The Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner has a mandate for ensuring the effectiveness and efficiency of policing services across Cumbria. As well as holding the Chief Constable and Chief Fire Officer to account on behalf of local people, the role will also involve:
- Representing & engaging with all those who live and work in the communities in the force area, including the vulnerable
- Setting priorities that meet those needs by publishing a Police and Crime plan;
- Publishing an Annual Report;
- Securing the maintenance of an efficient and effective police force for the area
- Setting the police precept and budget
- Responsibility for holding community safety budgets and commissioning services
- Appointing the Chief Constable
- The power to call on the Chief Constable to retire or resign
Cumbria’s Chief Constable
The current Chief Constable for Cumbria Constabulary is Mr Rob Carden.
The Police & Crime Commissioner is responsible for the appointment of a Chief Constable for the Constabulary. Recruitment is undertaken in accordance with College of Policing guidance.
Council Tax 2024-25
To view the Police and Crime Commissioner’s document regarding council tax 2024-25 please click here.
