Scrutiny board

The scrutiny board is one of the main ways the Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC), checks how well policing is working in Cheshire. It’s a regular meeting where the PCC holds the Chief Constable to account on behalf of the local people and looks closely at how the police are performing.

What the scrutiny board does

At the Scrutiny board meetings, the PCC and senior leaders from Cheshire Constabulary:

• Review performance and information. How the police are doing against the goals set out in the Police and Crime Plan
• Look at data and reports on crime, policing activity and outcomes
• Ask questions and challenge the Chief Constable about decisions, performance and plans for improvement

These meeting help ensure the police are using their resources wisely and focusing on what’s important for keeping communities safe.

Meeting documents and information

Before each public meeting, the PCC’s team publishes key documents so people can see what will be discussed.

These meetings are also available for the public to watch online. You can register here. Alternatively, you can watch the recordings back by clicking ‘read more’ under the previous public scrutiny meeting documents below.

Why it matters

The Scrutiny board is an important part of making sure the police are doing a good job for the people of Cheshire. It means the PCC can support good practice where it’s working well and challenge issues where things need to improve. All whilst being open and transparent to the public.

Additional information