceptable sexual harassment in police

Responding to UNISON’s ‘Time to Stamp Out Sexual Harassment in the Police’ report, APCC Portfolio Lead for Transparency and Integrity, Julia Mulligan PCC said: “I was disappointed to see that there still seems to be a problem with police personnel a …

APCC Leads to share learning at roundtable with Ministers for Rough Sleeping Strategy

APCC National Leads commenting on the Rough Sleeping Strategy, published today, said: “The Government’s Rough Sleeping Strategy, published today, is an important recognition of the need for a strong partnership approach across public services, busin …

Measures to crack down on serious violence announced – APCC response

Ahead of the Home Secretary’s speech in which he is set to announce a series of measures to help crack down on serious violence, APCC Chair, Mark Burns-Williamson PCC said: “Police and Crime Commissioners are currently helping to shape future partne …

World Mental Health Day: Blog from APCC Mental Health Lead on the issues young people face #WMHD2018

Blog from Matthew Scott, APCC Mental Health Lead and Kent PCC: Earlier this year, in one of the biggest youth engagement exercises of its kind, almost 7,000 young people from more than 100 schools across Kent, told me their experiences of cyber-bull …

APCC Victims Lead (Dame Vera Baird QC) and Deputy Victims Lead (Marc Jones) write to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) following the recent Violence against Women Girls (VWAG) Report

A letter has been sent to Alison Saunders, Director of Public Prosecutions, raising concerns about the reduction in rape prosecutions, recently highlighted in the Crown Prosecution Services’ (CPS) VAWG Crime report and on the current disclosure requi …

APCC Lead on Hate Crime says #NO2HATE

On the eve of Hate Crime Awareness Week 2018 (13-20 October 2018), Hardyal Dhindsa, the APCC Lead on Hate Crime and PCC for Derbyshire, shares his thoughts in the following blog As we head into Hate Crime Awareness Week my mind turns to the dreadful …

Philip Seccombe, APCC Fire and Emergency Services Collaboration Lead

“As APCC Fire and Emergency Services Collaboration Lead, I have studied with interest the Home Office’s latest publication of Fire and Rescue data, including year-end figures for 2017/18. The data indicates a long-term downward trend in the number o …

PRTB Chair welcomes funding for police transformation

Responding to the Home Office announcement of funding awarded through the Police Transformation Fund, David Lloyd PCC, Chair of the Police Reform and Transformation Board, said: “The Board welcomes the further investment in policing that has been co …

APCC Leads respond to latest figures on deaths in police custody

Responding to Independent Office for Police Conduct figures on deaths during or following police contact for 2017/18, APCC Lead for Transparency and Integrity, Julia Mulligan PCC said: “The fact that deaths in or following police custody are at thei …

APCC Workforce Lead responds to police pay award for 2018-9

Responding to today’s announcement of the police pay award for 2018-19, APCC Workforce Lead Ron Hogg said: “This pay award for police officers is the least that could have been expected for their hard work to keep our communities safe, often going a …

APCC Performance Lead on today’s ONS police recorded crime statistics

Responding to the publication of the Office for National Statistics’ (ONS) figures on police recorded crime, Matthew Scott, the APCC Performance Lead, said: “The public will be alarmed that police recorded crime continues to rise, up 13% across Engl …

APCC statement following judgement in the Sir Cliff Richard case

Responding to today’s Sir Cliff Richard judgement, APCC Victims Lead, Dame Vera Baird QC said:  “We welcome today’s judgement in which Mr Justice Mann appears to endorse the general principle that a suspect has a reasonable expectation of privacy in …

Democracy, Policing and PCCs – National Democracy Week 2018

As we mark 2018 National Democracy Week, I am reminded again of the core democratic purpose of my role as a Police and Crime Commissioner. The model of British policing, envied around the world, has always been at its best when defined by the establ …

APCC Victims Lead, Dame Vera Baird QC, welcomes the Government’s Female Offenders Strategy

Commenting on the strategy, Dame Vera said: “Female offenders are some of the most vulnerable members of society; they often have complex needs and may live with mental health issues, substance use, domestic abuse, homelessness, poor education and u …

APCC comments on Road Safety Management Capacity Review

The APCC lead for road safety, Alison Hernandez, has welcomed the publication of an independent strategic assessment of road safety commissioned by the Government and re-confirms the offer from Police and Crime Commissioners to work with Government t …

APCC backs upskirting legislation

Responding to news that the Government is to introduce a Bill this week to make upskirting a specific criminal offence, APCC Victims Lead, Dame Vera Baird QC PCC said: “We welcome the news that the Government is to introduce a Bill this Thursday to …

APCC supports National Neighbourhood Watch Week

Neighbourhood Watch is providing new, practical information and help for its members to support the police in the detection and reduction of high-harm crimes. This week will see Neighbourhood Watch volunteers across England and Wales prepare to cele …

APCC Chair statement - Grenfell Anniversary

APCC Chair and PCC for Hertfordshire, David Lloyd said:  “Today our thoughts are with the victims, survivors and the families of those affected by the tragic fire at Grenfell Tower last year.  “We also remember the firefighters, ambulance teams and …

APCC welcomes new funding for breathalyser technology

Responding to the announcement that the Government is to provide funding to bring new mobile breathalyser technology to the market, Alison Hernandez, APCC Road Safety Lead and PCC for Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly said: “We welcome all mea …

Ferrers Award to recognise role of OPCC volunteers

Nominations for the annual Lord Ferrers awards, which open today, will for the first time include a specific category recognising the exceptional contribution of OPCC (Office of Police and Crime Commissioner) volunteers in policing. APCC Lead for Ci …

APCC Road Safety Lead welcomes motorway lessons for learner drivers

Responding to the law change allowing learner drivers in England, Wales and Scotland to have lessons on the motorway, Alison Hernandez, APCC Road Safety Lead and PCC for Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly said: “I very much welcome the change i …

APCC Chair welcomes announcement of Front Line Review

Responding to the Home Secretary’s speech to the Police Federation and news that the Home Office is to launch a Front Line Review into policing, APCC Chair David Lloyd said: “I was extremely encouraged by the tone of the Home Secretary’s speech to t …

Report highlights challenges policing faces in delivering neighbourhood policing

Responding to the publication of the Future of Neighbourhood Policing report published by the Police Foundation, APCC Lead for Local Policing and Partnerships, Keith Hunter PCC said: “I welcome this study by the Police Foundation which highlights th …

Tribute to former PCC Bill Longmore

APCC Chair David Lloyd said: “Bill was a strong, independent voice among PCCs and had a natural ability to bring different groups together to do the best for West Mercia. “I’m very sad to hear of his death and I know fellow PCCs across the country …

APCC Road Safety Lead on National Speed Awareness Course report

Alison Hernandez, APCC Road Safety Lead and PCC for Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly said: “Road safety is a key priority for Police and Crime Commissioners. It is one of the key issues raised by the public and accidents on our roads have a s …

APCC Leads on Equality, Diversity and Human Rights Meet Young Review Chair

On Friday 27th April 2018, David Munro, the APCC Lead on Equality, Diversity and Human Rights (EDHR) and Hardyal Dhindsa, the Deputy Lead on EDHR, met with Baroness Young of Hornsey and Dale Simon CBE, to discuss the Young Review Race Equality Audit  …

Statistical Bulletin on Crime in England and Wales – APCC response

Collaboration: Breaking Down Barriers to Efficient and Effective Working

This week I was delighted to be able to Chair a conference focused on emergency services collaboration – bringing together senior representatives across fire, health, police and coastguards. This was a valuable opportunity to take stock on the curren …

APCC Chair joins Serious Violence Taskforce

Responding to today’s announcement of the membership of new cross-party taskforce to take action against violent crime, APCC Chair David Lloyd said: “The serious violence taskforce has a fundamental role in driving forward and delivering on commitme …

APCC committed to working with Home Office and local partners to tackle serious violent crime

The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners’ Chair PCC David Lloyd has welcomed the UK Government’s Serious Violence Strategy as an “important and necessary step” in the drive locally and nationally to address the recent rise in violent crime. …

APCC response to HMICFRS Police Effectiveness 2017 report

Responding to the HMICFRS ‘PEEL: Police Effectiveness 2017’ report, APCC lead for Performance Matthew Scott said: “This is another positive report for policing, which highlights that the majority of police forces are performing effectively. “Howeve …

PCCs best-placed to oversee probation

Ahead of his appearance in front of the Justice Committee tomorrow, Association of Police and Crime Commissioners Chair and Criminal Justice lead, David Lloyd, is calling for PCCs to be given real oversight and accountability of local criminal justic …

APCC response to new domestic abuse sentencing guidance

Responding to new guidance on domestic abuse from the Sentencing Council, APCC Victims Lead Dame Vera Baird QC PCC said: “This change in emphasis in the way that Courts will treat sentencing which involved domestic abuse is to be welcomed as the new …

APCC calls for upskirting to become specific sexual offence

Responding to news today that campaigners are calling for upskirting to made a criminal offence, APCC Victims Lead, Dame Vera Baird QC PCC said: “Last August the APCC called for new legislation to tackle the invasive and appalling practice of upskir …

APCC calls for inquiry to look at all sides of disclosure

The APCC has welcomed the Justice Committee’s inquiry into disclosure in criminal trials and has criticised recent failures of prosecution disclosure.  However, it has urged the committee to also inquire into the issue of whether there is inappropria …

APCC Alcohol and Drugs Lead welcomes report from West Midlands PCC on local drugs policy

APCC National Lead for Alcohol and Substance Misuse Hardyal Dhindsa welcomes report from West Midlands PCC on local drugs policy: “With drug-related deaths at a record high, this week’s report from PCC David Jamieson and his team is an important and …

APCC Lead welcomes HMICFRS Report on Police Leadership

APCC Lead for Leadership Dafydd Llywelyn welcomes today’s report from HMICFRS regarding police leadership: “It is pleasing to see the positive improvements forces are making in improving working conditions for police officers and staff, especially i …

PCCs call for action to improve police misconduct system

A new report, led by Police and Crime Commissioners, has found that whilst the police misconduct system is operating reasonably effectively, and Legally Qualified Chairs (LQCs) are settling into their role, action is required to improve the current a …

APCC Welcomes Stalking Protection Bill

APCC Victims Lead, Dame Vera Baird QC said: “The APCC welcomes the Stalking Protection Bill which will have its Second Reading in the House of Commons today. It offers a strong way of intervening early to control stalking, in particular where there …

Senior Salaries Review Body review – APCC response

On the publication of the Home Secretary’s remit letter regarding a review of Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) remuneration David Lloyd, APCC Chair, said: “We welcome the SSRB review, particularly the opportunity it provides to consider whether o …

APCC Responds to Public Accounts Committee Report on Online Fraud

Responding to today’s Public Accounts Committee report into the growing threat of online fraud, Clive Grunshaw PCC, Association of Police and Crime Commissioners lead for Online Fraud and Cybercrime, said:  “Police and Crime Commissioners will welco …

Employers’ Side of the Police Staff Council – APCC Comment

Ron Hogg, Police, Crime and Victims’ Commissioner for Durham and Chair of the Employers’ Side of the Police Staff Council in response to the PSC Trade Unions recommending rejection of the 2017/8 pay offer: “It’s very disappointing that the trade uni …

APCC Victims Lead Blog: White Ribbon Day

On the 25 November the world will once again mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, also known as White Ribbon Day. Its origins date back to 1993 when the United Nations General Assembly adopted a Declaration. Six y …

Vision 2025 – One year on

Last November the Policing Vision 2025 was launched setting out the plan for policing over the next ten years.  Police Chiefs and Police and Crime Commissioners are now implementing a transformational programme of reform. The Home Office has committ …

Randox Testing Services – APCC Comment

Responding to today’s update from the NPCC on the status of the police investigation into data manipulation at Randox Testing Services, APCC Transparency and Integrity Lead, Julia Mulligan PCC said: “The impact of the police investigation into data …

APCC Lead on Alcohol and Substance Misuse calls for urgent rethink to tackle alcohol-related crime

Ahead of Alcohol Awareness Week, APCC national lead on alcohol and substance misuse says urgent rethink needed to cut £11.4billion cost of alcohol-related crime The national lead for alcohol and substance misuse for the APCC (Association of Police a …

Police Efficiency report – APCC response

Responding to the HMICFRS ‘PEEL: Police efficiency 2017’ report, APCC Performance Lead Matthew Scott PCC said: “The recognition in this inspection that police forces, on the whole, are continuing to manage their resources well, despite the changing …

APCC Lead on Mental Health Joins Prime Minister’s Independent Review Team

Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) are to have a say in helping shape future mental health legislation after Kent PCC Matthew Scott was invited to join the Prime Minister’s independent review team. Mr Scott, the Association of Police and Crime Com …

Employers’ Side of the Police Staff Council – APCC statement

This week the Employers’ Side of the Police Staff Council made a pay offer to the police staff trade unions. The 2% headline pay offer includes a 1% consolidated increase and an additional non-consolidated 1% increase and mirrors the police officer …

APCC Responds to Hate Crime Statistics

Hardyal Dhindsa, APCC lead on Hate Crime and Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for Derbyshire, responds to annual statistics published by the Home Office today on hate crime: “As APCC lead on hate crime, I am deeply concerned by 29% increase in ha …

APCC backs greater protections for emergency workers

Ahead of this Friday’s Second Reading of the Assaults on Emergency Workers (Offences) Bill in the House of Commons, APCC Workforce portfolio lead, Ron Hogg PCC said: “Our Police and wider emergency services work tirelessly to keep us safe and it is …

