About Us
Durham Police Authority was established in 1994 and is an independent body separate from Durham Constabulary. It is made up of local people and has a statutory role to ensure that the policing service provided by the Chief Constable and Durham Constabulary is efficient and effective and meets the needs of the communities of County Durham and Darlington.
Delivering policing services is the job of the Chief Constable. It is the responsibility of the Police Authority to lead, consult with local people and challenge the performance of the Constabulary to ensure that local policing provides best value for money within the Force area.
The Police Authority exists to represent your views and to make sure that Durham Constabulary is accountable for providing the most efficient and effective police service to meet your needs.
Our Vision and Priorities
On the 3 February 2010, the Police Authority agreed to a new vision, mission and strategic priorities to help drive forward positive change for the communities of County Durham and Darlington:
Our Mission
“To ensure that policing in County Durham and Darlington is fair, effective and visible”
Our Vision
“To be the effective voice of our communities in securing the delivery of high quality policing by:
- Exercising strong and effective leadership.
- Engaging positively with communities to build confidence in local policing.
- Strengthening partnership working.
- Promoting equality, tolerance and respect for human rights.
- Scrutinising and challenging police performance to secure continuous improvement.
- Scrutinising and challenging business systems and processes to ensure effective use of resources.
The Authority’s Business Plan 2010-13 will help the Authority to achieve its vision, mission and strategic priorities.
