Community Engagement

Promoting the involvement of the public in decisions about local policing is central to the work of the North Wales Police Authority.

Despite our efforts to listen to as many people in the community as possible, we are aware that there are still groups within the general public who we rarely reach. It is important that the Authority endeavours to reach a wide representation of the public to ensure North Wales is policed effectively and as far as possible according to the needs of the people who live, work and visit here.

We are committed to providing a range of opportunities to consult with the public. We want to enable local people to have a greater level of involvement in the process of making local policing decisions and identifying solutions.

There are a number of ways in which you can get involved in the work of North Wales Police Authority. We value opportunities to talk with you and listen to your views.

We use a range of different consultation and communication methods, including public meetings – these are called ‘Police Authority Community Forums' of which 13 are held throughout the year in different locations across North Wales, a Citizens’ Panel, surveys, through our Website and by holding Focus Groups. Sometimes, we will want views on specific subjects, such as what kind of budget rise Council Tax payers would be willing to support and policing priorities.

Consultation helps the Authority to:

- Find out your views in respect of the Police:

What are your concerns? What does the Police do well and not so well? How can you influence policy making?

- Inform people:

Through consultation we can update you on local initiatives, provide an insight into how policing is undertaken in your area and enable you to influence local policing priorities and targets.

- Work closely with other organisations:

The public can help to pinpoint other local concerns and issues in additional to concerns about crime and suggest local solutions to local problems.