APCC Leads Welcome Review of Mental Health Act

On World Mental Health Day APCC national leads welcome review of Mental Health Act legislation  World Mental Health Day provides a timely opportunity to reflect on last week’s announcement that an independent review of the Mental Health Act 1983 wil …

Mental Health & Custody Portfolio Lead Responds to Mental Health Act Review

On the 4th October, the government announced that there will be an independent review of the Mental Health Act, which will look at how the legislation is being used and make recommendations for improvement. In response to this, the Association of Pol …

Police Staff Council pay award update

A Police Staff Council (PSC) working party met on Friday 29 September to consider the 2017/8 pay award. The PSC trade unions have lodged a pay claim for 5%. The Employers’ Side of the PSC decided not to make a pay offer at the meeting on the basis t …

National Police Memorial Day

Association of Police and Crime Commissioners Chair, David Lloyd PCC said: “We are all incredibly proud of what our police officers do, often going above and beyond what is expected in order to keep us safe throughout the year. “National Police Mem …

APCC Chair responds to report on police call room demand

“Police officers and staff work tireless to keep us all safe and, as Police and Crime Commissioners, we have a responsibility to the public to ensure that 999 and 101 calls are dealt with in an efficient and timely fashion. “We have seen an increase …

APCC Chair David Lloyd Responds to the Lammy Review

In response to the publication on the 8th September 2017 of the Lammy Review – an independent review into the treatment of and outcomes for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) individuals in the Criminal Justice System in England and Wales – APCC …

PRTB Chair Paddy Tipping Welcomes Funding for Police Reform Projects

The Chair of the Police Reform and Transformation Board (PRTB), Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for Nottinghamshire, Paddy Tipping, has welcomed today’s announcement by Nick Hurd MP, the Minister for Policing and the Fire Service, regarding polic …

Response to the NFU Mutual Rural Crime Report

Responding to the NFU Mutual Rural Crime Report, Julia Mulligan, chair of the National Rural Crime Network and Police and Crime Commissioner for North Yorkshire, said:  “The NFU Mutual’s report once again highlights the need for police across the co …

APCC Victims Portfolio Leads Respond to Justice Minister Letter

Dame Vera Baird QC and Marc Jones, APCC Lead and Deputy Lead on Victims, respond to letter from the Secretary of State for Justice on scheme failing to compensate survivors of sexual abuse:  Dame Vera Baird QC, APCC Lead on Victims, has received a l …

APCC Blog on the 50th Anniversary of the Partial Decriminalisation of Homosexuality

For the 50th anniversary of the partial decriminalisation of homosexuality (27th July 2017), David Munro, the APCC Portfolio Lead on Equality, Diversity & Human Rights and the Police and Crime Commissioner for Surrey, talks about progress that ha …

Scheme Failing to Compensate Blameless Survivors of Sexual Abuse

Dame Vera Baird QC, Victims Portfolio Lead at the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners has called for urgent changes to the way in which the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme (CICA) deals with child and adult victims of sexual abuse and …

APCC Chair condemns terrorist attack outside Finsbury Park Mosque

19 June 2017 | 18:27 APCC Chair, Dame Vera Baird QC condemns terrorist attack outside Finsbury Park Mosque.  Dame Vera Baird said: “Once again after last night’s terrorist incident in Finsbury Park we praise the work of our emergency services whil …

Response to the South Yorkshire Police and Crime Commissioner’s Decision Not to Appeal

Responding to the decision of Dr Alan Billings, South Yorkshire Police and Crime Commissioner, not to apply for permission to appeal the High Court ruling against his decision to suspend and cause to resign the former Chief Constable David Crompton, …

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day – APCC Fraud and Cyber Crime Lead, Clive Grunshaw Blog

As we increasingly live our lives through the internet – shopping, banking and socialising online – crime, especially fraud is a growing concern. We know that when it comes to these offences the criminals will relentlessly target the most vulnerable …

Statement from the Chair APCC on the incident at London Bridge

Following the incident at London Bridge, London, APCC Chair, Dame Vera Baird QC said: “For the second time in as many weeks our thoughts are with those killed and injured, and their families, following the dreadful events in central London on Saturd …

APCC Statement – Resignation of Chief Executive

The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners Board said: “Nazir agreed and signed a contract when he took up the post of chief executive of the APCC confirming that he would not do any media without the consent of the APCC Board. “This is esse …

Randox Testing Services

APCC Chair, Dame Vera Baird QC said: “Police and Crime Commissioners have been aware of the issues relating to toxicology testing with Randox Testing Services since they came to light earlier this year. “Public confidence in the integrity of forens …

APCC Blog on Mental Health Awareness Week

Matthew Scott, the Deputy Lead of the APCC Portfolio Group on Mental Health and Police & Crime Commissioner for Kent, speaks out for Mental Health Awareness Week:  As the APCC Deputy Lead on Mental Health, I support this year’s Mental Health Awa …

APCC Blog on National Stalking Awareness Week

Alison Hernandez, the APCC Deputy Lead for the Victims Portfolio Group and the Police & Crime Commissioner for Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, shares her thoughts on National Stalking Awareness Week: This week is National Stalker Awaren …

APCC Calls for Safeguarding Action in the Issuing of Taxi Licenses

APCC Chair Vera Baird QC today reinforced the Association’s call for more robust licensing of taxis following the publication of a new report on child abuse. A serious case review published by the Buckinghamshire Safeguarding Children Board, examini …

Proposed Change to Chief Constable Appointments

Responding to The Times article today which states that police chief jobs will be opened to civilians, APCC Police Leadership Portfolio Lead, Dafydd Llywelyn said: “As part of their role in representing the public, Police and Crime Commissioners are …

APCC Chair statement following the attack in Westminster

Following the attack in Westminster, APCC Chair Dame Vera Baird QC said: “Following the terrible attack in Westminster our thoughts are with the friends and families of those that have been affected. “In particular I want to pay tribute to PC Keith …

APCC Chair Dame Vera Baird QC responds to NSPCC report into the number of recorded child sex offences

Responding to the NSPCC’s report into the number of recorded child sex offences, Dame Vera Baird QC, APCC Chair & Victims Portfolio Lead said: “This report highlights the scale of the challenge facing police forces in dealing with the number of …

Hardyal Dhindsa PCC backs the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

Derbyshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner Hardyal Dhindsa today  offered his full support to an international campaign against racial discrimination. The Commissioner, who is the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners’ (APCC) deputy national …

APCC Chair Dame Vera Baird QC on the 10 Year Anniversary of The Corston Report

On the 7th March, Vera Baird DBE QC spoke alongside the Secretary of State for Justice, Liz Truss MP at the launch of the new report Corston+10, hosted in the House of Lords by Baroness Corston and the charity Women in Prison. The launch marked the …

APCC Chair Dame Vera Baird QC Welcomes Relationships and Sex Education for all Schools

APCC Chair and APCC Portfolio Lead on Victims Dame Vera Baird QC has welcomed measures announced by the Secretary of State for Education today, that Relationships and Sex Education will now be on a statutory footing, to ensure that it is taught in al …

National Police Chiefs’ Council: Audit and Assurance Board: Annual Report 2015-16

The establishment of the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC), soon after Police and Crime Commissioners took office, was about ensuring value for money and more effective coordination and future development of policing across England and Wales. T …

LGBT History Month: Blog by David Munro, APCC lead for Equalities

To mark LGBT History Month, the APCC lead for Equalities, David Munro PCC, sets out what Police and Crime Commissioners are doing to help reduce inequality and promote safety amongst our diverse communities. Celebrating our differences in policing i …

Government must do the right thing and support sex and relationships education – APCC Chair

In response to amendments being made to the Children and Social Work Bill, which would make it a statutory responsibility for all secondary schools – including academies and free schools – to provide sex and relationships education to their students, …

APCC Response to MOU on the Police Use of Restraint in Mental Health & Learning Disability Settings

Martyn Underhill PCC, APCC Portfolio Lead for Mental Health said: “Police and Crime Commissioner’s welcome this MOU, and acknowledge the hard work by Lord Carlisle and others in securing it over a two year timeframe. “This MOU will remove the confu …

Victims’ Services Budget – APCC Chair Response

Responding to the funding settlement for Police and Crime Commissioners for victims’ services in 2017/18, Dame Vera Baird QC, APCC Chair said: “Police and Crime Commissioners will welcome the announcement that funding for victims’ services in 2017/1 …

Prime Minister’s Announcement on Mental Health – APCC Portfolio Lead for Mental Health Responds

Responding to the Prime Minister’s announcement on mental health, Martyn Underhill, the APCC Portfolio Lead on Mental Health has made the following statement:  Amongst other measures, the PM has pledged: New support for schools, with every second …

APPC Chair Responds to Reports that the Government has drawn up proposals to make the teaching of sex and relationships education in schools compulsory

APPC Chair, Vera Baird QC said: “Reports that plans have been drawn up to put the compulsory teaching of sex and relationships education in schools on a statutory footing are very encouraging. “The APCC strongly supports the call for SRE to be put …

Surrey PCC calls for drive to tackle inequality following Casey Review findings

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Surrey, David Munro has called on PCCs across the country to help reduce inequality in our communities following the release of the Casey Review this week. The Surrey PCC has been chosen as the national lead for …

APCC Victims Leads Welcome Stalking Orders

Vera Baird QC and Alison Hernandez who lead the victims group of police and crime commissioners nationally, today welcomed the launch of stalking orders. These orders announced by the Home Secretary will allow police to apply for restrictions on the …

Decision not to make sex and relationships education compulsory is disappointing – APCC Chair

Commenting on the Government’s response to a Select Committee report into Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence in Schools, APCC Chair Vera Baird QC said: “The Government’s decision not to press ahead with the Select Committee’s recommendation to ma …

Response to the Specialist Capabilities Programme – Phase One Report

Responding to the Specialist Capabilities Programme – Phase One Report, Julia Mulligan PCC, Chair Police Reform and Transformation Board said: “We very much welcome the Specialist Capabilities Programme Report, this is an early stage in the process …

APCC welcomes Justice Committee’s report on Restorative Justice

APCC welcomes Justice Committee’s report on Restorative Justice   The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners welcome the Justice Committee’s report on restorative justice (RJ), published today. High quality restorative justice, available to …

APCC responds to HMIC Public views of policing Report

APCC responds to HMIC Public views of policing Report   The report published today by HMIC showing that overall confidence in local policing is at its highest level in ten years illustrates the good work being undertaken by police across the countr …

PCCs seek reassurances over the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA) following resignation of Justice Goddard

PCCs seek reassurances over the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA) following resignation of Justice Goddard Vera Baird QC, PCC for Northumbria and Chair of the APCC has today written to the Home Secretary outlining the concerns of P …

Vera Baird QC new Chair of APCC

Vera Baird QC, Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for Northumbria, elected the first woman Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC). Labour PCC Baird, first elected as PCC in 2012 and with an increased majority in 2016, tak …

Police & Crime Commissioners call for unity

Police & Crime Commissioners call for unity   Following the referendum on Europe, Police & Crime Commissioners across England and Wales have called for local communities to show tolerance, respect and unity towards each other.   The debat …

Home Secretary addresses Association of Police and Crime Commissioners General Meeting

The Home Secretary, the Rt Hon Theresa May MP, yesterday addressed the first meeting of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC) since the May 6 elections, stressing that it is PCCs who will drive reform over the next four years. Thi …

Nazir Afzal OBE appointed new chief executive

Mr Nazir Afzal OBE, a former chief crown prosecutor who led some of the most high profiles cases in recent years, has been appointed Chief Executive of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners. The Association of Police and Crime Commission …

Police budget settlement

Responding to today’s announcement from the Home Office on provisional financial allocations for police forces, Paddy Tipping, Nottinghamshire Police and Crime Commissioner and chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners finance group …

HMIC reports on domestic violence and protecting vulnerable people

Responding to the HMIC reports ‘Increasingly everyone’s business: A progress report on the police response to domestic violence’, and ‘Police effectiveness 2015 (Vulnerability)’, Vera Baird, Northumbria PCC and chair of the Association of Police and …

No cuts to police budget announced by the Chancellor

Responding to today’s announcement by the Chancellor of no cuts to the police service budget, chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners finance group, Paddy Tipping, said: “We praise the government that during this difficult time th …

Police chiefs given a new national voice

Police and Crime Commissioners, chief constables and local policing bodies across England and Wales have given the official seal of approval to the formation of the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC). Collaboration agreements have been signed wh …

APCC seeks Nick Clegg’s backing for extension of mental health support

The APCC is seeking Nick Clegg’s backing for a proposal that could radically improve the experiences of some of the most vulnerable people suffering from mental health conditions. Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner and the APCC’s lead on Mental He …

PCCs to establish ground-breaking national Police ICT Company

Police and Crime Commissioners have today approved a proposal to establish a national Police ICT Company for the first time in a move that could ultimately save police forces a sum estimated to be up to £465m a year. The Company, which will be owned …

APCC welcomes Government recommendations on mental health

The APCC has welcomed the Government’s recommendations on mental health and policing, which have today been announced by the Minister of State, Department of Health, Norman Lamb and follow a lengthy and robust campaign by Police and Crime Commissione …

