A NEW information site about the election of the first Police and Crime Commissioner for Wiltshire has been launched.
The area on the Wiltshire Police Authority’s website includes details about the role and responsibilities of the forthcoming Police and Crime Commissioner and how they will be scrutinised.
Much like the existing police authority, the Police and Crime Commissioner will be responsible for overseeing Wiltshire Police on behalf of all residents in the Force area.
They will represent people living across Wiltshire and Swindon.
Elections for Police and Crime Commissioners take place on November 15. There will then be a formal seven-day transition period before the commissioner takes up office on November 22.
The Wiltshire Police area Police and Crime Commissioner will replace Wiltshire Police Authority, the group of 17 councillors and independent members who currently oversee Wiltshire Police.
Visit thenew website – www.wiltshire-pa.gov.uk/pcc. As well as information about the role , it includes a timeline highlighting key dates in the transition from Wiltshire Police Authority to the Police and Crime Commissioner.
There are also details about the election, a news section and links to useful documents and other websites for potential candidates.
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