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About Us
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Martyn Underhill is the directly elected Police and Crime Commissioner for Dorset and utilises a small but effective team to deliver the requirements of the role and office.
The Police and Crime Plan
Police & Crime Plan
- 2017-2021 Police & Crime Plan
- 2013-2017 Police & Crime Plan
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The Police & Crime Plan is the focus of our work and provides the direction and focus for Dorset Police based on feedback from the public. While it is a 4 year plan, it is refreshed annually to ensure we continue to meet the needs of residents.
Get Involved
Get Involved
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We're committed to involving as many people as possible in our work. Here you can find more information about volunteering, our approach to community engagement as well as how you can report your concerns and take part in consultations.
News & Blog
News & Blog
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Keep up to date with what the Police & Crime Commissioner is doing to make Dorset a safer county. Here you can find news articles and blogs along with videos, images and audio in our multimedia section along with our quarterly newsletters.
Events
Events
- Public Events
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Our events calendar highlights all the opportunities Dorset residents, visitors, businesses and victims of crime can interact with the PCC and his team at shows, public meetings, forums and community days.
Working in Partnership
Working in Partnership
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Working with other organisations in partnership is vital to continue our commitment to making Dorset safer and feel safer. We award grants and funding for projects and initiatives that meet this objective.
Transparency
Transparency
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Here you can find all of the statutory information we publish as a public sector organisation as well as instructions on how to submit a Freedom of Information request and disclosure log of previous requests.

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News Articles & Blogs

Extra funding for pan-Dorset Tackling Child Sexual Abuse Project

13 February

Due to the success of the pan-Dorset Tackling Child Sexual Abuse Project, which includes the NSPCC’s popular PANTS campaign, the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for Dorset has granted a significant extension of funding based on positive feedback on the achievements of the project in 2018.

How do I scrutinise the police – and why?

Feb 13, 2019

James Vaughan confirmed as permanent Chief Constable for Dorset

Feb 08, 2019

Panel approves £2 monthly council tax rise to fund policing

Feb 07, 2019

Times have changed - so let's talk about mental health

Feb 07, 2019

Dorset residents say “Yes” to raising the policing precept

Feb 05, 2019

Project provides online safety to vulnerable youngsters

Feb 05, 2019

Sexual Violence Awareness Week: Red Flag Event in Bournemouth

Feb 04, 2019

Workshops helping former rough sleepers learn new skills

Feb 01, 2019

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