Police and Crime Commissioners act on call handling concerns

Essex Police and Crime Commissioner and Chair of the APCC, Nick Alston said: “It is clearly unacceptable that, nationally, over a million calls to the police non-emergency 101 phone service were cut off or abandoned before contact was made during the …

Commissioners put victims first

Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) across England and Wales are championing the rights of victims, having recently taken on responsibility for commissioning services to support them in the aftermath of a crime. From implementing innovative and in …

Statement on the future of PCCs

Across the country, PCCs are delivering better scrutiny of police forces. Day by day they are building the strongest possible partnerships between police and the agencies and volunteers who work to keep communities safe. Police and Crime Commissione …

APCC statement on the resignation of Shaun Wright

APCC statement on the resignation of Shaun Wright It is essential for Police and Crime Commissioners and all those involved in keeping our communities safe to retain the confidence of the public and victims.  It is clear that Shaun Wright had lost t …

Enhancing the democratic accountability of Police and Crime Commissioners

The mandate for Police and Crime Commissioners comes directly from the people they serve. For the first time those responsible for policing are now locally elected and are directly answerable to the electorate. At their best, PCCs are delivering rea …

APCC Statement on Standing Groups

It is essential that Police and Crime Commissioners’ (PCCs’) voices are heard in important national debates about policing, crime and community safety.  In November 2012, through the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC), the governmen …

Response to the Change.org petition on the South Yorkshire Police and Crime Commissioner

Nick Alston, Chairman of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC) and Police and Crime Commissioner for Essex, said:  “Child sexual abuse is a horrific crime and Police and Crime Commissioners work closely with Chief Constables to su …

Essex PCC elected Chairman of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners

Police and Crime Commissioners are gathered in Manchester for their annual general meeting today. We are pleased to announce that Nick Alston, Police and Crime Commissioner for Essex, has been elected Chairman the Association of Police and Crime Comm …

Bob Jones

Police and Crime Commissioners were shocked and saddened to learn that Bob Jones passed away this morning in his sleep. Bob Jones was born and bred in Wolverhampton. Bob served as a Labour Councillor from 1980 to 2013 for Blakenhall in Wolverhampto …

Public awareness of PCCs is increasing

The Home Affairs Select Committee has published its latest progress report on Police and Crime Commissioners. The report highlights the increase in public awareness of Police and Crime Commissioners and their important work to deliver greater value …

Under-recording of crime is not acceptable

Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary (HMIC) has published its interim report on crime data integrity which carried out inspections in 13 police forces. The inspection raised concerns that potentially a fifth of crimes In England and Wales could …

HMIC annual report: Police and Crime Commissioners sharpen focus on community policing

Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary (HMIC) has published its annual assessment of policing in England and Wales. HMIC said that forces will find it challenging to make further savings and efficiencies. The report urges the police service to f …

Police and Crime Commissioners support campaign to tackle domestic abuse

Police and Crime Commissioners have joined Chief Constables to support a week-long campaign to raise awareness of domestic violence and highlight new schemes that give the police additional powers to protect victims. The aim of the campaign is to enc …

Powers for reviewing and scrutinising Police and Crime Commissioners clearly defined

The Centre for Public Scrutiny (CfPS) and the Local Government Association (LGA) have published a review of Police and Crime Panels (PCPs) first year. The report claims that PCPs are not able to carry out their duties effectively. It also states tha …

Police and Crime Commissioners call for greater scrutiny of crime recording

Police and Crime Commissioners have previously welcomed the HMIC review of crime recording in forces, prompted by the review commissioned locally by one Police and Crime Commissioner. Across the country Police and Crime Commissioners are working with …

Police and Crime Commissioners welcome review of police accountability

The National Audit Office has published a review of police accountability. The review examined recent changes to financial accountability arrangements for police forces in England and Wales. It addressed the roles and responsibilities of central and …

Police and Crime Commissioners to tackle retail crime

The British Retail Consortium has published its latest crime survey. The survey calls on Police and Crime Commissioners to work with their local retail sector to develop a business crime strategy. Business leaders argue there is a need for Police an …

Lord Stevens Independent Commission on Policing

LORD STEVENS HAS SET OUT HIS VISION FOR A RADICAL SHAKE-UP OF POLICING ACROSS ENGLAND AND WALES. The Commission calls for greater clarity over the broader social mission for the police and recommends that it should be enshrined in law. Lord Stevens …

Independent review of the Association of Chief Police Officers

General Sir Nick Parker KCB, CBE, has completed his independent review of the Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO) and will outline his recommendations today.   Commenting on the announcement Sir Nick, who has considerable experience of workin …

Police and Crime Commissioners support campaign to tackle anti-social behaviour

Police and Crime Commissioners have joined Chief Constables to support a week-long campaign highlighting the impact of anti-social behaviour and what the police can do to tackle related crimes. Sir Graham Bright, Cambridgeshire Police and Crime Comm …

PCCs welcome drop in crime but call for more support for victims of sexual offences

Today’s data from the Independent Office of National Statistics shows a 5 per cent decrease in overall crime compared with last year and continues the downward trend seen in recent years. Recorded crime has dropped to 3.7 million offences – the lowe …

APCC Chair on 'huge pressure' on policing: response to funding report

Responding to the Public Accounts Committee report on the financial sustainability of police forces, APCC Chair, Mark Burns-Williamson PCC said: “This report again further highlights the significant challenges that policing is currently facing, whic …

APCC Victims Lead responds to more funding for rape and sexual abuse victims

APCC Victims Lead, Dame Vera Baird QC said: “I welcome the 10% increase, and it is particularly positive that funding for rape support will now be for a three-year period. Annual funding meant that many rape support organisations have been forced to …

APCC EDHR Lead David Munro Comments on Stop and Search

“It is absolutely right that senior police officers use their wide experience and judgement to examine critically all their powers and duties, consulting with the communities they serve to find new and innovative approaches to keep everyone safe. “I …

APCC Victims Lead and the Victims’ Commissioner respond to the Attorney-General’s review into disclosure

“We welcome the publication of the Attorney-General's review into disclosure but note that the report only briefly touches on privacy issues that affect victims and does not mention the issues around third party disclosure and rape cases. “These iss …

APCC Alcohol Lead blogs for Alcohol Awareness Week 2018

Problem drinking affects us all in different ways. So too, the theme of this year’s Alcohol Awareness Week, Change, will mean something different to you depending on how alcohol impacts on your life. In moderation, alcohol can be part of a fun night …

APCC, NPCC and CoP Conference: Policing our diverse communities and having a workforce that reflects those that we serve

Here's what APCC Lead for EDHR, David Munro, had to say following the "Policing our diverse communities and having a workforce that reflects those that we serve”, conference:  “It was fantastic to see so many people come together today at the APCC, …

APCC Custody Lead welcomes publication of police use of force statistics

Responding to the publication of police use of force statistics England and Wales: April 2017 to March 2018, APCC Custody Lead and ICVA Chair Martyn Underhill PCC said: “These figures shine a light on policing. Any society that polices by consent n …

Tackling Modern Slavery – victim-centred approach vital

Speaking after giving evidence to the Home Affairs Select Committee as part of its Modern Slavery inquiry, Mr Burns-Williamson said: “Whilst there has been substantial progress in tackling modern slavery and human trafficking, there is clearly more …

Cross-party PCCs seek assurances from Home Secretary about Brexit

The APCC’s three lead Brexit Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs), Matthew Scott, Lord Willy Bach and Martyn Underhill met with the Home Secretary yesterday to discuss policing and the UK leaving the European Union. Discussions focussed on continge …

North Yorkshire PFCC joins a new national Fire Standards Board

Association of Police and Crime Commissioners member Julia Mulligan has joined a new national Fire Standards Board to serve as a national representative of Police, Fire and Crime Commissioners. North Yorkshire’s Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner ( …

APCC Chair comments on the Home Secretary’s announcement to tackle knife crime

APCC Chair, Mark Burns-Williamson OBE, comments on the Home Secretary’s announcement regarding new police powers to tackle knife crime: We are seeing a significant rise in serious violence, often gang-related, with too many children and young people …

Government announces plans to tackle illegal Traveller sites

APCC Lead on Equality, Diversity and Human Rights, David Munro, responds to the Government's announcement to improve the effectiveness of enforcement against unauthorised encampments: I am glad that the government has shown concern in this area and …

APCC Workforce Lead, comments on the Police Federation's survey

Ron Hogg, APCC Workforce Lead, comments on the Police Federation’s Demand, Capacity and Welfare Survey: Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) have the highest regard for the work of police officers and their massive contribution to keeping our commu …

APCC EDHR Lead Comments on 20 Years since the Macpherson Report's publication

Twenty years since the publication of the Macpherson report, policing has developed a more diverse and inclusive culture, with significant progress made in relation to diversity, equality and inclusion. However, there is still further to go; in orde …

APCC Serious Violence Lead responds to Keeping Kids Safe report

APCC lead for Serious Violence, PCC Mark Burns-Williamson said:  “Police and Crime Commissioners have an important role to play in shaping partnership working focused on tackling serious violence and helping to keep our young people safe.  “There i …

Knife crime comments - APCC Chair and Serious Violence Lead

“We have seen significant rises in knife and violent crime across the country, particularly involving children and young people, but not exclusively, resulting on too many occasions in the tragic loss of life. The exploitation of young people, in man …

APCC Chair and Serious Violence Lead responds to Home Secretary’s meeting with Chief Constables

Responding to reports following the Home Secretary’s meeting with a number of Chief Constables to discuss violent crime, APCC Chair and Serious Violence Lead, Mark Burns-Williamson PCC said: “Police and Crime Commissioners have been clear that much …

APCC response to Spring Statement knife crime funding announcement

APCC Chair and Serious Violence Lead, Mark Burns-Williamson PCC said: “Any additional funding to tackle knife and violent crime is to be welcomed. We have long advocated a whole system approach and the proposed investment in new violent crime reduct …

APCC Writes to Anti-Muslim Hatred Working Group following New Zealand Terrorist Attack

Following the terrorist attack in Christchurch, New Zealand, APCC Chair Mark Burns-Williamson and APCC Leads on Equality, Diversity and Human Rights (EDHR), David Munro and Hardyal Dhindsa, have written to members of the cross-government Anti-Muslim …

APCC response to Government announcement on stop and search

David Munro, the APCC Lead on Equality, Diversity and Human Rights (EDHR) and the Police and Crime Commissioner for Surrey, said the following: "I welcome any moves which could help to keep all our communities safe from the scourge of knife crime. I …

APCC Chair attends serious violence summit

Today (1 April) the Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioner, Mark Burns-Williamson OBE, has attended a serious youth violence summit in Downing Street, bringing together over 100 experts to tackle violent crime. Speaking immediatel …

APCC response to HMICFRS report “Fraud: Time to Choose”

Association of Police and Crime Commissioners lead for Fraud and Cyber Crime, Clive Grunshaw PCC said: "We know the impact that being a victim of fraud can have, both emotionally as well as financially, and this report highlights that a much more jo …

APCC lead for Cyber Crime, comments on the National Launch of Force Cyber Crime Units

APCC Cyber Crime Lead, PCC Clive Grunshaw, said: “Cyber Crime is an ever increasing threat, and although the UK is well protected at a National level, both individuals and businesses in our local communities suffer from those exploiting new technolo …

APCC Chair to call for ‘whole system’ approach to tackle serious violence

Ahead of his appearance in front of the Home Affairs Select Committee, APCC Chair and Serious Violence Lead, Mark Burns-Williamson has called for sustainable, longer-term funding to support a ‘whole system’ approach to tackle serious violence. Mr Bur …

APCC response to House of Lords Science and Technology Select Committee forensic science report

Responding to the House of Lords Science and Technology Select Committee report Forensic science and the criminal justice system: a blueprint for change, Association of Police and Crime Commissioner Forensics Lead, Martyn Underhill PCC, said: “This …

APCC RESPONSE TO HMICFRS PEEL REPORT

Responding to the HMICFRS report, APCC lead for Performance Matthew Scott PCC said: “Police and Crime Commissioners will welcome the recognition in this report that police forces are generally performing well, keeping people safe and using their res …

APCC RESPONSE TO TIMPSON REVIEW ON SCHOOL EXCLUSIONS

Responding to the publication of the Edward Timpson Review on School Exclusions, APCC Chair and Serious Violence Lead, PCC Mark Burns-Williamson OBE said: "The APCC welcomes this extensive report by Edward Timpson on school exclusions. Research has …

Mental Health Awareness Week

APCC Mental Health Lead, Matthew Scott PCC, said: “Police and Crime Commissioners are delighted to be able to support and get involved in Mental Health Awareness Week. This is a really important event. It encourages all of us to talk about our menta …

APCC response to NCA’s National Strategic Assessment

Beverley Hughes, Deputy Mayor for Greater Manchester, and Marc Jones, Lincolnshire PCC said:  “The National Crime Agency’s report highlights the pressing need to tackle the scale of serious and organised crime across the country. These crimes have a …

APCC Mental Health & Custody Lead responds to NAAN, 'There to Help 2', report

Responding to the National Appropriate Adult Network (NAAN), 'There to Help 2' report, Martyn Underhill, APCC Mental Health & Custody Lead said: "NAAN’s refresh of their original There to Help report comes at an extremely useful time for Police …

APCC Victims Leads welcome the introduction of the Domestic Abuse Bill

APCC Victims Leads, Sophie Linden, London’s Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime & Julia Mulligan, North Yorkshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner welcome the introduction of the Domestic Abuse Bill. “This legislation is an important and nece …

