Police and Crime Plan priorities
The priorities in this Police and Crime Plan reflect those areas that residents and the key groups we spoke to felt were important to them. I also considered current crime trends and professional analysis from the police on where resources are needed to keep Surrey safe. Previous Next Latest News
Foreword from the Chief Constable
It is the responsibility of each and all of us in Surrey Police to prevent crime, to protect people, to serve victims tirelessly, investigate crime thoroughly and pursue criminals relentlessly. That is why I am pleased to endorse this Police and Crime Plan, which will ensure that we focus on the areas that matter most […]
Joint statement from Police and Crime Commissioner Lisa Townsend and Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner Ellie Vesey-Thompson
“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and offer our heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family at this incredibly difficult time.” “We will remain forever grateful for Her Majesty’s unwavering dedication to public service and she will remain an inspiration to us all. The Platinum Jubilee celebrations this year […]
Foreword from the Police and Crime Commissioner
When I was elected as Police and Crime Commissioner in May, I pledged to keep residents’ views at the heart of my plans for the future. One of the most important roles I have is to represent the views of those who live and work in Surrey in how our county is policed and I […]
Preventing violence against women and girls
Women and girls should be able to live free from fear of violence, but sadly that fear is often grown from a young age. Whether it is experiencing harassment in the street through to other forms of gender-based abuse, being the victim of such behaviour has become ‘normalised’ as part of daily life. I want […]
Police & Crime Plan
The five priorities in the Police and Crime Plan for Surrey (2021-25) are: Latest News
National Crime and Policing Measures
National Crime and Policing Measures The Government has set out key areas for policing at a national level. The national priorities for policing include: We are required to regularly update a statement outlining our current position and progress against each of priorities, as part of the Commissioner’s role in scrutinising the performance of Surrey Police. […]
Reducing reoffending
Reducing reoffending Tackling the causes of reoffending is an important area of work for our office. We believe that if the right services are offered to offenders who have been to prison or are serving community sentences, then we can help stop them drifting back into crime – meaning the communities in which they live […]
ASB Case Review
Our office recognises that persistent anti-social behaviour can have a significant impact on individuals and communities. It is often linked to other crime types. It is taken seriously by Surrey Police and partners. Your Commissioner has signed a pledge that commits to reducing the harm that it causes and to promote the ways that residents […]
Complaints data
Your Commissioner closely monitors how complaints are handled by Surrey Police and receives regular updates on the Force’s performance. It includes how many complaints are made against the Force or our Office, how quickly complaints are resolved and the results of random checks that help ensure that the service you receive is fair and effective. We […]