Agenda item

S White, Acting Police, Crime and Victims’ Commissioner provided an update of press coverage concerning the work of the Police, Crime and Victims’ Commissioner since the previous meeting (for copy see file of minutes).

The Acting PCVC informed the Panel the Media and Engagement Officer had left the organisation in August and a new member of staff had been recently appointed.  He thanked the staff in the office who had continued to provide media support in the interim.

The Chair acknowledged the comments on the interim arrangements and confirmed that the officer had worked in the role since the former Police Authority and wished her all the best in her new position on behalf of the Panel.

Councillor Quinn asked whether there had been increased reports on fireworks and the Chair confirmed it had been raised at a recent AAP Board.  The Acting PCVC confirmed that no increase in reports had been received as yet, however he commented on the increased demands on forces across the Country on Halloween and in the run up to 5 November

Resolved

That the report be noted.