APCC response to Home Secretary’s plans for a Police Covenant

Responding to the Home Secretary’s plans for a Police Covenant, APCC Chair, Mark Burns-Williamson OBE said: “We welcome the Home Secretary’s announcement of plans to establish a Police Covenant for those working in policing. PCCs have often acknowl …

Katy Bourne PCC elected new APCC Chair

Katy Bourne OBE, the Police and Crime Commissioner for Sussex, has been elected as the new Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners at their Annual General Meeting. APCC Chair, Katy Bourne said: “I am delighted to be able to take …

APCC Chair joins criminal justice roundtable at Downing Street

APCC Chair, Sussex PCC Katy Bourne OBE, joins Prime Minister’s roundtable at 10 Downing Street to discuss the criminal justice system. Mrs Bourne said: “I was delighted to join senior colleagues from across the police and criminal justice sectors at …

APCC response to ONS drug related deaths statistics

Speaking on the rise in deaths from illicit drugs, APCC Lead on Alcohol & Substance Misuse, PCC Hardyal Dhindsa and Deputy Lead PCC Arfon Jones said: "PCCs are gravely concerned by the record rise in drug related deaths shown by ONS statistics. …

APCC response to HMICFRS report on the police service’s arrangements for the selection and development of chief officers

APCC Police Standards and Leadership Lead, Stephen Mold PFCC said: “Police and Crime Commissioners are committed to supporting high quality, professional training for all chief officers, including chief constables. “We want the widest range of dive …

World Suicide Prevention Day

Today (10th September) marks World Suicide Prevention Day. Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) have a public platform, which means we can play an important role in raising awareness of serious issues and events, including suicide, and remind people …

Prevention – How PCCs Are Making A Difference

Addressing the root causes of crime – helping the vulnerable, children and young people move away from the risk factors that can lead to crime or victimisation. The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners has published ‘Prevention In Focus’ w …

APCC responds to Government announcement to review driving with a handheld mobile phone

APCC Road Safety Lead, Alison Hernandez PCC, welcomes the Government’s announcement to review the offence of driving with a handheld mobile device. “I am pleased to see the positive response from the Government to the Transport Committee’s importan …

APCC pays tribute to Ron Hogg

Katy Bourne OBE, Chair of the APCC said: “It is a day of great sadness for us and, on behalf of my PCC colleagues, I would like to offer our deepest condolences to Ron’s family, friends and everyone at Durham Constabulary. “We will all have our ind …

APCC welcomes the call for a Perpetrator Strategy

Following Drive’s launch of both a Call to Action asking the government to publish a Perpetrator Strategy and the evaluation of the Drive pilot programmes, APCC Victims Lead, Julia Mulligan, North Yorkshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner said: …

'Time to Talk' - encouraging people to talk about mental health

Matthew Scott, APCC Lead for Mental Health and Police and Crime Commissioner for Kent, has blogged in support of the campaign, encouraging people to talk about this issue. Mr Scott said: Last year, I was speaking with a Member of Parliament by phon …

APCC Victims Leads back Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness week

APCC Victims Leads back Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness week and support calls for a further independent review of rape.   Julia Mulligan, North Yorkshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner, said: “At present, all the evidence leads …

ALCOHOL AND DRUGS – HOW PCCS ARE MAKING A DIFFERENCE

ALCOHOL AND DRUGS – HOW PCCS ARE MAKING A DIFFERENCE Recent figures show that almost a third of homicide victims and almost a third of homicide suspects were found by the police to have been under the influence of either alcohol or drugs at the time …

APCC Hate Crime Lead responds to reports of increases in hate crime

APCC Hate Crime Lead, Hardyal Dhindsa, Police and Crime Commissioner for Derbyshire said: “It’s deeply concerning to hear reports of people using offensive language or violence linked to the outbreak of coronavirus. Now, more than ever, it’s crucial …

Blog: Protecting the vulnerable during the coronavirus lockdown

Work will continue to protect the vulnerable, trapped at home with domestic abusers during the coronavirus lockdown. Blog from APCC Victims Leads, Julia Mulligan, North Yorkshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner and Sophie Linden, London’s Deputy …

Measures announced to protect NHS from coronavirus risk in prisons

Speaking in response to the announcement by Lord Chancellor Robert Buckland in relation to the early release of prisoners, David Lloyd, APCC Lead for Criminal Justice and Sue Mountstevens, Deputy Lead said: “In this unprecedented time of national em …

APCC welcomes support for modern slavery victims affected by coronavirus

Speaking in response to the announcement of government-funded safe accommodation for modern slavery victims for the next three months, APCC Modern Slavery Leads, Mark Burns-Williamson PCC and Alison Hernandez PCC said: “As PCC leads for modern slave …

Domestic abuse and Covid-19

INTERVIEW: Domestic abuse and Covid-19: Victims and perpetrators need alternative accommodation ‘urgently’ The lockdown has led to a steep rise in calls to domestic abuse helplines in the UK. While they offer vital support, alternative accommodati …

Drive project focuses on perpetrators of domestic violence

INNOVATION: Engine for change: Drive project focuses on the perpetrators of domestic violence The rolling out of a new perpetrator programme proven to be successful in reducing domestic violence has been put on hold, due to the outbreak of COVID-1 …

Mental Health Awareness Week 2020

Blog from APCC’s national lead for Mental Health, Matthew Scott, PCC for Kent: The tragedy and disruption brought about by Covid-19 has torn through all aspects of everyday life. Going to work, buying a pint of milk, seeing a loved one, exercising, …

The death of George Floyd in the USA

Following the death of George Floyd APCC Equality, Diversity and Human Rights Leads, David Munro, PCC for Surrey and Hardyal Dhindsa, PCC for Derbyshire said:  "Alongside our communities, we are saddened and appalled by the footage that has emerged …

National Specials Weekend

APCC Citizens in Policing Lead, Alun Michael, Police and Crime Commissioner for South Wales said: “On behalf of Police and Crime Commissioners I want to mark National Volunteers Week and National Specials Weekend by thanking everyone that volunteer …

Overhaul of Family Courts to protect domestic abuse victims

APCC Victims Leads, Deputy Mayor of London, Sophie Linden, and Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner of North Yorkshire, Julia Mulligan, said “We warmly welcome today’s announcement that the Government will be taking forward a range of measures to sup …

Government's funding announcement to improve courts and prisons

APCC response to the Government’s announcement on an extra £285 million-worth of improvements to courts and prisons Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners, Katy Bourne OBE said: “On behalf of all Police and Crime Commissioners …

PCC welcomes next stage of review into drugs misuse in the UK

The APCC’s national lead for Drugs and Alcohol and Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner, Hardyal Dhindsa has today welcomed the latest phase of a national review into the misuse of illegal drugs in England.  Mr Dhindsa, who contributed evidence …

Weekend opening of bars and restaurants – APCC Chair response

Chair of the Association of Police & Crime Commissioners Katy Bourne OBE said: “We are now benefiting from the sacrifices we have made to curb the spread of the virus and are slowly able to return to some normality. “I understand that people wil …

Making best use of taxpayers’ money

Covid-19 has impacted upon every UK business and industry. Policing has been no exception. But while the spotlight this summer has been on policing the pandemic, we continue to work behind the scenes on longer-term ambitions and transformation. Effo …

Home Office Police Officer Uplift Programme

APCC Chair, Paddy Tipping said: “Police and Crime Commissioners are committed to meeting the targets for the recruitment of police officers established by the Police Uplift Programme. "It is testament to the hard work of the police service, both lo …

Home Office bi-annual Police Workforce statistics

APCC Workforce Lead, Kim McGuinness and Equalities, Diversity and Human Rights Lead, Hardyal Dhindsa said: “We welcome the figures announced by the Home Office today, showing growth in both the police officer workforce and the increased proportion o …

Have your say: APCC Roads Enforcement and Safety Survey

The APCC Road Safety and Roads Policing Portfolio has launched a national public engagement survey, designed to understand public perception of road safety and enforcement. The Government is currently reviewing roads policing and what the future of …

Policing Covenant

Responding to the news that the Police Covenant is to be enshrined in law, APCC Chair, Paddy Tipping PCC said: “We welcome this announcement, in particular the focus on protection, health and wellbeing and support for families. Police officers, sta …

APCC CHAIR COMMENTS ON POST OFFICE SCANDAL

Today, senior police leader and Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners, Donna Jones, has welcomed the Prime Minister’s announcement of a new bill to exonerate and compensate victims of the Post Office scandal. But PCC Jones says q …

Watch the video to find out what the ESCWG is all about

On Thursday (12 July) the Emergency Services Collaboration Working Group (ESCWG) members came together for one of their quarterly meetings. Chaired by Philip Seccombe, Warwickshire Police and Crime Commissioner, members considered updates on the 2018 …

Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Round-table

Marc Jones, Lincolnshire Police and Crime Commissioner and APCC Deputy Victims Portfolio Lead, recently hosted a high-level round-table on Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (CSE/A) with key stakeholders across Law Enforcement, Government and the Vo …

Police Reform Summit 2018

The second annual Police Reform Summit was hosted by the National Police Chiefs’ Council, Association of Police and Crime Commissioners and the College of Policing. The Summit brought together Chief Constables and Police and Crime Commissioners from …

How can Stop and Search be used most appropriately to combat serious and violent crime?

This was the question discussed at a joint workshop organised by Stop and Search Leads for the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC) and the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC). The Safer Communities / Stop and Search workshop brou …

White Ribbon Day: Stand Up and Speak Out

PCCs Supporting White Ribbon Day 2018 Dame Vera Baird QC, APCC Victims Lead and PCC for Northumbria, explains why all men should stand up and speak out against violence against women and girls. "This Sunday (25 Nov) is White Ribbon Day. It's the be …

PCCs Complaints Roadshows

The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC) and National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC), together with support from the Home Office, Independent Office for Police Complaints (IOPC) and the College of Policing, are running a series of work …

Katy Bourne OBE is elected as new Chair of the APCC

APCC Chair, Katy Bourne said: “I am delighted to be able to take on this role. I will not waste a moment over the next year to raise the profile and influence of PCCs for the benefit of police officers and staff but also our communities across Engla …

Home Office Violence Reduction Unit Workshop

18 Police and Crime Commissioners successfully bid for Home Office funding to set up multi-agency Violence Reduction Units (VRUs). VRUs bring together specialists from health, police, local government, probation and community organisations to tackl …

APCC Chief Executive, Susannah Hancock, at this year's Police ICT Summit

Susannah Hancock, Chief Executive of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners attended this year's Police ICT Company and National Police Technology Council's Joint Summit: Delivering Change At Pace In A Digitally Disrupted Age. Susannah s …

APCC & NPCC Partnership Summit 2020 Mike Cunningham

APCC & NPCC Partnership Summit 2020 Vera Baird

APCC & NPCC Partnership Summit 2020 John Apter

APCC & NPCC Partnership Summit 2020 Wayne Parkes & Ian Bell

APCC Chair Paddy Tipping - second lockdown and Remembrance Sunday

A video message from Paddy Tipping, APCC Chair and PCC for Nottinghamshire, on the second national lockdown in England and this year's Remembrance Sunday event. Mr Tipping recognizes how hard this second lockdown is for people. He says we must all w …

Mark Shelford, Avon and Somerset PCC

#PCCsMakingADifference  Mark Shelford was elected as the new Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for Avon and Somerset in May 2021. Mark says it is a huge honour to become the PCC for Avon & Somerset. "I want the residents of Avon and Somers …

Chris Nelson, Gloucestershire PCC

#PCCsMakingADifference  Chris Nelson was elected as the new Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for Gloucestershire in May 2021. Chris says that being PCC for Gloucestershire is the best job he's ever done. It's demanding and challenging but he's l …

Donna Jones, Hampshire & Isle of Wight PCC

#PCCsMakingADifference  Donna Jones was elected as the new Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight in May 2021. Donna served as a magistrate for 16 years and says that working to make Hampshire one of the safest places is …

Rupert Matthews, Leicestershire PCC

#PCCsMakingADifference  Rupert Matthews was elected as the new Police and Crime Commissioner for Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland following the elections in May 2021. He says that the role of a PCC is a great job, particularly meeting local c …

Ben Adams, Staffordshire PFCC

#PFCCsMakingADifference Ben Adams was elected as the new Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner (PFCC) for Staffordshire in May 2021. Ben says he wants to make sure that both emergency services have the tools and resources they need to keep the commu …

Joy Allen, APCC Deputy Lead for Road Safety

Joy Allen is the new APCC Deputy Lead for Road Safety. "There's so much we can do together to reduce the numbers of people killed and seriously injured on the roads. We also need to do more for the welfare of our staff who have to respond to these …

Donna Jones, APCC Joint Victims Lead

Donna Jones is the new APCC Joint Lead for Victims. "I am focused on standing up for victims of crime; I want to make sure victims are central in the criminal justice system and for police forces across the country. Together, we can make it a much …

Donna Jones, APCC Joint Lead for Serious Organised Crime & Specialist Capabilities

Donna Jones is the new APCC Joint Lead for Serious Organised Crime and Specialist Capabilities. She is also the Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. "I'm determined to stamp out those organised crime gangs that are cau …

Emily Spurrell, APCC Deputy Lead for Mental Health and Custody

Emily Spurrell is the new APCC Deputy Lead for Mental Health and Custody. "There are lots of people who suffer mental health who I know enter the criminal justice system and it's important that we look at how we support them and get them into the ri …

