SAFER streets and stronger communities – that’s the ambition of Susan Dungworth, Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner, as she unveils a new Police and Crime Plan for the area.
Reflecting the thoughts and views of local residents, partners, criminal justice agencies and victims of crime – six fresh new policing and community safety priorities have been set by the PCC, who was elected to the role last May.
The priorities of the Plan focus on the key areas the force will be expected to deliver on – issues that matter to local people, alongside other national policing requirements.
The plan also forms the basis of how the PCC will hold the force to account, on behalf of the public, and outlines how progress will be monitored and shared.
| The six new strategic priorities for the Northumbria Police force area are: |
| Engaged and Responsive Police Force: Deliver an engaging police service that’s both efficient and effective. |
| Crime and ASB: Reducing and preventing crime and ensuring tackling ASB is a high priority, making residents feel safe and supported. |
| Serious Violence and Organised Crime: Continue to embed a public health approach to reduce serious violence and ensure a robust and proactive stance is taken against organised criminals, protecting young people from falling into crime. |
| Violence against Women and Girls: Further develop long term work to change behaviours and educate people around healthy relationships, misogyny and consent. |
| Hate Crime and Community Cohesion: Strengthen communities by supporting, listening and tackling hate crimes in all its forms. |
| Victims and Justice: Improve awareness of the support available to victims and ensure it is easily |
Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner, Susan Dungworth, said:
“I want Northumbria Police to be there when you need them, fighting crime and getting offenders before the courts. I also want our victims to be the most supported as they cope and recover from their experience and navigate the criminal justice system. Ultimately though, my aim is to have less crime in the first place, and therefore, fewer victims needing support. With this in mind, my plan is also about identifying the causes of crime so we can prevent it from happening at all.
“Writing this plan, have had the opportunity to champion so many voices. Conversations on the Metro, emails into my office, responses on my Instagram or participation at roundtable events – I’ve listened and it’s all been fed into this document. In fact, my consultation received more responses than any other consultation ran by the office, and so I am grateful to all who have engaged with me. It’s really been a joint effort and has helped me form a collective vision for delivering safer streets and stronger communities for everyone who calls Northumbria home.”
Chief Constable Vanessa Jardine said: “I am immensely privileged to serve as the Chief Constable for Northumbria Police, leading a Force that is committed to keeping you safe and fighting crime in this fantastic region. The Police and Crime Plan aligns with our priorities and supports our commitment to you. As a Force, we have three very clear objectives. This includes the absolute fundamental of being there when you need us. We also have a clear focus on prevention – this is key to everything we do. If we can help prevent you from becoming a victim of crime – or stop someone becoming involved in such activity that is a positive outcome for all. Finally, we want to provide you with an outstanding service. We will do this by providing the right response, investigating crime and effectively tackling the issues which matter most to you.”
You can view the plan below:
Police & Crime Plan 25-29 on a page
Police & Crime Plan 25-29 Easy Read
