Performance and Measurement
Force Assessment - Hertfordshire
Back to previous pageEach assessment made about the force in the seven key performance areas is shown here. A summary of force performance is also provided, and additionally, users can view the force’s assessments in comparison to its peers. Finally, basic factual information about the force is shown.
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| Performance Areas | Delivery | Direction |
|---|---|---|
| Reducing Crime | Fair | Stable |
| Investigating Crime | Good | Improved |
| Promoting Safety | Fair | Stable |
| Providing Assistance | Good | Improved |
| Citizen Focus | Good | Stable |
| Resource Use | Good | Improved |
| Local Policing | Good | Stable |
Summary of HMIC baseline assessments.
Hertfordshire Constabulary has three divisions, with devolved teams including intelligence units, roads policing and Criminal Justice units. Locally-based community teams place strong emphasis on partnerships, problem solving and tackling anti-social behaviour, with dedicated ward officers in place, supported by PCSOs and Special Constables.
The force and police authority have a wide-ranging ‘Public Access and Visibility Strategy’ with the first major project – the new Contact Management Centre – due for completion in spring 2006. Reallocating staff to respond to major and serious crimes has also had an impact on local performance and, as a result, the force recently created a dedicated major crime task force.
The Chief Constable, appointed in October 2004, initiated changes to reinforce the policing style to ensure the force maximises the impact of strategic priorities. The majority of these changes will take effect during 2005/06. Additionally, the force will be exploring opportunities for greater consultation and engagement with local communities.
For futher information see the full baseline assessment.
Police Authority Chair: Ian Laidlaw-Dickson
Authority Website: www.herts-police-authority.org.uk
Chief Constable: Frank Whiteley
Force Website: www.herts.police.uk
Staff Numbers:
- Police Officers: 2145
- Police Staff: 1414
- Community Support Officers: 98
- Other Staff: 92
- Special Constables: 226
Budget 2005/06: £152.7m