Joy Allen, APCC Joint Lead for Environment and Sustainability

Joy Allen is the new APCC Joint Lead for Environment and Sustainability.  "I think we can do a lot together nationally to address environmental impacts: not just what we do but where we do it. I'm interested in social value, so, asking - when spendi …

Alison Lowe, APCC Lead for Equality, Diversity and Human Rights

Alison is the new APCC Lead for Equality, Diversity and Human Rights. "I want to ensure that we really tackle the issue of overrepresentation by some communities of interest and that we work together to make the UK a better, stronger and more cohesi …

Alison Lowe, APCC Joint Lead for the Race Disparity Working Group

Alison Lowe is the new APCC Joint Lead for the Race Disparity Working Group. "Lets work together to make race disparities a thing of the past. Black people are massively overrepresented in the criminal justice system. If that wasn't the case, there …

David Lloyd, APCC Lead for Criminal Justice

In this short video David explains the role of Police and Crime Commissioners in the criminal justice system; key areas of work and what has been achieved so far. "The main role of PCCs is to chair their Criminal Justice Boards and be the focus fo …

Joy Allen, APCC Joint Lead for Environment & Sustainability

In this short video Joy Allen explains the important role of Police and Crime Commissioners in tackling climate change. "There's a real challenge because only 7% of our fleet is electric and by 2030 petrol and diesel cars aren't going to be availab …

Katy Bourne OBE, APCC Business and Retail Crime Lead

Katy Bourne OBE, APCC Lead for the new Business and Retail Crime portfolio and PCC for Sussex discusses business crime and the important role of partnerships.  "One of the key problems is local businesses are not reporting crime to the police, who t …

Marc Jones, APCC Chair and Joint Chair of the Summit

APCC Chair, Marc Jones, sums up Day One of the APCC/NPCC Summit: "We've had some really challenging thought provoking content...making a difference to the public...superb expert panel discussing violence against women and girls...an excellent conve …

Andrea Simon, Director End Violence Against Women

Andrea Simon, Director of End Violence Against Women, was part of the Day One opening session: 'Violence against women and girls'. Andrea spoke on how policing culture needs to fundamentally change to allow a better response to violence against wom …

Dame Vera Baird QC, Victims' Commissioner for England & Wales

Dame Vera Baird QC is the Victims' Commissioner for England and Wales and was part of the Day One opening session: 'Violence against women and girls'. This session addressed some uncomfortable issues around male violence and attitudes towards women a …

Deputy Chief Constable Maggie Blyth

Deputy Chief Constable Maggie Blyth is the new NPCC Lead for Violence against Women and Girls. We spoke to Maggie following her participation in the Day One opening session on 'Violence against Women and Girls'. She told the summit about her plans …

Chief Constable Shaun Sawyer

Chief Constable Shaun Sawyer is NPCC Performance Lead and Devon and Cornwall Police. Chief Constable Sawyer took part in a session entitled: 'Measuring Up', which discussed the Home Office (HO) introducing a new performance framework on crime for p …

Assistant Chief Constable Owen Weatherill

Assistant Chief Constable Owen Weatherill, Commander of Op Talla was part of a breakout session on 'Policing and the Pandemic'. Watch ACC Owen Weatherill expand on the policing response to the pandemic, and the NPCC's 4E approach of engaging, expla …

David Lloyd, APCC Criminal Justice Lead

David Lloyd is the APCC's Criminal Justice Lead and PCC for Hertfordshire. How can police, prosecutors and the court service help clear the huge backlog of cases and deliver justice? This was the question debated at the session on 'Delivering Justi …

Stephen Mold, APCC Lead on Police Standards and Leadership

"As Police and Crime Commissioners we are the public's voice, appointing Chief Constables and holding them to account. So, leadership is critical, making sure police officers hold to the highest standards to make our communities safer."Our most impor …

A message from Alison Lowe for International Women's Day 2022

On International Women's Day 2022 we hear from Alison Lowe, APCC Lead for Equality, Diversity and Human Rights:"As a black woman I have broken the bias many times over, smashing stereotypes... I encourage all women to break the bias today, break the …

Stephen Lawrence Day 2022

Stephen Lawrence Day 2022 A video message from Alison Lowe OBE, APCC Lead for Equality, Diversity and Human Rights and Deputy Mayor for West Yorkshire.  "Stephen Lawrence Day is about celebrating the role we can all play in creating a society in wh …

Matthew Barber, APCC Lead for Performance

Mathew Barber, APCC Lead for Performance and PCC for Thames Valley, provides an update on his national portfolio. "The Performance Portfolio allows us to get a real grip of how forces are performing across the country making sure we're all speaking …

Steve Turner, APCC Joint Lead for Serious Violence Portfolio

Steve Turner, APCC Joint Lead for Serious Violence and PCC for Cleveland, provides an update on his national portfolio. "One of the things I've been fighting for is to get this multi-year Funding Formula and we've got that and secured it and that's …

APCC Leads for Addictions and Substance Misuse (Update 2)

Joy Allen and David Sidwick lead on the APCC's Addictions and Substance Misuse portfolio. Joy is the PCC for Durham. David is PCC for Dorset.  Joy Allen: "The biggest success for our portfolio is getting addictions and substance misuse front and ce …

Tim Passmore, APCC Joint Lead for Environment & Sustainability

Tim Passmore is one of the leads on the APCC's Environment and Sustainability portfolio. He is also the PCC for Suffolk. In this short video Tim provides an update on the progress of his national portfolio. "This is a brand new portfolio because we …

Festus Akinbusoye, APCC Lead for the Prevention portfolio

Festus Akinbusoye, APCC Lead for Prevention, provides an update on his national portfolio. "Ten years ago only about 20% of PCC's Police and Crime Plans had the word 'prevention' in it. But now pretty much all Police and Crime Plans include 'prevent …

Alison Hernandez, PCC for Devon & Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly

Donna Jones, APCC Joint Victims Lead and PCC for Hampshire & the Isle of Wight

Deputy Chief Constable Maggie Blyth, NPCC Lead for VAWG

Chief Constable Chris Noble, Staffordshire Police & NPCC Public Order Lead

John Campion, APCC EDHR Joint Lead & PCC for West Mercia

'Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Conference: Trust and Confidence' was held at the IBM Centre on the 17th and 18th November.  John Campion, APCC Joint Lead for Equality, Diversity & Human Rights, was part of the Diversity, Equality and Inclusi …

ASB Awareness Week video: 'Out of Darkness'

OUT OF DARKNESS: How to apply for an anti-social behaviour case review According to a YouGov poll, more than half the people questioned – 56% - think more needs to be done to tackle anti-social behaviour (ASB). A similar proportion of the public (57 …

Welcome to Day One of the APCC/NPCC Partnership Summit

Welcome from APCC Chair, Donna Jones to this years Summit - a hugely important event in the policing calendar, bringing together senior leaders across policing & CJ to discuss & shape solutions to some of the most complex issues in law enforc …

Your voice Your police: Streetlight charity

'We walk with them, we befriend them. We provide basic needs like toiletries, food, clothing and help with benefits and housing. The women are cold and hungry so we make hot chocolate and sandwiches.' Through a PCC-funded initiative, this women's le …

Your voice Your police: Safer Streets

Safer Streets is an initiative supported by the Police and Crime Commissioner. It has enabled the community to improve street security through installing more streetlighting and placing CCTV in areas of crime and anti-social behaviour.Through the Saf …

Improving Public Accountability

PCCs are locally elected and accountable to the public and have the responsibility for holding Chief Constables to account for local policing on behalf of their communities. The APCC supports PCCs to provide effective scrutiny of police performance, …

Preventing Serious Violence

The APCC is supporting PCCs as they bring partners together to tackle the scourge of serious violence in our communities, including leading work in 18 areas across the country to create and deliver multi-agency Violence Reduction Units to identify an …

Tackling Race Disparity & Championing Equality & Diversity in Policing and Criminal Justice

The APCC’s work on race disparity and equality, diversity, and human rights (EDHR) is led by Alison Lowe OBE, the Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime in West Yorkshire, and John Campion, the PCC the West Mercia. A key function of our work in this ar …

Helping to end violence against women and girls is a priority for PCCs

Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) has been bought into sharp focus by recent tragic and high profiles cases, however these are neither isolated incidents nor is VAWG a new challenge. PCCs recognise that a whole system approach is needed which d …

Criminal Justice

PCCs welcome the recommendations to develop their role in the criminal justice system as set out by the Home Secretary in Part Two of the Police and Crime Commissioner’s Review. By putting PCC chaired Local Criminal Justice Boards (LCJBs) on a statut …

Anti-Social Behaviour - Making Communities Safer

"Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) are elected to act as the public’s voice in policing, and what we hear from our local communities is that neighbourhood crime and anti-social behaviour really matters. We know from the victims and community …

Anti-social behaviour

Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) are elected to act as the public’s voice in policing, and what they hear from their local communities is that neighbourhood crime and anti-social behaviour really matters. Tackling anti-social behaviour is a key …

Reducing violence against women and girls

Tackling Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) is a priority for every Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) in the country. Every woman and girl has the right to feel safe and it is PCCs shared responsibility as both citizens and community leaders t …

Katy Bourne OBE, Chair of the APCC said:

"It is a day of great sadness for us and, on behalf of my PCC colleagues, I would like to offer our deepest condolences to Ron’s family, friends and everyone at Durham Constabulary. "We will all have our individual and fond memories of Ron who was t …

Criminal Justice

As local leaders PCCs bring criminal justice partners together to reduce crime and reoffending and improve the delivery of services so that victims needs are at the heart of the criminal justice system.

APCC and NPCC Partnership Summit 2021 #policeconf21

APCC / NPCC Partnership Summit 2021 entitled, "Policing the public: driving performance and securing trust", was held in Westminster on the 18 and 19 November. The event brought together senior police officers, Police and Crime Commissioners, crimin …

APCC and NPCC Partnership Summit 2020 #policeconf20

Our very successful joint summit between the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC) and the National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) was recently held in Westminster.  The event brought together senior leaders, politicians, experts and d …

ELECTION RESULTS 2012

Here are the results of the first ever PCC election, which took place on the 15th November 2012.Summary of results Elected: 16 Conservative (39% of 41) 13 Labour (31.7%) 12 Independent (29.2%) Overall vote share: 33% Labour 27% Conservat …

College of Policing’s What Works Centre for Crime Reduction

The APCC is now working in partnership with the College of Policing to develop the notable practice platform. Use the Crime reduction toolkit to find the best-available evidence on reducing crime, locate ongoing research on the Research Map and use …

Violence Reduction Units In Focus

Minister for Crime and Policing, Kit Malthouse MP: "Violent crime has devastating, traumatic and long-lasting impact on victims, families and wider communities. Tackling this problem is a top priority; that is why the Home Office has invested £70m ov …

Prevention In Focus

Minister for Crime, Policing and the Fire Service, Kit Malthouse MP: "The best way to fight crime is to stop it happening in the first place. It is therefore my pleasure to contribute to this publication which showcases the vital leadership role PCCs …

Dorset

The PCC is just one of many partners, working together to ensure that the criminal justice system is a smooth and fair process in Dorset. Hear from me about my role in the system below.#JusticeTogether #PCCsMakingADifference pic.twitter.com/1r53PO …

Merseyside

Victims are still waiting far too long for justice.As an @AssocPCCs lead for criminal justice, I am committed to driving improvements in the system, with victims & witnesses at the heart of decision making.#JusticeTogether #PCCsMakingADifferenc …

Cleveland (1)

Earlier this week @steviet1610 attended a parliamentary event as part of #ASBAwarenessWeek and spoke alongside Government ministers and the Victims CommissionerAs part of his speech Steve emphasised the importance of all agencies working together t …

GwentCaerphilly

Our first two days of #ASBAwarenessweek have been fantastic! We've had loads of positive engagement with youngsters in the community. Today @SkateAcademyUK , @stjohnambulance and @youth4u1 all came down to join in and they were a hit! #NPTBlackwood …

DC

We will be on Torridge Way, Efford today between 11am and 2pm along with @plymouthcc and @plymouthpolice. Come and see us to discuss antisocial behaviour that may be affecting you in your community @LGAcomms @ukhomeoffice @PoliceChiefs #ASBAwarenes …

Guidance, Toolkits and Notable Practice

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Joy Allen

Victims

Leading our work to support victims’ services and to ensure that victims needs are at the heart of national debate and policy on policing and criminal justice. Joint Lead: Sophie Linden, Deputy Mayor for London Joint Lead: Lisa Townsend, PCC for Su …

Mental Health & Custody

Leading our work on mental health, custody issues and suicide prevention. Joint Lead: Lisa Townsend, PCC Surrey  Joint Lead: Kate Green OBE, Deputy Mayor for Manchester APCC Contact: Eddie Smithwick, Senior Policy Manager 

Matthew Barber

Reducing violence against women and girls (VAWG)

PCCs recognise that a whole system approach is needed which draws together partners from across the board to effect change.

