Staffordshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner Matthew Ellis talked about ongoing work to spend public money better when he met with a Rugeley community group.
The Commissioner wants to visit local groups across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent to speak about the progress made so far and other work to make sure the police respond appropriately to demand and victims are at the centre of the criminal justice system.
He talked to around 30 members of Probus Club of Rugeley about subjects including new mobile technology which will make police more visible, putting victims at the heart of the system, reducing re-offending and tackling cybercrime.
He said: “I want to thank the Probus Club for inviting me along and being so welcoming. It was a really good session with a very responsive group who had some great questions.
“I outlined the progress we’re making in Staffordshire to get the best value for money for local people – it’s not just how much money you spend, but how well you spend it.
“Investment in mobile technology will get police officers out and about on the streets more in places communities across Staffordshire including Rugeley.”
Probus Club Chairman Tony Shaw said: “All those present left the meeting far better informed, not only of Matthew’s role as Commissioner of Police, but also of his plans for the better and more economical use of police resources through the introduction of improved technology.”
The Commissioner says 2016 could be a defining year for policing and is keen to update local community groups as part of his ongoing engagement activities.
He said: “Speaking to more than 20,000 people since I started as Police and Crime Commissioner, at supermarket surgeries, Let’s Talk events, community groups and other meetings and events, has been invaluable and allowed people to raise issues on their minds.
“2015 saw a lot of changes and developments with work to make policing better, holding it to account and making it more responsive to the communities it serves. So, even if your community group had a visit from me 12 months ago or less, there’s a lot to update you on now.”
Community groups can contact the Police and Crime Commissioner’s office on 01785 232270 or email pcc@staffordshire.pcc.pnn.gov.uk . They can also write to the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner, Staffordshire Police HQ (Block 9), Weston Road, Stafford, ST18 0YY.
To read more about the Police and Crime Commissioner’s key priorities in his Safer, Fairer, United Communities strategy click here
