Policing, Fire
and Crime
The York and North Yorkshire Policing, Fire and Crime Team (PFC) is the link between the public and the Police and Fire services. The PFC works to ensure the Police and Fire Services are held accountable, and that the public’s questions and concerns are taken seriously.
We also invest millions of pounds a year on key commissioned services for the local community, helping both to prevent crime and support those impacted by it.
As a team, we ensure community needs are met effectively, setting objectives through the Police and Crime Plan and Fire and Rescue Plan.
Meet your Deputy Mayor
The Mayor and Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire & Crime, and members of the team, regularly meet with local community groups, businesses and other stakeholders on a regular basis. There are also personal advice surgeries where you can raise any issues relating to policing, fire, or community safety issues.
Police Oversight
The Mayor holds the Chief Constable to account, sets service priorities, and oversees the Police budget.
Fire Oversight
The Mayor holds the Chief Fire Officer to account, sets service priorities, including work on road safety, and oversees the fire service budget.
Transparency
York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority regularly published key transparency information including financial audits, budgets and expenditure, and Police performance.
Public Meetings
The Deputy Mayor hosts monthly Online Public Meetings alongside members of the Police and Fire services, asking questions on behalf of the public and discussing key themes.
Support for Victims
We work to prevent crime so there are fewer victims. We also work with partners to commission a wide range of services and resources to support victims of crime, abuse and exploitation including our sexual assault referral centre and victims support.
Commissioning Services
The commissioning and partnerships team oversees commissioning of key policing, fire, crime and community safety services, including victim support and community funding.
Council Tax
The Mayor is responsible for setting the portion of council tax that funds the police and fire services, known as a precept.
Community Fund
We oversee the complaints process for police and fire services. If you have any concerns about your experience with the police or fire service you can find out more here.
