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RESOLVED: That, further to the above amendment, the minutes of the meeting held on 30 January 2026 be approved as a correct record.
RESOLVED: That the Police and Crime Commissioner’s update for May 2026 be noted.
RESOLVED: That the Presentation on the Proposed Force Restructures be noted.
RESOLVED: That the forward work programme be approved.
Apologies for absence were received from Councillors Steve Copple (Flintshire County Council) and Nigel Williams (Wrexham County Council)
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The Chair made the following announcements: · An open day had been held at Police Headquarters, Colwyn Bay, on 23 May 2026 on the theme of road safety. The event had been well attended. · A familiarisation day and Anti-Social Behaviour conference had recently been held, both of which had been excellent events. · Congratulations were extended to Police Constable Heidi Goldsack, who had been awarded the King’s Police Medal in recognition of her contribution to policing, particularly in relation to football policing with Wrexham Football Club. · It was noted that Sergeant David Smith had established a fundraising initiative, Rupert’s Rainbow, following his son’s diagnosis with a rare condition, to support research into Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood. · Congratulations were extended to Staff Officer Mark Jones, who had been awarded a temporary Chief Inspector pip. · Congratulations were also extended to Councillor Carrie Harper, who had recently been elected as a Member of the Senedd. It was noted that this would result in a vacancy on the Panel.
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RESOLVED: That, further to the above amendment, the minutes of the meeting held on 30 January 2026 be approved as a correct record.
The minutes of the meeting held on 30 January 2026 were presented for approval. In relation to Minute 60 (Precept and Council Tax 2026/2027), it was requested that reference to protests be included in Mold as well as Wrexham. 60. RESOLVED: That, further to the above amendment, the minutes of the meeting held on 30 January 2026 be approved as a correct record.
Questions had been submitted to the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) in relation to petty crime and mobile CCTV for rural areas on Anglesey from Panel Member, Councillor Non Dafydd, and the response had been provided. In accordance with the agreed protocol, Councillor Dafydd was entitled to ask a supplementary question. · Councillor Dafydd stated that shop owners did not always report thefts, as they did not believe that prosecutions would necessarily follow. · In addition, what measures could be taken to prevent or reduce theft in rural areas, including livestock theft was queried. The PCC provided the following response: · A rural crime prevention event had recently taken place in Ruthin to assist farmers and landowners in strengthening their security arrangements. · A North Wales Rural Crime Team had been established, with links to the national rural crime team and intelligence from Europe.
All actions from the previous meeting had been completed.
Member Champion for Hate Crime and Modern Slavery, Human Trafficking and Organised Immigration Crime, and Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Ethics (Trevor Coxon) The Member Champion provided an update on the following matters: Hate Crime and Modern Slavery · It was reported that the Wrexham Unite extremist group had been present at several recent events. · It was noted that, whilst there had been an increase in the number of reported hate crimes, this could be viewed positively as it indicated that individuals were reporting such incidents. · Investigation timescales had remained at a consistent level. · The Checkpoint out-of-court resolution process continued to be utilised. · A national scheme was piloting the use of conditional cautions. · Work was ongoing with Barnardos in relation to recognising modern slavery and it was acknowledged that there was a need to engage with wider partners. Equality, diversity, inclusion and ethics · It was reported that North Wales Police had attended a recent equality and diversity event in Cardiff. · Progress was being made in improving diversity within the police force; however, it was acknowledged that further work was required. It was noted that 3.5% of the North Wales Police workforce was made up of black and ethnic minority officers and staff. During discussion, the following points were raised: · Recruitment activity was ongoing, with an emphasis on providing a positive environment for all. Welsh language skills and diverse recruitment continued to be encouraged. · The recruitment team had attended a variety of events and had actively engaged with Bangor University. · It was noted that a diverse police force would better represent the communities it served. · The Mini Police initiative was welcomed as a positive programme, which engaged children in the work of the police from a young age. Member Champion for Antisocial Behaviour (Councillor Alan Hunter) The Member Champion provided an update on the following matters: · A thorough analysis had been scheduled in respect of the antisocial behaviour (ASB) case review process. · The Winter Action Campaign had run from September 2025 to January 2026, delivering coordinated interventions and support to residents and visitors in relation to ASB across major towns and cities. · Local initiatives, which tackled the root causes of crime across North Wales, continued to be funded through the Initiative to Grow scheme. · The Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) had hosted a conference in March 2026 on improving the response to ASB. · The North Wales Police 2026 ASB Action Plan had been launched in April. · The PCC had joined local officers on patrol in Llandudno and had learned about innovative approaches to tackling ASB. · An ASB case review appeals process had been introduced. · Events and press