By Harry Mottram: The Home Secretary has announced the ending of the roles of elected Police and Crime Commissioners in 2028 in order to save money. Shabana Mahmood said: “I believe the position of a Police and Crime Commissioner, unfortunately, has not worked. Without necessary investment in creating a public profile, too many voters were unaware of the existence of the position, or its occupant.”
Clare Moody, Police and Crime Commissioner for Avon and Somerset, said: “It is important to stress that this is not an immediate change. The current system remains in place until 2028, and all the important work underway, including commissioning vital support services, scrutinising police performance and building safer communities, continues as normal. I want to reassure partners, community groups and residents that current commissioning, funding and scrutiny work will continue. The relationships and partnerships built across our communities remain central and will be maintained throughout any transition. This will not be a rushed process. It will be carefully planned, and more details will be shared as they become available. Above all, my focus remains the same – working with the police to keep people safe, supporting victims and working with partners and communities to prevent crime and harm. I will continue to deliver on that mission with the same commitment, openness and collaboration that underpin everything I do.”
Clare Moody won the 2024 election beating the Conservative predecessor Mark Shelford by more than 4,900 votes but with only a 23% turnout. The post of PCC will end in 2028 while their office and employees are expected to be transferred the Metro Mayor in Bath’s case – Helen Godwin.
You can find out more on PCC Clare Moody’s work at https://www.avonandsomerset-pcc.gov.uk/
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