Conservative Police and Crime Commissioner Candidate Katy Bourne has been asking people in Crawley to share their views on crime and policing.
Katy, who hopes to be Sussex’s first Commissioner after elections in November, was joined by Crawley MP Henry Smith for a walkabout, meeting local residents on Saturday morning (September 29th).
The role of Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) has been introduced to bring democratic accountability to England’s policing.
The PCC will replace the existing police authority and has a larger remit, which includes community safety and crime prevention. All residents on the electoral roll can vote for their chosen candidate for this key position on November 15 and Katy has been selected to represent the Conservative Party in Sussex.
Katy said: “My absolute priority is to ensure we are all ‘Safer in Sussex’ by cutting crime and catching more criminals. I intend to put victims back at the heart of the Criminal Justice System, tackle anti-social behaviour and domestic violence and ensure residents can see value for money from our police force.
“I want visible and effective policing in every neighbourhood, so meeting residents to hear their views is vital.”
Katy’s nomination has been warmly welcomed by local MP Henry Smith. Henry said: “I am confident that Katy will make an excellent Police and Crime Commissioner and will be a strong voice for Sussex. It is important that residents across Crawley take part in the election on the November 15th. The Government has given these important powers to a directly accountable public figure so it is in everyone’s interest to have their say on the direction and future of crime prevention in Sussex.”