releases were planned for ASB Awareness Week, which would take place from 29 June to 5 July 2026. · The PCC had written to all North Wales Local Authority Chief Executives seeking information on how frequently environmental visual audits were undertaken. Responses had not yet been received. Member Champion for Road Safety and Cyber Crime (Pat Astbury) Road Safety The Member Champion provided an update on the following matters: · It was reported that drug driving was overtaking drink driving as an area of concern. · Illegal e-bikes and scooters remained a concern, with a significant number having been confiscated. · A recent road safety-themed open day had attracted approximately 6,000 attendees. · A deep dive on policing roads was scheduled to take place in July 2026. · The road safety team had maintained a strong social media presence, including providing updates on road closures and related matters. During discussion, the following points were raised: · Extensive messaging had been shared in relation to motorcycle safety, and a Bike Safe scheme was in place. · Events at Betws-y-Coed and “Get Home Alive” signage across North Wales encouraged motorcyclists to consider their positioning on the road. · Work was ongoing with Welsh Government on chevron markings to guide motorcyclists around bends and help reduce the number of casualties. Cyber Crime · The “Preventing Rural Crime: Staying Secure Online and on the Farm” event had taken place on 21 May 2026 at Ruthin Town Hall and had been hosted by North Wales Police and partners. · The North Wales Cyber Crime Team was effective and had maintained a strong social media presence. · A range of events had taken place with banks, charities and schools. · A deep dive on cyber-crime had taken place at the February 2026 Executive Board. During discussion, the following points were raised: · It was noted that, in addition to online scams, many crimes now had a cyber element, which made them more difficult to police. · A report on cyber-crime would be welcomed. It was noted that, due to a vacancy on the Panel, the Chair and Trevor Coxon (co-opted member) would act as joint Member Champions for Violence Against Women on an interim basis until a new champion was appointed.
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RESOLVED: That the Police and Crime Commissioner’s update for May 2026 be noted.
The Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) presented an update for May 2026. During discussion, the following points were raised: · It was noted that the UK Government had launched a nationwide task force, led by the National Crime Agency (NCA) and Trading Standards, to tackle illegal vapes and organised crime on the high street. · Concern was expressed regarding an increase in the number of young people taking ketamine. · The Chief Constable advised that work had been undertaken in relation to vape shops and antisocial behaviour, in partnership with Trading Standards and Immigration Services. This remained a key priority and changes in legislation could enable the closure of some premises. · It was reported that Serious Crime Prevention Orders were civil orders which the police could apply for through the courts to restrict a person’s behaviour or movement. · It was noted that the use of e-bikes and e-scooters, including the lack of insurance, was a national issue. - Parents were encouraged to act responsibly when purchasing e-bikes or e-scooters for children. - Work was ongoing with retailers to ensure that appropriate advice was provided at the point of sale, particularly in relation to links with criminality. · The Auror online platform, which enabled businesses to upload offence and suspect details, was well used by larger retail organisations. Work was ongoing to ensure that smaller retailers were not disadvantaged. · North Wales Police continued to run campaigns to raise awareness of the circumstances in which members of the public should call 999. RESOLVED: That the Police and Crime Commissioner’s update for May 2026 be noted.
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RESOLVED: That the Presentation on the Proposed Force Restructures be noted.
The Assistant Chief Constable provided a presentation on the proposed force restructures. The presentation included updates on the introduction of a National Police Service (NPS), workforce reforms and standards and the response in Wales. During discussion, the following points were raised: · It was reported that the NPS was due to be introduced in 2027. Some areas, such as forensics, were already delivered on a national basis, and further functions would continue to be added to the NPS. · It was noted that the source of funding for the NPS remained unclear. · An NPS Bill was being prepared with a view to implementation in 2027. · Evidence had been submitted in respect of how policing in Wales was governed. · Concerns had been raised regarding the potential impact on Welsh culture and the Welsh language. · It was confirmed that Local Policing Areas would be aligned to each independent force and would not straddle two force areas. · Staffing implications were being considered, and any changes would be progressed incrementally. · Further updates would be included in future Police and Crime Commissioner reports. RESOLVED: That the Presentation on the Proposed Force Restructures be noted.
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RESOLVED: That the forward work programme be approved.
Members were presented with the Forward Work Programme (FWP) for the North Wales Police and Crime Panel (PCP). It was noted that an informal meeting would be scheduled to discuss the 2027 Forward Work Programme. It was suggested that a report on cyber-crime be added to the Forward Work Programme. It was further suggested that a visit to the Police Control Room be included in the Forward Work Programme. RESOLVED: That the forward work programme be approved.
The next meeting would be held on 14 September 2026.
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