Covid-19 Impact on Mental Health Partners and Policing

Are people with mental health problems getting the right care, from the right person at the right time during the Covid19 pandemic? “As APCC Mental Health Lead, I am inviting organisations, including those with experience of working with policing, …

Hate Crime Awareness Week 2020

Ahead of the start of Hate Crime Awareness Week 2020 tomorrow, PCC Hardyal Dhindsa and DCC Mark Hamilton, national Hate Crime Leads for the APCC and NPCC respectively, have issued the following statement: "This year, the coronavirus pandemic poses a …

World Mental Health Day 2020 Blog

Blog from APCC’s national lead for Mental Health, Matthew Scott, PCC for Kent: 2020 has been a difficult time for us all. World Mental Health Day this year is even more timely than ever and serves as an important reminder of the need to look after …

IOPC Deaths Following Police Contact report

APCC Mental Health & Custody Lead Matthew Scott, PCC for Kent, and Deputy Lead Martyn Underhill, PCC for Dorset, respond to IOPC Deaths Following Police Contact report 19/20: “As elected Police and Crime Commissioners and National Leads for Ment …

Prime Minister announces four-week England lockdown

Prime Minister announces a second national lockdown for England APCC Chair and PCC for Nottinghamshire, Paddy Tipping said: “We have just heard the Prime Minister announce a second national lockdown for England to prevent mortality cases rising to …

APCC Victims Leads welcome plans to improve the Victims Code of Practice

The Government has published an updated Victims Code of Practice which will come into effect from April 2021. APCC Victims Leads, Sophie Linden, London’s Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime & Julia Mulligan, North Yorkshire Police, Fire and Crim …

APCC responds to Chancellor's Spending Review

The APCC has responded to today's Spending Review announcement. Roger Hirst, APCC Finance Lead, said: "Police and Crime Commissioners welcome the Government’s commitment to investing in the ongoing plan to recruit an additional 20,000 police office …

#KeepingChristmasKind

Shopworkers and their families speak out about abuse in moving Christmas campaign A film has been produced which features real people who have put themselves at risk working in essential shops, keeping families fed and providing vital human interact …

APCC Chair gives evidence to Lords' Constitution Committee

The Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners Paddy Tipping has told a House of Lords committee that police officers have not always had sufficient or timely enough information to effectively enforce Covid-19 regulations. Appearing …

APCC Chair congratulates those who received Honours in the New Year's Honours List

In congratulating all those who received Honours in the New Year's Honours List today, APCC Chair Paddy Tipping said: “Police and Crime Commissioners would like to congratulate everyone who is receiving New Year’s Honours for their hard work and com …

Lockdown 3: Policing and mental health services prepare for increased demand

As the UK embarks on a further national lockdown, policing and mental health services are preparing for increased mental health-related demand. While some policing areas experienced initial dips in mental health demand at the beginning of the spring …

Police issuing fines to those who break the coronavirus rules

“Police officers have discretion in how they implement the regulations. Generally, they take a common sense approach and seek to engage and explain rather than enforce through a fixed penalty notice. “The vast majority of the public understand the s …

Efforts to recruit 20,000 more police officers by March 2023 are ahead of schedule

The Home Office has announced that progress towards recruiting 20,000 more police officers by March 2023 is ahead of schedule. Commenting on the latest data, APCC Workforce Lead Kim McGuinness said: “Police and Crime Commissioners have actively supp …

Extra £40m for specialist support services for rape and domestic abuse victims

The Government has today (1 February) announced that a further £40million will be made available to specialist support services for victims of rape and domestic abuse. APCC Victims Leads Sophie Linden, London’s Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime; a …

PCCs, Parliamentarians and partners discuss race disparity at virtual event

The importance of Police and Crime Commissioners having made diversity and social justice a priority in their Police and Crime Plans for Chief Constables to deliver against was highlighted at a virtual event this week. More than 70 people including …

PCCs are putting Safer Streets Funding to good use

Police and Crime Commissioners warmly welcome the Government’s announcement last week that a further £20million is being made available to them through the Safer Streets Fund. And while PCCs and their teams set about submitting bids into the fund fo …

Survey launched to measure public perception of dog theft, enforcement, and the prosecution of offenders

Sussex's Police and Crime Commissioner Katy Bourne, in partnership with the APCC, has created an online survey designed to understand the public’s perception of dog theft, enforcement, and the prosecution of offenders. The survey includes a question …

How PCCs are making the police complaints system more user-friendly

Three cross-party Police and Crime Commissioners have told a panel of MPs how they have each made the complaints system more user-friendly in their areas. PCCs in England and Wales have the freedom to choose to adopt one of three models of complaint …

Giving offenders opportunities to change, and the skills to rebuild their lives

As the Government introduces a new Bill to bring about sentencing reforms, the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners, (APCC) has launched a new report which demonstrates how Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) are ending the revolving door …

Police Crime Sentencing and Courts Bill introduced in Parliament

Today the Government is due to introduce the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill to Parliament. Commenting on the sentencing aspects of the Bill, the APCC’s Criminal Justice Lead David Lloyd said: “The public needs to have confidence in the cr …

HMICFRS publishes annual assessment of England’s fire and rescue services

Her Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Fire and Rescue Services Sir Thomas Winsor has published his annual assessment of England’s fire and rescue services. APCC Lead on Fire, Staffordshire Commissioner for Police, Fire and Rescue and Crime, Matthew Ellis …

Record number of women among candidates contesting PCC and Mayoral elections

A record number of women are bidding to be Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) in the elections on May 6. With the deadline to stand having now past, analysis of the lists of candidates show that in England 30 women are standing in 35 seats, while …

PCCs welcome Domestic Abuse Act, but want sustainable funding for victims’ support services

The landmark Domestic Abuse Bill received Royal Assent today. Julia Mulligan - Joint Victims Lead for the APCC and the outgoing Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for North Yorkshire - said: ‘Domestic abuse has always been a priority for Police and …

Record number of women to govern policing across England and Wales

More than half of the police forces in England and Wales are to be governed by new Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs); Police, Fire and Crime Commissioners (PFCCs); and deputy mayors for policing – including a record number of women. Last week’s …

Mental Health Awareness Week: Connecting with nature

A blog from APCC Mental Health Lead Matthew Scott: Mental Health Awareness Week is always an important opportunity for us all to talk about this important issue. After a difficult year for so many of us, it remains something that should be at the to …

'PCCs are working to promote inclusivity and challenge injustices'

Statement from John Campion, West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner, on behalf of the APCC’s Equality, Diversity and Human Rights portfolio: Today marks the one year anniversary of the death of George Floyd. Whilst it happened thousands of miles …

More still needs to be done to attract BAME candidates into policing

The APCC’s Workforce Lead says more still needs to be done to attract Black and Ethnic Minority candidates into policing. Kim McGuinness was speaking today during a discussion on Police Recruitment During the Pandemic at the Police Federation Confer …

Officers and staff recognised for their exceptional work and dedication

Reacting to the Queen's Birthday Honours List 2021, Vice Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners Roger Hirst said: “On behalf of all PCCs across England and Wales, I’d like to congratulate the many police officers and staff who hav …

PCCs welcome the steps set out by the Government to ensure better support for rape victims

Today (18 June), the Government has published an action plan following its an end-to-end review into how the criminal justice system handles rape. Sophie Linden, London’s Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime, and APCC Victims’ Lead, said: “For too lo …

A probation system which prioritises rehabilitation leads to fewer crimes, and fewer victims

The Government has launched the new, unified Probation Service - to ensure there is better and more consistent supervision of offenders and closer working with the police, NHS and local authorities.  APCC Criminal Justice Lead and Hertfordshire PCC …

APCC welcomes part two of Dame Carol Black’s review, to which PCCs submitted evidence

Part Two of Dame Carol Black's independent review for Government, setting out a way forward on drug treatment and recovery, has been published today. The APCC’s joint leads for Alcohol and Substance Misuse, Joy Allen and David Sidwick, said: “The As …

Officers' pay freeze 'does not sit well given their outstanding service through these unprecedented times'

The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners Chair Marc Jones has issued a statement following the Government’s decision to accept the recommendations of the Police Remuneration Review Body, freezing police officer pay for those earning more tha …

Macpherson report: 22 years on

Twenty-two years on from the publication of the Macpherson report that followed the Inquiry into the racist murder of Stephen Lawrence, the Home Affairs Committee has found that whilst policing has changed for the better in many areas, there are stil …

ONS: Deaths related to drug poisoning in England and Wales

Office for National Statistics (ONS): There were 4,561 deaths related to drug poisoning in England and Wales in 2020. This is the highest number since records began in 1993 and up 3.8% from the previous year. Speaking on the rise in deaths related t …

Issue with evidential drug-driving samples is a cause for concern

The NPCC has issued a statement on issues with evidential drug-driving samples analysed by Synlab Laboratory Services Limited. In some cases, individuals have been convicted on evidence that is no longer reliable. Commenting on the issue, the APCC’s …

Custody is not an appropriate place for people suffering with mental ill health

After media reports highlighted the difficulties policing faces in detaining people experiencing mental ill health, due to shortages in beds, the APCC's Mental Health and Custody leads PCCs Lisa Townsend and PCC Emily Spurrell have issued a statement …

Public engagement and scrutiny are key to tackling Taser concerns

The APCC has responded to a report published today by the Independent Office of Police Conduct (IOPC). Lisa Townsend, APCC Mental Health and Custody Lead, said: “Today’s report identifies learning from some of the most serious and sensitive incident …

APCC keen to work with new national VAWG Lead Maggie Blyth

The APCCs’ Joint Victims Leads have welcomed the announcement that Maggie Blyth has been named the NPCC’s new national lead on Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG). Hampshire Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones, and London’s Deputy Mayor fo …

PCC stresses importance of public's role in fighting serious organised crime

The public needs to work with police forces, and the National Crime Agency, to help tackle the scourge of criminal gangs. That was the message from Hampshire Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones, also one of two APCC Joint Leads for Serious Org …

Have your say on potential changes to firearms licensing

Elected Police and Crime Commissioners are inviting the public to have their say on potential changes to the licensing of firearms and shotguns in England and Wales. Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners Marc Jones said: “There …

PCCs receiving £23.5 million for local projects to tackle violence against women and girls

Police and Crime Commissioners and local authorities across England and Wales are to receive a total of £23.5 million for local projects aimed at increasing the safety of public spaces for all, with a particular focus on tackling violence against wom …

EDHR Lead Alison Lowe sickened by 9% increase in hate crime

Official Home Office statistics released today show that police recorded 9% more hate crimes in 2020/21 compared with 2019/20. The majority of these hate crimes were racially motivated, accounting for around three-quarters of offences. APCC Lead for …

Addressing issues which disproportionately impact Black communities is the best way to build trust and confidence

West Yorkshire Deputy Mayor Alison Lowe, the APCC's Lead on Equality, Diversity and Human Rights, writes: Growing up in Leeds in the 1960s I knew that I was different. Not only was I a Black child living in a 4000-strong majority-White council estat …

How police and the CPS can improve charge and conviction rates for rape

Donna Jones, one of two Victims’ Leads at the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners, has told a panel of MPs the Crown Prosecution Service should be less risk-averse when considering charging suspects of Rape And Serious Sexual Offences (RASS …

Latest data shows the nature of criminality in our society is changing

The Office of National Statistics has today published data on crime in England and Wales for the year ending June 2021. Marc Jones, Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners, said: “Changes to people’s lives brought on by the pandem …

PCC-led projects receive share of £5million Safety of Women at Night Fund

Ten Police and Crime Commissioner-led projects which will make women feel safer at night in local communities have received support from the Government’s Safety of Women at Night Fund. The fund was launched in July with up to £5million available for …

Breaking the cycle of reoffending by giving offenders a second chance at a family life

Offenders with alcohol dependency issues are being offered a second chance at a family life thanks to projects being supported by elected Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs). Speaking at the start of Alcohol Awareness Week, the Association of Poli …

APCC Chair: 'The public can’t just be safe, they have to feel safe'

Marc Jones, Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners, has this morning laid out the need to restore public confidence in policing. Addressing delegates at the annual APCC-NPCC Partnership Summit, he said: "This is the first Summit …

APCC welcomes decision to ban ‘practically medieval’ virginity testing

Police and Crime Commissioners welcome Parliament’s decision to amend the Health and Care Bill to ban so-called ‘virginity testing’ in England and Wales, including making it illegal to offer such tests. Joint Victims Leads Donna Jones, the PCC for H …

PCCs welcome national plan to cut drugs supply and demand, and invest in rehabilitation

The APCC’s Addictions and Substance Misuse portfolio has welcomed the Government’s new three-pronged strategy to tackling drugs in communities across England and Wales. Joint portfolio leads Durham PCC Joy Allen and Dorset PCC David Sidwick said: “P …

Tackling race disparity in policing and the criminal justice system

The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners has set out its latest plan to improve Black communities’ confidence in policing and the criminal justice system. West Yorkshire Deputy Mayor Alison Lowe, and West Mercia PCC John Campion, are Joint …

PCC highlights need for public awareness of gang-related crime in communities

The public needs to be more aware of the gang-related crime and paedophile rings operating across the country, according to the APCC’s national lead on serious and organised crime. Donna Jones, the elected Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire …

ICVA committed to ensuring ICV schemes are focused on equality and diversity

The APCC's Deputy Mental Health and Custody lead PCC Emily Spurrell has welcomed Just Visiting? - a report published today by the Independent Custody Visiting Association (ICVA) and the Criminal Justice Alliance on tackling race and gender inequaliti …

APCC welcomes funding which will complete the recruitment of 20,000 new police officers

The Government has today published its Provisional Police Funding Settlement for 2022/23. Commenting on the Minister of State for Crime and Policing's statement, APCC Finance Lead Roger Hirst said: "PCCs welcome this funding which will enable us to …

