TACKLING antisocial behaviour and a greater focus on community policing are just two of the highlights of the King’s Speech for Cleveland Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC.)
Cleveland PCC Matt Storey has welcomed measures announced by King Charles III in his speech to Parliament.
A number of crime and community safety policies were among the 35 bills and other measures announced as part of the new Government’s agenda.
In addition many of the measures announced mirrored those in the PCC’s draft Police and Crime Plan.
An exciting agenda
Cleveland PCC Matt said: “The King’s Speech is an exciting agenda putting community policing at the heart of the Home Secretary’s plans to make our communities safer – something which I am passionate about.
“I look forward to seeing how that will be delivered and what the promise of 13,000 more police officers means for our area.
“Tackling violence against women and girls is at the top of my agenda. That commitment along with tackling ASB and off road bikes are key elements in my draft Police and Crime Plan. I am pleased that the Government’s agenda marries up with my own.
“I look forward to working with the Home Office and The Ministry of Justice over the next four years to lobby for Cleveland.
“I want to make sure our voice is heard at central government level and we make the most of the opportunities, which the King’s Speech presents for us.”
Police and Crime Plan
Consultation on Cleveland’s draft Police and Crime Plan started this week. It contains the following six priorities:
- Delivering visible and effective policing
- Reducing crime, antisocial behaviour and harm
- Improving safety for women and girls
- Building trust and confidence in policing and the justice system
- Ensuring the right support for victims and vulnerable people
- Tackling offending and re-offending
To take part in the consultation, go to:
Introduction : Police and Crime Plan 2024-2028 Survey (smartsurvey.co.uk)