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Policing needs a funding formula review now say PCCs
This [National Audit Office] report makes clear the urgent need for a review of the funding formula for policing. The model is outdated and does not take into account the needs of policing and our neighbourhoods, including rural areas. And the continued use of this formula is compounding the disparity between police forces making it harder for PCCs and Chief Constables. Forces can no longer wait for change - a review must happen now.
PCC launches vehicle crime and tool theft awareness campaign
Vehicle crime is currently down in the Thames Valley compared to last year, but I want this trend to continue which is why I have launched a campaign to focus on vehicle and tool theft. Having your vehicle stolen or something stolen from it isn’t just an inconvenience, it can also result in financial loss, emotional stress and, depending on where the theft took place, security and community safety concerns.
£200,000 taken from criminals going to local crime prevention initiatives
Police & Crime Commissioner, Matthew Barber has awarded nearly £200,000 to 49 community and voluntary organisations to support crime prevention initiatives
We’d like to (look like we want to) know what you think?
Controversial view: we consult the public too much in this country. Calm down, let me explain.
The lip service paid to consultations is damaging for everyone. If you are going to ask the people what they want, you have to listen to the answer.
Design a Christmas Card
Entries are now open for my 2025 Christmas Card competition. Unleash your child’s creativity to create the best design across Thames Valley.
Is the government having an identity crisis?
The principle of a more joined up, efficient government is one I whole-heartedly support. Yet a compulsory ID scheme, intended more to get the government out of a difficult situation than solve any real problems will only cost us all more, whilst making the way we live our lives in this country just that little bit worse.