New Year's Honours list 2022

APCC Chair Marc Jones said: “Police and Crime Commissioners would like to congratulate all those who are receiving New Year’s Honours for their hard work and community service. “The New Year Honours list recognises the achievements and service of pe …

APCC Welcomes PCC Review Recommendations

APCC Welcomes PCC Review Recommendations The Home Secretary has today set out the recommendations of Part Two of the Police and Crime Commissioner Review. Responding to the statement APCC Chair Marc Jones said: “Police and Crime Commissioners we …

State of Policing: The Annual Assessment of Policing in England and Wales 2021

Responding to Her Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Constabulary’s report, APCC Chair Marc Jones said: “The Report highlights the complex environment that policing operates in and recognises the fact that, over the last two years during the pandemic, po …

APCC portfolio responds to Home Affairs Select Committee Report on spiking

Responding to the Home Affairs Select Committee’s report on spiking, Joint Leads for the APCC’s Addictions and Substance Misuse Portfolio, PCCs Joy Allen and David Sidwick, said: “We were pleased to have contributed to the Committee’s important inq …

Criminal Justice Think Piece

APCC Criminal Justice Lead, David Lloyd and Deputy Lead, Emily Spurrell: “We have known for some time that there are deep rooted issues in the criminal justice system and, as a result, victims are having to wait far too long for justice. It simply i …

NPCC and College of Policing’s Race Action Plan

APCC Equality, Diversity, and Human Rights Leads, Alison Lowe OBE and John Campion respond to the publication of the NPCC and College of Policing’s Race Action Plan: Improving Policing for Black People “As the public’s voice in policing, Police and …

APCC Joint Victims Leads Donna Jones & Sophie Linden respond to the publication of draft Victims Bill

The Government has announced that it will be publishing a draft Victims Bill for pre-legislative scrutiny, a prerequisite to implement a Victims Law. APCC Joint Victims Leads Donna Jones & Sophie Linden respond to the publication of draft Victim …

New non-fatal strangulation offence comes into force

Abusers who strangle their partners in an attempt to control or induce fear will face up to 5 years behind bars when a new offence comes into force today.   APCC Victims Leads, Donna Jones and Sophie Linden respond to the announcement: “This is a s …

End to Friday prison releases

Government announces the end to vulnerable prisoners being released on a Friday. David Lloyd and Emily Spurrell APCC Leads for Criminal Justice respond to the announcement: “We welcome the government announcement which will see an end to vulnerable …

Fraud a priority in all Police and Crime Plans

Fraud is now a priority in all PCCs Police and Crime plans confirms APCC Lead at an evidence session in the House of Lords on Thursday, 16 June. National Lead for Economic and Cyber Crime and PCC for Avon and Somerset Mark Shelford gave oral evidenc …

Drugs Strategy vital in reducing crime

Joint APCC Addictions and Substance Misuse Leads say the effective implementation of the government’s Drugs Strategy is ‘critical in reducing crime and ensuring community safety’. On Wednesday 15 June, the government announced their vision for Comba …

'Deeply concerning' report highlights fundamental areas for improvement

Statements from APCC Leads on the police super-complaint: forces response to police perpetrated domestic abuse report. APCC Joint Victims Leads Donna Jones and Sophie Linden, said: “It is deeply concerning that victims have been let down and, in s …

ASB not a police problem but a partnership problem

APCC Local Policing Leads reinforce the collective responsibility that we all have in tackling anti-social behaviour (ASB) as part of ASB Awareness Week. The week which runs from 18 – 25 July aims to raise awareness of the impact of anti-social beha …

New consequences for drug possession

APCC Leads respond to Government’s White Paper entitled ‘Swift, Certain, Tough. New Consequences for Drug Possession’. In a joint statement Addictions and Substance Misuse Leads and Police and Crime Commissioners Joy Allen (Durham) and David Sidwick …

Fourth round of Safer Streets funding announced

The Home Office has awarded £50million through the Safer Streets Fund to tackle violence against women and girls and prevent crime and harm in our communities.  PCCs across England and Wales have welcomed cash injections, as part of the fourth round …

Leading the way in tackling climate change

APCC Environment and Sustainability Leads say Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) are ‘at the heart of the decarbonisation agenda’ in the latest In Focus report published today, Tuesday 2 August. Climate change is an important issue for the Britis …

New legal guidance on street-based sexual harassment

Street harassment such as cyber-flashing, up-skirting or the exposure of genitals in a public place are crimes which can and will be prosecuted, says the Crown Prosecution Service, as new legal guidance is published.   The guidance comes following a …

HMICFRS Finding time for crime report

APCC response to HMICFRS ‘Finding time for crime’ report - The police response to burglary, robbery and other acquisitive crime APCC Joint Local Policing Leads and Police and Crime Commissioners Steve Turner and Jeff Cuthbert said: “Acquisitive crim …

NCA Director General set to prioritise fraud

Home Secretary Priti Patel has appointed Graeme Biggar CBE as Director General of the National Crime Agency (NCA) to lead the fight against serious and organised crime and bring drug and people traffickers to justice. One of his focuses as Director …

Sterner sanctions introduced in updated misconduct guidance

The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners Transparency and Accountability Lead and Police and Crime Commissioner Giles Orpen-Smellie, said: “We welcome the updated guidance for police misconduct proceedings published by the College of Policin …

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II 1926-2022

Marc Jones, Chair of the Association of Crime Commissioners, said: “Today is a momentously sad day. On behalf of all elected Police and Crime Commissioners, I want to pass on our deepest respects and condolences to all members of the Royal Family dur …

PCCs support Project EDWARD

Police and Crime Commissioners across England and Wales, along with Police Chiefs, are backing the week of action for Project EDWARD – Every Day Without A Road Death – to promote good practice in road safety. The week commences on Monday 17 October …

CPS blueprint for prosecuting rape has improved charge rates

New data from the Crown Projection Service reveals charge rates for rape have increased along with rape referrals from police forces.  APCC Joint Leads for Victims, Donna Jones and Sophie Linden, said: "The Blueprint represents a necessary step fo …

More to do to end stop and search disparity

Official Government statistics on police powers and stop and search have been released today, Thursday 27 October. The statistics for year ending 31 March 2022 show a slight increase in outcomes following stop and search and a decrease in race dispa …

HMICFRS release report on vetting, misconduct and misogyny

Marc Jones, Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners, said: “The public rightly expects the highest standards from our officers and this report presents a deeply concerning picture in relation to vetting, misconduct and misogyny in …

APCC Chair Marc Jones speech at Partnership Summit

Marc Jones, Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners Ladies and gentlemen. It’s truly a privilege to have the opportunity to open this partnership summit alongside Martin Hewitt. This is my second and final summit as Chair of the …

Blog: A decade of Making a Difference

In 1829 Robert Peel created the Metropolitan Police service and back then he understood the vital importance of having members of the public involved in the scrutiny, oversight and governance of policing. It is with that heritage that we are marking …

Fraud Lead urges public to be extra vigilant ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday

APCC Lead for Fraud Mark Shelford is calling on the public to be extra vigilant when shopping online ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday.  APCC Fraud Lead and Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for Avon and Somerset, Mark Shelford, said: “Whilst …

New laws introduced to better protect victims

Today, Friday 25 November, the Ministry of Justice has announced new laws to better protect victims from abuse of intimate images.  Under a planned amendment to the Online Safety Bill, people who share so-called ‘deepfakes’ – explicit images or vide …

Digital Forensics Lead responds to HMICFRS report

HMICFRS has today, Thursday 1 December, published their findings into how well the police and other agencies use digital forensics in their investigations.  The report found that police forces were overwhelmed and ineffective when it comes to digita …

Avoidable deaths in police custody

The Independent Advisory Panel on Deaths in Custody (IAPDC) has today, 2 December 2022, published a report which brings together, for the first time, a wide range of policing practice across England and Wales to prevent deaths at the point of arrest, …

PCCs and Parliamentarians warned of the dangers of illegal money lending in the lead up to Christmas

Fuel and food are amongst the most common reasons why people are borrowing from illegal money lenders, revealed an expert from the England Illegal Money Lending Team at a briefing session for Parliamentarians and Police and Crime Commissioners held t …

Road Safety Lead responds to E-Scooter report

APCC Road Safety Lead Katy Bourne has responded to the National Evaluation of E-scooters report released by Transport for London on 15 December.  Road Safety Lead and Sussex Police & Crime Commissioner Katy Bourne said: “The ‘Evaluation of E-Sco …

Blog: Chair reflects on the year that marked a decade of PCCs

This year marked 10 years since Police and Crime Commissioners were first elected as the democratic voice of the public. It has been a difficult and challenging year for policing and the criminal justice system to say the least, and whilst there ar …

This is a significant step for the criminal justice system

Donna Jones, Joint Victims Lead for the APCC and PCC for Hampshire and Isle of Wight has reacted to the government’s amendment to the upcoming Victims Bill which will now recognise children born as a result of rape as victims for the first time. Res …

PCCs gain new responsibilities in bid to tackle serious violence

Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) and Deputy Mayors have gained new responsibilities from today, Tuesday 31 January, in a bid to tackle and prevent serious violence in communities.   The Serious Violence Duty is a new legal requirement which wil …

Improving criminal justice outcomes for women

APCC Custody Lead has welcomed the publication of the Female Offender Strategy Delivery Plan today, Tuesday 31 January. The delivery plan sets out how the Government will deliver four overarching priorities to improve outcomes for women in, or at r …

PCCs meet with Ministers to push forward drugs agenda

With around half of all homicides and acquisitive crimes estimated to be drug-related, the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners’ (APCC) Joint Addiction and Substance Misuse Leads met with ministers to advocate the importance of prevention an …

Mental health and policing

The Home Secretary Rt Hon Suella Braverman has today, Thursday 23 February, written to Chief Constables and Police and Crime Commissioners to set out details and timings of work by partners to address mental health demand.  APCC Lead for Mental Heal …

Celebrating our female leaders this International Women's Day

On International Women’s Day this Wednesday 8 March, we are shining a light on some of our inspirational female leaders and the vital work they do locally and in their capacity as national portfolio leads. Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) and D …

VAWG Leads respond to first data on police performance

APCC Joint Leads for Victims and Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG), Donna Jones and Sophie Linden said: “Policing leaders must take every possible step to root out those in their workforce who do not uphold the high standard expected of them. …

APCC launches ‘Tackling Addictions in Focus’

With half of all homicides and acquisitive crimes believed to be drug-related, tackling drugs may be the single biggest thing that Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) can do to prevent crime and make communities safe. The APCC's 'Tackling Addictio …

Policing Vision 2030

The sector-led Strategic Policing Partnership Board has developed Vision 2030 which builds on the successes of the Policing Vision 2025 to make transformative change across the whole of policing. This revised Vision will ensure we are all aiming at t …

New NPCC chair welcomed

APCC Chair Marc Jones said: “On behalf of all Police and Crime Commissioners I want to welcome Gavin in his new role as Chair of the NPCC. “This is a pivotal time for policing and while there will be issues we need to tackle, I am confident that we …

Fraud Strategy must recognise profound impact on victims

The Association of Police and Crime Commissioner's National Fraud Lead has welcomed the publication of the Government’s Fraud Strategy but says that it must recognise the fundamental challenges in investigating fraud and the devastating impact on vic …

Second Reading of Victims and Prisoners Bill

APCC Joint Victims Leads Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones and Deputy Mayor Sophie Linden, said: "We are pleased to see the Victims and Prisoners’ Bill having second reading today and welcome the prominence of PCCs within the Bill as key advo …

Safety and security of candidates and elected officials

APCC Chair Marc Jones, said: “Those who stand for elected office should be able to do so without fear for their safety or the safety of their family. “Anybody who feels that they have suffered harassment or abuse, whether they are standing for offi …

All police forces now attending every home burglary

Responding to the announcement that all police forces are now attending every home burglary, APCC Chair Marc Jones said: “We welcome the prompt action taken by police chiefs to implement this policy across all forces. “Burglary is an incredibly inv …

GOVERNMENT CRACKDOWN ON IMAGE-BASED ABUSE

New amendments to the Online Safety Bill will protect victims of so called “revenge porn” by changing current laws which require the prosecution to prove that perpetrators shared sexual images or films in order to cause distress. MoJ press release  …

Alcohol Awareness Week – ‘Alcohol and Cost’

Speaking at the start of Alcohol Awareness Week, David Sidwick and Joy Allen, the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners’ Addiction and Substance Misuse Leads, have highlighted the huge costs of alcohol-related crime and anti-social behaviour …

ASB Awareness Week - 'Know Your Rights'

ASB Awareness Week – ‘Know Your Rights’ APCC Joint Local Policing Leads, Jeff Cuthbert and Steve Turner, reinforce the collective responsibility we all have to tackle anti-social behaviour in our communities as part of this year’s ASB Awareness Week …

Safer Streets funding

The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners’ Joint Prevention Lead Festus Akinbusoye, said: “We welcome the opportunity to build upon the excellent prevention activities delivered over the previous rounds of the Safer Streets Fund. “Safer Stre …

National leader pledges commitment to clean up policing

The new Chair for the national body which represents Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) has pledged her commitment to clean up policing and reset police-public relations. Donna Jones, the elected PCC for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight has been …

Drug Strategy Annual Report published

The Government presented its first Annual Report on delivery of the ten year ‘Harm to Hope’ strategy to Parliament on 20 July, with the Policing Minister reaffirming that delivery of the strategy is one of the Government’s ‘top priorities’. David Si …

