Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Thames Valley

19/06/2026

Want to stay up to date with the latest news and views from your Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC)? 🚓

Our newsletter keeps you informed about policing updates, community safety initiatives and how decisions are being made across the Thames Valley.

The PCC works on your behalf to set policing priorities, oversee budgets and ensure the police are delivering for local communities.

Our newsletter brings you the latest news, updates and insights — plus ways to have your say on issues that matter to you.

Sign up and stay connected by following the link below 📩

18/06/2026

📞 Ever wondered how busy Thames Valley Police are?

Our Data Hub includes information on:

🚨 999 emergency calls
📞 101 non-emergency calls
⏱️ Response and answer times

This helps show the demand on policing and how quickly calls are being handled.

Find out more: https://orlo.uk/mje8f

17/06/2026

🌟 Do you run a local group or community project in the Thames Valley?

If you’re working to make your neighbourhood safer, stronger or more connected, the Community Fund could help bring your ideas to life.

We support a wide range of initiatives — from youth activities to projects that tackle crime and support vulnerable people.

📬 Want to hear about funding opportunities first?

Join our mailing list today so you don’t miss out: https://orlo.uk/LD1Wl

Tag a local group in the Comments that you think should see this post 👇

16/06/2026

🚨 What happens when a complaint is made about policing? Who checks the system is working fairly?

Over the past year, the independent Complaints and Standards Committee (CSC) has been doing exactly that — quietly scrutinising how Thames Valley Police and the OPCC handle complaints, and pushing for better.

Here’s what that looks like in real terms:

🔍 60+ complaint cases independently reviewed
📂 Not just the straightforward ones — but cases where resolution wasn’t reached
🔗 Patterns uncovered to spotlight where change is needed most

➡️ In the coming year, the CSC will go further — digging into more complex and serious cases, and strengthening its role in improving standards and public confidence.

📖 Want to see what they found — and what’s changing as a result?

Read the full 2025/26 Annual Report by visiting the link in the Comments section 👇

15/06/2026

✍️ Share your views on local policing and crime

Matthew Barber is asking residents to complete his ongoing local crime survey.

The information you provide will help inform the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) on any gaps or improvements that could be made in the future.

This is your chance to have your say in how Thames Valley Police services are shaped.

Complete the survey 👉 https://orlo.uk/DWz0H

12/06/2026

Did you know you can see what’s happening in your local area? 👀

Our Data Hub gives Thames Valley residents direct access to policing data, including:

✔️ Crime trends
✔️ Police performance
✔️ Progress against local priorities

Take a few minutes to explore and stay informed: https://orlo.uk/VMDrq

11/06/2026

💫 We’re hiring 💫

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Thames Valley as an Apprentice Finance Officer.

As the Finance Officer you will manage day-to-day treasury activity and provide financial support in the provision of accurate, timely and appropriate accounting records and management information.

You will receive structured on the job development, supported by workplace learning and mentoring while undertaking the AAT level 2 apprenticeship.

As you develop your skills, your role will be to:

✅ Undertake monthly reconciliation
✅ Produce monthly monitoring data
✅ Support month end and year end activities including postal journals
✅ Provide analysis and guidance to colleagues within the OPCC
✅ Deal with queries via a shared email inbox

The apprenticeship is aimed at those who are not experienced in the provision of finance and/or have not achieved qualifications in this field.

The successful applicant will be aged 18 or over and possess a good standard of education (a minimum of five GCSEs grade 9-4/A-C, including maths, or equivalent).

Closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 28 June 2026 ⏰

For more information and to apply ✍️ click the link in the comments below 👇

10/06/2026

✍️ Share your views on proposed police force mergers

Our survey is your opportunity to share your views on the Government's proposal to merge police forces across England and Wales, and the impact this will have on local policing in the Thames Valley.

This follows a letter Matthew Barber has sent to the Home Secretary today, setting out his concerns on the Police Reform White Paper.

The government is currently carrying out an Independent Review of Police Force Structures, having confirmed its intention to merge the current 43 forces across England and Wales into larger regional forces as part of reforms.

We don’t yet know what this means for Thames Valley Police as it will be dependent on the outcome of the review.

However, if forces are reduced to 12 regional forces Thames Valley could become part of a larger regional South East force.

Complete the survey and share your views by visiting the link in the Comments 👇

09/06/2026

Customer-facing job role supporting victims of crime available within our victims service👇

The Triage and Early Intervention Officer will act as the first point of contact for victims of crime referred into our adult support service providing resources, interventions, and information to clients and leading on completing initial impact and risk assessments to identify needs.

⭐ New Job Opportunity ⭐

Our adult support service run by Victim Support is looking for a customer service representative 📞 with excellent verbal communication skills to join the team.

The Triage and Early Intervention Officer will act as the first point of contact for individuals referred into the service providing resources, interventions, and information to clients and leading on completing initial impact and risk assessments to identify needs.

They will carry a caseload of clients who require immediate or short-term interventions and support while connecting those with longer term needs to additional support.

Experience of delivering a service and working directly with clients in a statutory, voluntary or community work setting is desirable as is knowledge of the criminal justice system and the impact of crime however, robust training will be given prior to working directly with clients.

This is a home-based, full-time role on a fixed term basis until 31 March 2027.

Please note, the role is only open to individuals residing in the Thames Valley – Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Milton Keynes.

For more information or to apply, click the link in the comments below👇

08/06/2026

🚨 Now Live: Evaluation Report 🚨

We’re pleased to share the latest evaluation of our Focused Diversion Navigator Mentorship programme.

The project supports young people at risk of involvement in crime or violence through one-to-one mentoring, family support, and multi-agency working to address underlying challenges and improve outcomes like school engagement and wellbeing.

Key successes from the programme include:

✅ 93% parental consent rate
✅ 80% of young people completed the programme
✅ Strong referral demand and endorsement from schools

💡 The report highlights a strong level of engagement, valuable learning, and the difference early relationship-based support can make.

👇 Read the full report by visiting the link in the Comments