Performance and Measurement
Force Assessment - West Mercia
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 | Good | Improved |
| Investigating Crime | Excellent | Improved |
| Promoting Safety | Good | Stable |
| Providing Assistance | Good | Stable |
| Citizen Focus | Good | Improved |
| Resource Use | Excellent | Improved |
| Local Policing | Good | Improved |
Summary of HMIC baseline assessments.
West Mercia Constabulary incorporates the fourth-largest policing area in England and Wales with considerable diversity in terms of demography and demand. Stability and enthusiasm have been engendered under the leadership of the Chief Constable, enabling significant and sustained improvements to be made in key areas of performance. A highly devolved regime permits the implementation of local solutions for local policing problems, enhanced by good use of the extended police family within local policing units.
Under the banner of the Chief Constable’s four key principles – performance focus, integrity, embracing diversity and quality people – West Mercia is well positioned to continue its emphasis on customer focus and continuous improvement. Success has been achieved in relation to a number of high-profile major enquiries, including some notable historic cases. Challenges for the force in 2005/06 will be to maintain the constabulary strength and complete key capital building projects.
For further information see the full baseline assessment.
Police Authority Chair: Paul Deneen
Authority Website: null
Chief Constable: Paul West
Force Website: www.westmercia.police.uk
Staff Numbers:
- Police Officers: 2380
- Police Staff: 1492
- Community Support Officers: 81
- Other Staff: 9
- Special Constables: 263
Budget 2005/06: £165.8m
