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ABOUT THIS LEAFLETThis leaflet meets the PCC’s obligation, as the Precepting Authority, to explain to the public the reason for the decision to raise the policing elementof the Council Tax Precept (as set out in the Local Government Finance Act 1992). To print this leaflet, it has cost approximately 2.4p per copy.The leaflet has been printed on paper from a sustainable source, and has used vegetable based inks through an ISO 14001 accredited printer.

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We would also encourage you tosign up to Dorset Alert, so thatthe PCC and Dorset Police cankeep you informed.

The system allows you to choose thetype of information you would like toreceive concerning crime and anti-socialbehaviour, witness appeals, crimeprevention, community events and localgood news in your neighbourhood.

You will not be notified about everycrime or incident. Our aim is to sendyou information where we believe

doing so willreduce theopportunity forcrime and anti-social behaviour, orwill help officers to solve a crime.

There are currently over 20,000residents signed up to the alertsystem which we are keen to increase,to share information, prevent crimeand improve community safety.

To sign up to the scheme visit:www.dorsetalert.co.uk

A key responsibility of thedirectly elected Police & CrimeCommissioner is to represent thepublic on policing, crime andcommunity safety.

The PCC is supported by an awardwinning engagement team. To build onthat success, it is important that youshare your views on policing in yourneighbourhood.

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HOW YOUR COUNCIL TAXHELPS FUNDDORSET POLICE

One of the most important tasks Iundertake as your elected Policeand Crime Commissioner isdetermining the contribution thatlocal taxpayers make towardspolicing in Dorset. This contributionis taken via council tax payments,and is known as the precept. This year, I have made the decision toincrease the precept by 1.98%, amountingto an average additional cost to thetaxpayer of £3.80 per year. This decisionhas not been taken lightly, and I would liketo share with you the reasons why I havedecided on this course of action.

Over the last five years, Dorset Police hasexperienced central Government cuts of£19m. The Force has had to adapt to thisreduction in funding at a time when newtypes of crime are emerging and threatsfaced by local communities are changing. Inorder to offset these cuts, the Governmenthas requested that Police and CrimeCommissioners increase the precept eachyear, for the next three years.

Last year, I consulted with over 4,000members of the public and 82% supportedthe rise, which was consequentlyimplemented. In addition to saving the jobsof 23 operational police officers and sevenpolice staff dedicated to frontlineoperational support, this allowed the Forceto invest in tackling online crime,protecting the most vulnerable in ourcommunities and increasing theaccessibility of police services.

This year, the Chief Constable has againformally requested that I raise the precept inorder to enable Dorset Police to meet newchallenges head on. This investment will beused to protect adults at risk of harm, dealwith common, non-emergency crimes andembrace new technology to ensure the Forceis at the cutting edge of modern policing.

Over the last six weeks, I have had theopportunity to hear the views of nearly4,500 residents, either via our onlineplatforms or at face to face roadshowevents. During this time, I asked if thepeople of Dorset would be willing to payroughly 1p extra per day to fund investmentin these key areas. 80% said they would.

Given the Chief Constable’s request, theunanimous support received from the Policeand Crime Panel and the strong levels ofpublic endorsement, I have decided to raisethe precept. I am confident that this is theright choice for the people of Dorset.

I would like to thank those who took part inthe consultation. In this leaflet you can findinformation on the key areas of policingwhere council tax investment was used lastyear. If you would like toprovide feedback or haveother queries relatingto policing and crime,please use the detailson the back of thisleaflet to get in touch.

Martyn UnderhillDorset Police & Crime Commissioner

2017/18 £m

Police Officers 68.2

Police Staff 32.5

Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) 4.4

Buildings & Transport 14.8

IT and Mobile Telephony 4.2

Uniform, Training & Equipment 2.4

Other Costs 2.4

Forensic Services 1.9

Other Regional Collaboration 1.0

Medical Examiners 0.9

Air Support (Helicopter) 0.8

Victim Services, Community Safety & 2.2

Restorative Justice

OPCC Employee Costs 0.8

TOTAL 136.5

2017/18 £m

Funding from Government 65.7

Council Tax 55.6

PFI Grant 5.2

Other Grants 5.6

Other Income 4.4

TOTAL 136.5

WHERE THE MONEY IS SPENT

SETTING THE PRECEPT

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WHERE THE MONEY COMES FROM

2017/18 PRECEPT BUDGET


THIS YEAR THEINCREASE WILL BEINVESTED IN:

PROTECTING PEOPLEAT RISK OF HARMIncluding enhancing our abilityto prevent and investigate abuseof the elderly, which is a trendin Dorset and nationally.

Recruiting a dedicated cyber-crimeprevention officer to educatebusinesses and residentson staying safe online.

Relaunching the Dorset Policewebsite to make it easier toaccess information, interact withlocal Neighbourhood PolicingTeams and report crime online.

