Merseyside Police and Crime Commissioner

My May newsletter has landed - and it's packed with progress 👇

🫶Uniting 80+ partners for a major summit to drive forward the work to make our region safer for women and girls
🔑A major milestone for Liverpool's iconic waterfront with the sale of Merseyside Police's former headquarters Canning Place for £17m - paving the way for an exciting new development
🫶£100,000+ taken from criminals has been reinvested where it matters most - supporting 21 grassroots projects to strengthen our communities
💚Operation EVOLVE marks three years of real progress on the Wirral Wirral Council

& much more.

Take a look here:
https://r.news.merseysidepcc.info/3g3r4t51gn9pfe.html?t=1780411935153

It’s National Volunteers’ Week! 💙

This week, we are celebrating the incredible dedication and community spirit of the volunteers who support my office and Merseyside Police by helping to build safer, stronger communities across our region.

Last night, Deputy PCC Jeanie Bell attended our Valuing Volunteers event, recognising the vital contribution volunteers make across our organisation.

👏 Our Independent Custody Visitors (ICVs) carried out 183 unannounced visits across custody suites in 2025–26—spending over 157 hours ensuring detainees are treated fairly, with dignity, and held in safe conditions.

🐶 Our Animal Welfare Volunteers conducted regular visits to the mounted and kennel sections—completing 191 welfare checks on police dogs and horses to ensure the highest standards of care.

These volunteers are a priceless asset.

And it doesn’t stop there—our policing family is strengthened by:
👮 Special Constables
🎓 Cadets
🤝 Police Support Volunteers
👧 Mini Police across Merseyside

We are so fortunate to have such a strong network of volunteers who go above and beyond every day.

Thank you for everything you do. You are making a real difference. 💙

🚨 Make a difference. Change lives.

Are you passionate about creating safer communities and supporting families across Merseyside? If the answer is 🆈🅴🆂 then this is your chance to be part of something truly meaningful.

We’re looking for a committed, driven individual to join our brilliant Merseyside Violence Reduction Partnership as Data & Evidence Hub Manager. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the heart of our communities – helping build safer neighbourhoods and supporting those most in need.

Every day in this role brings the chance to make a real impact – whether that’s helping prevent harm, supporting families, or shaping a safer future for generations to come.

💼 Find out more and apply by following the link in the comments section below ⬇️

Together, we can make Merseyside a safer place for everyone.

presents a great opportunity to highlight the relentless work Merseyside Police are doing to tackle knife crime.

✅ These results show a clear commitment to removing dangerous weapons, targeting offenders, whilst educating some of our most vulnerable across our communities.

🙏 A huge thank you to all our officers and staff who work tirelessly to keep people safe, taking knives off our streets and engaging with young people.

❌ There is never a valid reason to carry a knife. Every weapon removed is a life potentially saved.

👌 We remain committed to doing everything we can—through enforcement, education and prevention—to rid knives from our communities for good.

🌊Empowering young people to set sail towards a brighter future ⚓

This week, it was fantastic to see the impact of our Youth Empowerment Scheme (YES) in action, as my team joined young people from Conquer Life on board the Pride of Sefton with The Florrie 🛥️

This inspiring initiative is giving young people the opportunity to learn water safety, sailing skills and teamwork, while also enjoying unforgettable days out on the water. These experiences build confidence, develop life skills and create memories that stay with them for a lifetime.

Both organisations benefited from the YES Fund last year, and it’s clear the investment has made a real difference, helping them provide even more positive, life-affirming opportunities for the young people they support.

Over the past two years, the YES Fund has demonstrated the real power of early intervention. Thousands of young people across Merseyside have taken part in activities ranging from sport and arts to mentoring, digital skills and wellbeing support—delivered by dedicated grassroots organisations that truly understand their communities.

By creating safe spaces and positive pathways, these projects are helping young people build brighter futures and reducing the risk of them being drawn into harmful situations.

We’ll shortly be announcing this year’s successful bids, and I cannot wait to see more innovative projects come to life thanks to this vital fund.

With continued investment, we can go even further in supporting young people and building safer, stronger communities across Merseyside 👌

😇 I’m thrilled to see Merseyside officers recognised on a national stage for this pioneering work to protect women and girls. Operation Halo is a powerful example of what can be achieved when police, partners and businesses come together with a shared determination to make our night-time economy safer for all.

Frank, Neil and Paul, along with everyone involved, have shown real leadership, innovation and commitment to tackling violence against women and girls. Their work is already making a visible difference here in Liverpool, and I hope this recognition inspires others across the country to follow their lead.

Everyone deserves to feel safe on a night out, and initiatives like this are helping to build the confidence, awareness and support networks needed to make that a reality. 👏

🚨 LAST CHANCE TO APPLY – DEADLINE TODAY AT MIDDAY! 🚨

Want to play a vital role in police accountability and public confidence? This is your opportunity.

We’re looking for Legally Qualified Persons to serve on Police Misconduct Panels across the North West – helping ensure fairness, transparency and integrity in policing.

⏰ But act fast – applications close at 12PM today.

If you’ve got the expertise and the passion to make a difference, don’t miss out!

Link to find out more details and apply in comments section below ⬇️

📢 One year on from the Water Street incident in Liverpool, it’s important to remember that the impact of trauma doesn’t always end on the day.

What happened on 26 May 2025 left a lasting impact on victims, witnesses and the wider community.

But trauma can show up later…
🧠 Weeks or months down the line
💭 Through anxiety, low mood or flashbacks
⚡ In ways you might not immediately connect to the event

These are normal responses to an abnormal situation – and you don’t have to face them alone.

Victim Care Merseyside is here for anyone affected by crime or traumatic incidents:
✅ Free, confidential emotional and practical support
✅ Help whether or not you reported something to the police
✅ Support available whenever you’re ready — even long after the event

💬 If you, or someone you know, is still struggling — reach out. Support is there when you need it most

Because recovery doesn’t have a timeline — and no one should go through it alone.

🗣️ Your voice matters!

Do you have a question about how Merseyside Police are keeping our communities safer ❓

I’m asking YOU to submit your questions for me to put them forward to the Chief Constable and his senior team at my next scrutiny meeting on 24th June. 💭

Submit by 2nd June. You can do so by following the link in the comments section below ⬇️