“Rural crime has an impact that is more than just financial. It can make people feel isolated and unsafe, affecting the wellbeing of individuals and communities.
As commissioner I want you to be safe and feel safe. We are fortunate that our communities across Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Shropshire and Telford and Wrekin are comparatively low crime areas,
but perception of crime is important. In many cases the fear of crime is not reflective of the reality of crime in that community.
I want to ensure your voices are heard, you can have confidence in the police and that you and they are connected on the issues that matter the most.
My Rural Focus Campaign and my Rural Crime Strategy, builds on the work I’ve done already; the investments I’ve made increasing officer numbers including specialist Rural and Business Officers and Wildlife Officers as well as my work to support rural crime initiatives and the feedback I’ve had from you.
I will continue to meet with you to address your concerns, so we can make our communities safer.
I will hold the force to account to ensure the police play their part prioritising rural issues and protecting the most vulnerable and hard to reach people, and I will back them with the resources to offer you the best possible service.
Communities can also have an important role to play in keeping themselves safe, and this booklet
contains lots of simple, practical advice. I’d also encourage you to take advantage of Rural Focus
events, to raise any concerns, and to contact your Rural and Business Officers for tailored,
specialist support.
Together we can make rural communities feel connected and safe.”
Police and Crime Commissioner
John Campion