IMPROVING OURRESPONSE TO COMMON,NON-EMERGENCYTYPES OF CRIMEInvesting in Appointment Carsto visit victims and take detailsat prearranged times.

CONTINUING TOEMBRACE NEWTECHNOLOGYIncluding further enhancementsto Dorset Police’s website, suchas the ability to make paymentsonline rather than by post.

LAST YEAR THE £3.74INCREASE WASINVESTED IN:

Employing extra investigatorsdedicated to investigatingchild abuse and protectingvulnerable children.

Creating a Multi-AgencySafeguarding Hub to increasejoined-up working to protectvulnerable people.

Increasing the number of officersin the cyber-crime intelligence andinvestigation team, and enhancingthe software available to them toidentify sexual and violent offenders.

IN THE LAST FIVE YEARS, DORSET POLICE’S BUDGETHAS BEEN CUT BY £19M IN REAL TERMS BY CENTRALGOVERNMENT AND WILL CONTINUE TO BE CUT BY£1M EVERY YEAR FOR THE NEXT THREE YEARS.

WITHOUT A RISE IN 2016/17, THE FORCE WOULD HAVE HAD TO LOSE:23 OPERATIONALPOLICE OFFICERS

7 POLICE STAFF DEDICATEDTO FRONTLINE OPERATIONALSUPPORT

On average 1,300 non-emergencycalls are received every day.The average duration of a non-emergency call is seven minutes.However some calls, due to the nature ofthe incident and vulnerability of the caller,can take up to 50 minutes to resolve.

In an attempt to release some pressureon the 101 service, a call back systemhas been developed to enable people toreceive a call at a time that is convenient.Call back services are currently availableMonday - Friday between 8am and 4pm.

Did you know that many servicesare available through the website?

Do It Online is a contact portal thatcan be found on the front page of ourwebsite www.dorset.police.uk. Hereyou can select the service mostappropriate to your enquiry andcomplete the form as directed.

The Do It Online function enables youto make enquiries without calling 101,therefore saving you time and expense.

You can now go online to…

LAST YEAR WE INVESTED IN…

101 SERVICE

REPORT A CRIME REQUEST ACALL BACK

MESSAGE ANEMPLOYEE

MAKE ACOMPLAINT

MAKE A GENERALENQUIRY

PROVIDEFEEDBACK

MAKE A FREEDOMOF INFORMATION

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More and more criminals areexploiting the speed, convenience andanonymity of the internet to commita diverse range of criminal activities.

The threat from cyber-crime is a rapidlygrowing problem nationally for policingand tackling it is a priority in Dorset.

Within his first 100 days in office, theCommissioner pledged to continue toeducate residents and businesses onhow to stay safe online.

A new Cyber-Crime Prevention Officerrole was created to enhance theeducation that the Force alreadyprovides to members of the public andlocal businesses around cyber-crimeprevention.

Jake Moore took up this new role as aCyber-Crime Prevention Officer on 1August 2016. He is committed toeducating individuals and businesses onhow they can stay safe online.

Jake said; “The internet is now anintegral part of modern life for most ofus. There are so many opportunitiesoffered by the internet.

“While you shouldn’t be afraid to makethe most of the cyber world, your

online safety shouldn’t be taken forgranted or assumed either. Few peoplereally understand the risks that canaffect you online and how easy it is toremove these risks.

“It is my job to ensurethat you have all theinformation youneed to stay safeonline.”

Jake MooreCyber-Crime Prevention Officer

For information and advice aboutstaying safe online visitwww.dorset.police.uk/cybersafe

CYBER-CRIME

• Remember, one click can changeeverything

• Use random, strong passwords andprotect your identity

• Always update anti-virus andsoftware

• Check for the padlocksymbol or https:// atthe beginning of the url


The abuse, exploitation and neglectof any adult or child is unacceptable.Dorset Police works with partners tostop those who commit crimesagainst the vulnerable.

A dedicated team of officers work forthe Dorset Police Public Protection Unitand are responsible for investigatingincidents which fall under the umbrellaof Protecting Vulnerable People (PVP)as well as safeguarding vulnerablepeople in Dorset.

PVP issues include: adults at risk, childabuse and neglect, child sexualexploitation (CSE), domestic abuse,female genital mutilation (FGM), forcedmarriage, honour based abuse, humantrafficking and modern slavery,managing offenders, missing persons,prostitution, sexual offences, andstalking and harassment.

While officers investigate offences andsupport victims, these types of offencesare often hidden and vulnerablemembers of society may be less likelyto speak up if they are experiencingabuse, neglect or have been a victim ofa crime. That’s why it is important thatthe general public of Dorset is vigilantand all individuals ensure they reportany suspicions or concernsimmediately.

Please report by visiting:dorset.police.uk/do-it-online or call101. Dial 999 in an emergency.

More information, including whatsigns to look out for and where toget support, can be found byvisiting: dorset.police.uk/PVP

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