Have your say on policing priorities in north Wales

Members of the public are being invited to have their say on what they think the priorities of North Wales Police should be for the next four years.

The consultation, which runs until September 27, has been launched by the North Wales Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Andy Dunbobbin.

Mr Dunbobbin was re-elected in May 2024 and, as part of his role, he has a duty to create a plan that sets priorities for North Wales Police to work to, to fight crime across the region.

Other key aspects of being PCC include deciding the budget for the Police and holding the Chief Constable to account for the performance of the Force.

In his manifesto prior to his election, the PCC declared that his key pledges for his time as PCC would be:

• A local neighbourhood policing presence.
• Supporting victims, communities and businesses.
• A fair and effective criminal justice system.
• A visible and responsible Police and Crime Commissioner.

Now in a move to help shape his Police and Crime Plan for the next four years, the PCC is now urging members of the public to have their say on how North Wales policed should be policed.

The feedback will be incorporated into the plan and will help shape future services and the allocation of resources by Police over the coming four years of his term of office.

According to Mr Dunbobbin the “people of North Wales know what is best for them and their communities and this is no different when it comes to policing.”

“That’s why I am urging people from all communities, backgrounds, ages and walks of life to have their say in my consultation on the Police and Crime Plan,” he added.

“This plan will help guide North Wales Police’s work for the next four years and so it’s important we get it right and reflect the wishes of the people.

“I was elected in May to be the voice of the people in policing in North Wales and the launch of this survey also comes very soon after the election of a new UK Government, with a new agenda for fighting crime.

“Therefore, now is the right time to consult with our communities and ensure we are all working together at every level to reduce crime, keep people safe and ensure harmony and co-operation in our communities. So, make sure you have your say!”

The PCC’s consultation and survey are fully bilingual in Welsh and English (as well as Easy Read), and print copies are available at libraries and police stations across North Wales.

Residents can also email or write to request a copy to be sent to them.

Representatives of the office of the Police and Crime Commissioner will also be at locations, county shows and community events across North Wales throughout the survey period to engage with people in person to complete the survey.

Residents can fill in the survey via the following links:

• Welsh: www.surveymonkey.com/r/Ymgynghoriad-CHTh2024
• English: www.surveymonkey.com/r/PCC-consultation2024

To receive a paper copy by post, contact the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner in the following ways:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 01492 805486
• Post: Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner North Wales, Police Headquarters. Glan y Don, Colwyn Bay, LL29 8AW

The consultation launches on 15 July 2024 and closes on the 27 September 2024.