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<p>Engaging with communities across the county</p>
<p>The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner is committed to engaging with the public of Essex around policing, crime, fire and rescue services. By delivering an engagement programme across the County it will enable us to listen to your needs and views on these topics, and help shape how we work with Essex Police, Essex County Fire and Rescue Service and partners to make our communities safe.</p>
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<p>Working as part of the team here is rewarding and varied. <br />We have shared values, standards and support each other.</p>

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<h3>Integrity</h3>
<p>Do the right thing for the people of Essex. Value our relationships and build them on transparency, honesty and trust. Respect support and listen to our partners and the public. Value and embrace all individuals for their diverse backgrounds, experiences and ideas. Keep promises and commitments made to others.</p>

<h3>Accountability</h3>
<p>Involve others in decisions and actions that affect them. Take responsibility for our own actions. Promote communities in which everyone takes responsibility for improving their own environment. Demonstrate strong leadership and live our values. Offer support and challenge to each other and to our partners. Celebrate success and learn from experiences as a team.</p>

<h3>Commitment</h3>
<p>Proud of what we do and passionate about serving the people of Essex. Committed to doing it once and doing it right. Determined to find solutions and achieve results which make a positive difference. Committed to working in partnership with the public and partner agencies. Open to innovation and new ideas. Committed to making our workplace a positive environment where people want to work.</p>

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New knife bin to take weapons off streets opened by Commissioner

PFCC meets with members of island Jewish community

Help police and local authorities tackle crime and anti-social behaviour by completing Community Safety Survey 2026

Knife bin clear‑out removes thousands of weapons from Essex streets

1,000 Community Speed Watch volunteers thanked for keeping Essex communities safe in Volunteers Week

Residents of Castle Point district invited to have say on crime and community safety at meeting

PFCC celebrates Essex volunteers during Volunteers’ Week 2026

Tackling ASB and VAWG discussed at Tendring public meeting

PFCC listens to residents' concerns at Harlow PFCC public meeting

Successful Premier League football programme expanded into two new communities thanks to PFCC funding

Residents of Tendring district invited to have say on crime and community safety at meeting

PFCC meets with rural community in roundtable talks to improve responses to hare coursing

PFCC-funded Safer Streets investment in new skate park celebrated

Residents share concerns at PFCC Brentwood public meeting

New Marine Unit launch to keep 350 miles of coastline safe welcomed by PFCC

Courage and service of past and living firefighters honoured by Deputy PFCC

Residents of Harlow district invited to have say on crime and community safety at meeting

Search launched for next Chief Constable of Essex Police

Firefighters Memorial Day service joined by PFCC and Deputy PFCC

Retirement of Chief Constable BJ Harrington

Residents of Brentwood district invited to have say on crime and community safety at meeting

National Stalking Awareness Week 2026: Support is Available

Volunteers needed to help keep standards high in Essex custody suites

PFCC approves over £350,000 to support violence prevention projects across Essex

PFCC welcomes strong public support for improving daytime fire engine availability

PFCC calls for the acceleration of change and improvement as ‘positive’ progress is recognised in HMICFRS report

Funding agreement secured to continue dedicated PCSO for Alresford

Agreement secured to continue dedicated PCSOs in Frinton and Walton

PFCC announces £101k Safer Streets funding to tackle shoplifting and anti-social behaviour in Southend

Strengthening Essex’s response to sexual violence and abuse

PFCC Roger Hirst MBE visits Willows Primary School to discuss road safety concerns

New Essex Victims’ Gateway Website Launched to Support Victims of Crime

Have your say on strategy to create safer roads in Essex – PFCC-backed partnership launches consultation

Deputy PFCC welcomes 13 new firefighters to service at Passing Out Parade

PFCC outlines to Safeguarding Minister an innovative Essex partnership operation to keep women and girls safe on nights out

PFCC welcomes 70 new officers to Essex Police at Passing Out Parade

PFCC re-affirms commitment to working with business on visit to family firm

PFCC celebrates community spirit at Essex High Sheriff Awards

PFCC speaks up for greater inclusivity for women and girls at International Women’s Day conference

PFCC underlines commitment to tackling all forms of animal cruelty after offender is jailed

Life-saving Bleed Prevention Kits to be in every Essex fire station in PFCC-backed partnership initiative

Initiative launched to regenerate square after residents raise concerns to PFCC

Speeding drivers, anti-social behaviour and use of privately-owned e-scooters on public city roads among topics at PFCC Chelmsford district public meeting

Innovative radio station given PFCC £15k boost to inspire and support young people

PFCC visits Port of London Police at Tilbury Docks

London Bus Theatre Company Fuels Jaywick Youth Ambitions with Free Arts Opportunities

