| PCC Clare Moody launches new Police and Crime Plan, shaped by public |
| PCC Clare Moody has launched her Police and Crime Plan to guide the work of Avon and Somerset Police over the next five years. The plan reflects the priorities tested with the public through extensive consultation, including contributions from over 1,400 members of the public through an online survey, public forums, postal surveys, and targeted focus groups. It was presented to the Avon and Somerset Police and Crime Panel – the statutory partnership that supports and scrutinises the decisions and activities of the Avon and Somerset Police and Crime Commissioner, last week. The plan focuses on five key priorities for policing: Strengthening neighbourhood policing, including tackling anti-social behaviour Reducing violent crime, particularly male violence against women and girls and serious youth violence Preventing crime Supporting victims Improving policing standards PCC Clare Moody will develop a detailed action plan in early 2025, which will be regularly updated throughout her time in office. PCC Clare Moody said: “I want to ensure that Avon and Somerset Police deliver an efficient and effective service to all residents. This plan sets the conditions for success and lays the foundations for safer, more resilient communities now and for future generations – I want to thank everyone who contributed to the consultation”. The response was outstanding and much appreciated.“ My team and I worked hard to make sure we heard from as many people as possible, including those whose voices are often under-represented in policing. Through forums, surveys, and focus groups, we were able to gather many valuable insights. “The next phase will focus on developing an action plan that incorporates many of the ideas shared during the consultation. I am determined to make real progress on the priorities the public has said matter most to them.” |