Invitation to join the West Yorkshire Police and Crime Panel
We are looking for two committed and energetic people to join the West Yorkshire Police and Crime Panel who:
· have a genuine interest in policing, community safety and victims and the delivery of high quality services in West Yorkshire
· can be an independent voice alongside elected councillors, to provide constructive challenge to the Mayor of West Yorkshire in relation to policing and crime;
· are willing to listen to the view of all sections of our local communities.
On 6th May 2021, the public of West Yorkshire elected Tracy Brabin as their Mayor. The Mayor is responsible for setting the priorities and resources for West Yorkshire Police and holding the Chief Constable to account for the delivery of an efficient and effective police service within West Yorkshire.
The West Yorkshire Police and Crime Panel has the responsibility to both support and scrutinise the work of the Mayor, in relation to the strategic plans, budget and performance of policing and crime functions. A key role of the Panel is to promote openness in the delivery of policing services, extending to criminal justice and community safety, and to support the Commissioner in providing quality policing throughout West Yorkshire.
The appointments are expected to run for 3 years from October 2021 to October 2024. An allowance will be paid.
For full details and a copy of the application pack, please visit http://www.westyorkshire-pcp.gov.uk/appointments or email: pcpofficer@wakefield.gov.uk
The closing date for applications is 9th September. It is planned to hold interviews on 21st or 22nd September 2021.