Pursuing all reasonable lines of enquiry

Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners, Donna Jones, said: “I welcome the clarity from the Home Secretary and Policing Minister and their clear expectations for police to pursue all crimes where there is evidence available. The r …

Offenders ordered to attend sentencing hearings

Criminals who try to evade the final moment of justice will be ordered into the dock to attend their sentencing – and will face longer behind bars if they refuse to appear. The reforms announced today (Wednesday 30 August) will create a new power fo …

APCC responds to Home Affairs Select Committee on Drug Policy

APCC Addictions & Substance Misuse Leads, Durham PCC Joy Allen and Dorset PCC David Sidwick, respond to Home Affairs Committee report - ‘Reform law and expand treatment options to tackle cost of drugs on society’: “We welcomed the opportunity t …

How PCCs are working with partners to prevent serious violence

The APCC has published ‘Innovative & Effective Approaches to Tackling Serious Violence'. Violent crime has a devastating impact on victims and communities, and is extremely costly to society, but police forces and other agencies cannot work in i …

APCC Chair supports Home Secretary's firearms review

Donna Jones, Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners, has welcomed the Home Secretary’s review into the process and governance of police use of firearms, specifically after discharging a weapon. Today (Monday 25 September), Donna …

Chair responds to BBC investigation into Body Worn Video

Police have been accused of misusing body-worn video in England and Wales after a BBC investigation unveils more than 150 incidents where police have turned off cameras or shared footage on WhatsApp.  In response, Chair of the Association of Police …

IOPC annual report on police complaints

Donna Jones, Chair of the APCC responds to the IOPC annual report on police complaints:   “The increased number of complaints reflects the public response following high-profile cases involving police officers which impacted public confidence in pol …

PCCS AT THE CENTRE OF DECARBONISATION AGENDA

APCC Environment and Sustainability Joint Lead Joy Allen addressed emergency services professionals this week (Thursday 19 October) at the Greenfleet event, dedicated to decarbonising the UK’s blue light and defence sector, on the work being undertak …

APCC responds to six-month progress update on Home Office’s ASB Action Plan

Donna Jones, Chair of the APCC and Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, said: “Following the government’s launch of the ASB Action Plan in March, PCCs have hit the ground running to deliver meaningful change from this …

APCC welcomes fifth round of Safer Streets funding

The Home Office has awarded Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) £42m through the Safer Streets Fund to build on current progress to tackle neighbourhood crime, violence against women and girls (VAWG) and anti-social behaviour. As part of the fifth …

APCC welcomes the positive changes to the criminal records disclosure regime

The Ministry of Justice have announced positive changes to the criminal records disclosure regime.  The change significantly reduces the time people with criminal convictions are legally required to declare them to potential employers after serving t …

APCC responds to confirmation Nitrous Oxide will be banned from 8 November

APCC Addictions & Substance Misuse Leads, Durham PCC Joy Allen and Dorset PCC David Sidwick, have welcomed confirmation from the Government that nitrous oxide (laughing gas) will be illegal from November 8 2023. “We welcome the ban that comes in …

Welsh Affairs Committee hears from the Police and Crime Commissioners of Wales’ four police forces

Yesterday, the four Welsh Police and Crime Commissioners gave evidence to the Parliamentary Welsh Affairs Committee, chaired by Stephen Crabb MP. This was to explore how each Police and Crime Commissioner executed their duties as an elected represe …

APCC Chair gives evidence before Home Affairs Select Committee

APCC Chair Donna Jones appeared before the Home Affairs Select Committee this week (Wednesday 8 November) where she gave evidence on the positive impact PCCs have made since their introduction in 2012. The hearing formed part of the Committee’s inqui …

Home Affairs Select Committee report on Policing Priorities – APCC Chair responds

In response to a report entitled ‘Policing Priorities’ published Friday 10 November 2023 by the Home Affairs Select Committee, Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners, Donna Jones said: “The report rightly emphasises the importanc …

APCC Chair, Donna Jones, comments on the Shadow Home Secretary’s speech made today

"It was good to hear from the Shadow Home Secretary, Yvette Cooper and her thoughts on supporting the role of Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs), through the APCC nationally, and recognising the role of PCCs in funding local services and coordinat …

Home Secretary welcomed to the APCC NPCC Partnership Summit 2023

APCC Chair, Donna Jones said: “It was great to welcome the new Home Secretary to the APCC/NPCC Partnership Summit, in collaboration with the College of Policing. We're grateful for him attending after just four days in post. His words on working tog …

APCC Victims Leads support the International Day for Elimination of Violence Against Women

Saturday (November 25), marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women Supporting the campaign and the subsequent 16 Days of Action, APCC Joint Leads for Victims, Sophie Linden and Caroline Henry, said: “Tackling Violenc …

APCC Leads respond to government’s announced ban on twenty dangerous drugs

Following advice from the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs (ACMD), 15 new dangerous synthetic opioids will become Class A drugs under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971. The government has announced a further five dangerous substances will be contro …

APCC supports national Christmas drink and drug driving campaign

APCC Roads Policing and Transport Lead Lisa Townsend and Deputy Lead Joy Allen are supporting the national policing operation targeting drink and drug drivers this Christmas. Operation Limit will see all police forces across England and Wales incre …

APCC Leads comment on the Home Office led drive to reduce homicides associated with the night-time economy

Following research commissioned by the Home Office, which demonstrated that the largest cluster of homicide victims between April 2019 and March 2022 was males aged over 25 killed in a public space, the Home Office has decided to launch an initiative …

APCC Leads respond to the independent review on Taser disproportionality published today

Alison Lowe, APCC Joint Lead for Equality, Diversity and Human Rights and West Yorkshire Deputy Mayor for Police and Crime: “It is hugely concerning that the disparity that sees Tasers used more by the police against Black people, and for longer, th …

Response from APCC Chair to new Duty of Candour for Chief Officers

Responding to the new Duty of Candour contained in the College of Policing's Code of Practice for Ethical Policing, Chair of the APCC, Donna Jones said: Born out of the awful events following the Hillsborough tragedy, the new Duty of Candour marks a …

APCC Chair response to steps to improve police standards and culture

Responding to the Policing Minister's recent statement to Parliament on actions to improve police standards and culture, Chair of the APCC, Dona Jones, said: "PCCs noted with concern the HMICFRS report on Vetting, counter-corruption and misconduct i …

APCC CHAIR STATEMENT ON LATEST CRIME STATISTICS

Responding to the latest police recorded crime statistics and the British Crime Survey for the year to the end of September 2023 in England and Wales, the APCC Chair, Donna Jones, said: "Seeing any increase in crime is concerning and particularly so …

HOME OFFICE DATA ON POLICE CUSTODY AND MENTAL HEALTH DETENTIONS

The release of Home Office data on police custody and mental health detentions supports and enables greater transparency in policing, work which is already being driven by PCCs across England and Wales. The Association of Police and Crime Commission …

APCC Joint Victims Lead Responds to the launch of the Victims’ Code Campaign

The Victims’ Code is a practical guide to help victims of crime understand what they can expect from the criminal justice system.  It sets out the minimum level of service that victims should receive in England and Wales. As the Ministry of Justice …

APCC RESPONDS TO ANNOUNCEMENT OF FUNDING FOR ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR HOTSPOT POLICING

The government has announced that every police force in England and Wales will receive at least £1 million to ramp up patrols to tackle violence and disorder, targeted in areas with high levels of anti-social behaviour.   It is estimated that the fu …

APCC Responds to Latest Knife and Offensive Weapon Sentencing Data

New Ministry of Justice (MoJ) data for Knife and Offensive Weapon Sentencing Statistics has been published from July to September 2023. Responding to the statistics, APCC Criminal Justice Lead David Lloyd (Hertfordshire PCC) and deputy lead Emily Sp …

APCC COMMENTS ON RESULTS FROM ANNUAL OPERATION TO TACKLE DRINK AND DRUG DRIVING

The National Police Chiefs Council has published the results of Operation Limit, the annual national police operation targeting drink and drug driving in the period up to and around Christmas 2023. Responding to the results, APCC lead on drink and …

APCC Chair Donna Jones on the Home Affairs Committee’s Final Report on the Policing of Protests

APCC Chair Donna Jones, Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire and Isle of Wight, said: “The response to large-scale protests places significant strain on policing resources, piling extra pressure on forces and their ability to deal with the ot …

APCC Joint Victims Leads respond to the Angiolini Inquiry Part 1 Report findings

Following publication today of the Angiolini Inquiry Part 1 Report, the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners’ APCC's Joint Victims Leads, Sophie Linden and Caroline Henry said:   "Reading Lady Angiolini’s findings today must have been immen …

APCC welcomes the first Police Staff Week of Celebration and Recognition

The first-ever Police Staff Week of Celebration and Recognition takes place this week (4th to 8th March 2024). Launched by the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC), with support from the College of Policing, the week will shine a spotlight on the …

APCC's IN Focus: Tackling Business & Retail Crime

Business Crime Matters! The APCC has published its Tackling Business & Retail Crime In Focus report, which includes a range of case studies that demonstrate the many collaborative and evidence-based approaches being implemented by Police and Cri …

PCCs and police forces jointly launch national Anti-Corruption and Abuse Reporting Service

Police forces and Police and Crime Commissioners are today jointly launching the new national Anti-Corruption and Abuse Reporting Service. It follows a  successful roll-out at the Met Police. The public can anonymously or confidentially report corru …

APCC welcomes results of police week of action targeting County Lines drugs supply operations

In response to publication of the results of a week of action by police targeting County Lines drugs gangs, APCC joint leads for serious violence, Simon Foster and Steve Turner, said: “County Lines is a despicable act of grooming by dangerous crimina …

PCC elections bring increased diversity in policing governance in England and Wales

The 2024 intake of those elected to hold policing publicly accountable in England and Wales is the most diverse since the role of Police and Crime Commissioner was created. Following last week’s elections, of the 37 Police and Crime Commissioners (PC …

APCC Addictions and Substance Misuse Leads welcome plan to widen access to the overdose antidote Naloxone

APCC Addictions and Substance Misuse Leads, David Sidwick and Joy Allen, have welcomed the Department of Health and Social Care’s announcement that the government will expand the availability of the counter-overdose treatment, Naloxone. The change wi …

APCC Chair comment on prison early release scheme

APCC Chair, Donna Jones, attended the first National Criminal Justice Board chaired by the Lord Chancellor and was briefed on the Government announcement to extend the prison release scheme to urgently address prison overcrowding: “I was briefed yes …

APCC Addictions Leads respond to new findings on scale of problem gambling

APCC Addictions and Substance Misuse leads, PCCs Joy Allen and David Sidwick, have expressed their concerns following the publication of the largest ever survey of gambling in Great Britain. The Gambling Commission’s Gambling Survey found that:    …

APCC Chair comments on major incident in Southport

Statement from Donna Jones, Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC), following the declaration of a major incident in Southport, Merseyside: "I am deeply concerned to hear about the major incident in Southport today. My tho …

APCC Addictions Leads' statement on the dangers of nitrous oxide

Following the recent emergence of footage appearing to show Tottenham footballer, Yves Bissouma, inhaling nitrous oxide, the APCC’s leads on Addictions and Substance Misuse Joy Allen and David Sidwick have issued the following statement: "Nitrous ox …

APCC statement on early prisoner release scheme

On the day that more than 1700 prisoners are being released early in England and Wales to reduce prison overcrowding, the APCC’s Joint Leads on Criminal Justice, Danielle Stone and Donna Jones, said: “Extending the release of prisoners on standard d …

APCC BACKS REVIEW OF PROGRESS ON 10-YEAR DRUGS PLAN TO CUT CRIME AND SAVE LIVES

In response to the LGA's review of progress two years into the government's 10-year plan to cut drug-related crime and save lives, "From harm to hope", the APCC's Joint Leads on Addictions and Substance Misuse, Joy Allen and David Sidwick, said:  “W …

Emily Spurrell elected as APCC Chair

Emily Spurrell has been elected as Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC). She is the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for Merseyside. Emily takes over as APCC Chair from Donna Jones, PCC for Hampshire and the Isle of Wi …

APCC Chair Marks National Police Memorial Day

Emily Spurrell, Chair of the APCC and Police and Crime Commissioner for Merseyside, said: “This is such an incredibly important and poignant day when we come together to remember and pay tribute to police officers who have made the ultimate sacrific …

Alison Lowe OBE, Deputy Mayor of West Yorkshire

Alison Lowe OBE is the Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime (DMPC) in West Yorkshire. Ms Lowe was formerly Chief Executive at Touchstone, a mental health and wellbeing charity based in West and South Yorkshire, she specialised in working with diverse …

Alison Lowe OBE

APCC Chair statement after Met Police firearms officer cleared of murder

A Metropolitan Police firearms officer, Martyn Blake, has been acquitted of the murder of Chris Kaba in south London in September 2022. Following the Old Bailey jury’s not guilty verdict, Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (AP …

West Midlands PCC Trainee Accountant – 3.5 years FTC

The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner holds the West Midlands Police to account for its Policing outcomes and its value for money in the spending of its £0.75Bn budget. Our challenge is to ensure that both the Force and the OPCC spend all f …

APCC welcomes lifting of "lifetime licences" for released IPP offenders

Responding to a Ministry of Justice announcement ending lifetime licenses for rehabilitated offenders who received indefinite sentences for public protection (IPPs), the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners’ Joint Lead on Criminal Justice, D …

Oliver Coppard

Danielle Stone

Jo Coles