"Your Police, Your Views" Events

Derbyshire Police Authority and Derbyshire Constabulary are hosting a series of Public Engagement events across the county to update the public on proposed changes to the shape of local policing across the county and to give the public the opportunity to raise any issues and concerns regarding policing in Derbyshire.

These events are being held during November and are open to all Derbyshire residents and those who work in Derbyshire.

Presentations will include how well the Force is performing, resources and budget allocation, the launch of the national 101 non-emergency number and the role of the proposed Police and Crime Commissioners.

The evening will include an opportunity for you to put your questions to either the Chief Constable or one of the Chief Officers of the Constabulary and the Chair or Vice Chair of the Police Authority.

The Constabulary and Police Authoruty woud like to stress how important your views are to them and they would welcome your input at the events to assist them in gauging your opinions on a range of topics including local performance in policing and the issues that are of most importance to you in these challenging times.

The Police will be providing tea, coffee and biscuits so would appreciate anyone, who wishes to attend, to let them know by calling 01773 733771 or e-mailing police.authority@derbyshire.pnn.police.uk stating which venue you plan to attend - a list of venues and dates is published below.

The remaining dates and venues are as follows:

21st November        The Railway Hotel, 22 Bridge Street, Buxton, SK17 6BS

22nd November         Bakewell Agricultural Business Centre, Bakewell, DE451HA

28th November          Belper Football Club, Bridge Street, Belper, DE56 1BA 

29th November          Dronfield Civic Centre, Dronfield, S18 1PD

These events will take place from 7 - 9 p.m. Tea, coffee and biscuits will be available from 6.30 p.m.

Please also extend this invitation to friends or colleagues who would be interested in policing in Derbyshire.