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Update on Part Two of the Police and Crime Commissioner Review

07 March 2022

Proposing MP
Witham
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Home Office

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The minister is updating Parliament on measures to strengthen Police and Crime Commissioners' roles in reducing crime and improving public confidence in policing.

Action Requested

The government will implement recommendations from the PCC Review, including creating a new statutory duty for collaborative working between PCCs and the Probation Service, strengthening guidance for PCC partnerships, clarifying expectations around police accountability, and enhancing data-sharing practices. The Home Office will also consider improvements to local scrutiny and complaint handling processes for PCCs.

Key Facts

  • Part Two of the Police and Crime Commissioner Review focuses on equipping PCCs with tools and information to reduce crime.
  • A new statutory duty will lock-in collaborative working between PCCs and the Probation Service.
  • Guidance for PCCs in convening partners to fight crime and drugs misuse will be strengthened.
  • Steps will be taken to support a more data-confident culture by issuing central guidance on criminal justice data sharing.
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