Look Ahead
As we look ahead to 2026, the landscape of policing and crime prevention in Lancashire is set to undergo significant changes.
The introduction of the Crime and Policing Bill 2025 brings a range of new measures aimed at tackling serious and economic crime, enhancing counter-terrorism efforts, and addressing violence against women and girls. These legislative changes will require Lancashire Constabulary to adapt their strategies and operations to comply with new regulations and priorities.
The Government’s commitment to extending devolution across England aims to enhance local governance and improve public services, including those related to policing and crime prevention.
Devolution will facilitate stronger collaboration between local authorities, police forces, and other key stakeholders. By aligning the boundaries of police, fire, and rescue services with those of mayoral geographies, we can ensure more cohesive and effective service delivery.
In addition to the impacts of devolution, significant police reform initiatives are underway to modernise and improve policing services. This includes implementing new technologies to enhance crime detection, data analysis, and operational efficiency, increasing measures to ensure police accountability and transparency and strengthening community policing efforts to build trust and cooperation between the police and local communities.
As we prepare for these changes, my Office will continue to work closely with local partners and stakeholders to ensure a smooth transition. This means focusing on strengthening partnerships with local authorities, health services, and community organisations to address crime and safety issues more effectively. Community Engagement will also be pivotal, maintaining strong community engagement to ensure that the unique needs and identities of local areas are preserved and represented.
Devolution, together with police reform, present a unique opportunity to reshape the way we approach policing and crime prevention in Lancashire. By embracing these changes, we can build a safer, more resilient community for Lancashire.
Clive Grunshaw
Lancashire’s Police and Crime Commissioner
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