Job opportunity at PFCC partner organisation The Change Project

PFCC speaks on BBC Essex outlining funding and budget challenges

New Deputy Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner confirmed by panel

'We have plans to keep you safe and secure' - Update: PFCC 2026/27 budgets for Essex Police and ECFRS approved

Residents of Chelmsford district invited to have a say on crime and community safety at meeting

PFCC Roger Hirst backs Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness Week 2026

We will work with your community to address safety concerns PFCC tells Wickford residents at public meeting

‘We have plans to keep you safe and secure’ – PFCC 2026/27 budget proposals for Essex Police and Essex County Fire and Rescue Service

New service to tackle billions lost to cyber crime and fraud every year

More than £1million of Safer Streets investment in upgraded Castle Point CCTV cameras – PFCC interviewed on BBC Essex

Essex community groups given a Happy New Year with £1m PFCC funding boost

Residents of Basildon district invited to have a say on crime and community safety at meeting

56 new Essex Police officers today welcomed by Commissioner at Passing Out Parade

Progress on new police station viewed by Commissioner

Reducing drug and knife crime and tackling violence against women and girls – Commissioner sets out priorities for year ahead

PFCC Roger Hirst appointed MBE in New Year Honours

Christmas and New Year message from PFCC Roger Hirst

‘Domestic abuse can hide behind smiles’ – PFCC backed partnership’s hard-hitting campaign

PFCC statement following tragic shooting incident in Bondi, Sydney, Australia

Commissioner backs hard-hitting campaign to stop ‘selfish’ drink-driving and drug-driving in festive season

Essex Pays Tribute to Deputy Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Jane Gardner on her retirement

Residents of Colchester district invited to have a say on crime and community safety

Results now in! - PFCC Precept Survey 2025 reveals strong public support for increased funding for Essex Police and Essex County Fire and Rescue Service

Homicide, ASB and burglary down – but still more to do, PFCC tells Thurrock residents

Volunteer Police Cadets welcome Commissioner during UK Parliament Week

Outgoing SETDAB Chair, Jane Gardner hailed for her leadership and support

PFCC tribute to PC Mathew Parker

DPFCC speaks up to end violence against women and girls

One more week to have your say on funding for policing and fire and rescue in Essex

Witham Fire Station gets lifesaving Bleed Control Kit in ongoing campaign supported by PFCC

PFCC statement after death of Essex Police officer on duty on A12

Improvements to Warrior Square and further efforts to curb knife crime among topics at Southend district PFCC meeting

Residents of Thurrock district invited to have a say on crime and community safety

10 years of the Essex Restorative and Mediation Service celebrated by supporters and volunteers

PFCC interviewed on BBC Essex about Government plans to abolish PCCs

Two more weeks to have your say on funding for policing and fire and rescue in Essex as PFCC survey extended

Essex PFCC: Bad Drivers are Real Criminals – Join the Fight for Safer Roads This Road Safety Week

Roger Hirst, PFCC Essex, statement on Government announcement to abolish PCCs

Pavement parking, rural crime and road deaths among topics raised at PFCC public meeting for Maldon district

PFCC joins Remembrance Day service honouring all men and women killed in conflict

Deputy PFCC attends Inter Faith Conference in Stanford-Le-Hope during Inter Faith Week

Essex PFCC Supports Safer Business Action Week 2025 to tackle retail crime and strengthen local communities - video

PFCC today visits Westminster to raise concerns with Essex MPs of growing funding pressures on policing and fire services

Delivering Safer Communities Together: £20m of efficiencies delivered by the Essex Emergency Services Collaboration Programme

Residents of Southend district invited to have a say on crime and community safety

PFCC speaks on BBC Five Live after asylum seeker mistakenly released from prison

PFCC hails Essex Police and Essex County Fire and Rescue Service control room staff during International Control Room Week

PFCC collaborates with universities and partners to further understand women joggers’ safety concerns

Have your say on funding plans for Essex Police and Essex County Fire and Rescue Service

Hate Crime Awareness Week 11th – 18th October 2025

World Mental Health Day 2025: A Message from Deputy PFCC Jane Gardner

Deputy Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner welcomes new Firefighters at Passing Out Parade

Residents of Maldon district invited to have a say on crime and community safety at public meeting

PFCC statement following Manchester Synagogue attack

<p>A new replacement knife bin for the Brentwood district was installed last week outside Brentwood Police Station. </p>
<p> The knife bins help to safely take thousands of knives off Essex Streets each year and are supplied by the PFCC-backed Essex Violence and Vulnerability Partnership.</p>
<p>PFCC Roger Hirst joined Chief Inspector Terry Fisher of Essex Police at Brentwood Police Station to celebrate the installation of the new knife bin.<br /></p>

New knife bin to take weapons off streets opened by Commissioner

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