Time running out to have say on police budget

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Tuesday, 2 January 2024 06:00

By Shaun Moore

Residents in West Mercia have less than a week to have their say on the setting of West Mercia Police's budget for the coming financial year.

Improvements to both emergency and non emergency lines and more officers are among the pledges being made by the Police and Crime Commisioner, John Campion in his proposals.

The PCC will continue his focus on commissioning victim services, to ensure people can access support when they need it, as well as preventative and diversionary activity to prevent crime from happening in the first place.

PCC John Campion said: “The views of the public are incredibly important to me as I make my decision for this year’s budget. I have been planning for an increase, due to the rise in inflation and the cost of policing, however with inflation rising far higher than expected it has meant I am having to review my proposals in order to ensure the level of service isn’t affected.

“Despite these financial challenges, ensuring communities receive a level of service they expect from West Mercia Police is non-negotiable. I am therefore committing to ensuring resources are directed towards the areas that matter most to the public, so they feel the benefits of the investment I have made to date.”

Residents of Herefordshire, Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and Worcestershire can have their say until 7^th January 2024 by completing the PCC’s consultation.

View the draft budget report here.

View the consultation here.