Statement on Decision Making
Read the Commissioner’s statement on Decision Making to find out;
- Who makes decisions
- How you can find out what is being considered
- How can find out about decisions that have been taken
- About rules relating to the business and the proceedings of the Commissioner
- Who you can contact for further information
Current Quarter:
Decision Ref:
2025/09Issue:
Appointment of Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner
Decision:
Following consideration by the Police and Crime Panel on the 20th May 2025, I appoint Kimberley Whitehead to the position of Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner (DPCC), pursuant to the power available to me, in accordance with the provisions of the Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011.
Date of Decision:
16th June 2025Decision Papers/Reason for Restricted
Decision NoticeDecision Maker:
PCCDecision Ref:
2025/08Issue:
Chorley Police Station - Stage 2 (Construction Element) RIBA 5 - 7 Contract Award
Decision:
I have considered the advice provided by my officers agree the award of Stage 2 (construction element) RIBA 5 – 7 contract in the amount of £20,200,407.50, to Eric Wright Construction.
Date of Decision:
11th June 2025Decision Papers/Reason for Restricted
Decision Notice Recommendation ReportDecision Maker:
PCCDecision Ref:
2025/07Issue:
Sponsorship, Gifts and Loans 2024/25
Decision:
I have considered the advice provided by my officers and note the value of sponsorship, gifts and loans received in 2024/25.
Date of Decision:
3rd June 2025Decision Papers/Reason for Restricted
Decision Notice Recommendation ReportDecision Maker:
PCCDecision Ref:
2025/06Issue:
Financial Position as at 31 March 2025
Decision:
I have considered the advice provided by my officers and have approved the payment for professional services as set out in the recommendation report.
Date of Decision:
3rd June 2025Decision Papers/Reason for Restricted
Decision Notice Recommendation ReportDecision Maker:
PCCDecision Ref:
2025/05Issue:
Pension Forfeiture
Decision:
I have considered an application from the Chief Constable for the forfeiture of a police pension, in respect of former Chief Inspector Sansbury, as set out in the Report and Appendices now presented; and authorise the Chief Executive to make an application for a certificate to the Secretary of State, so as to allow me to subsequently consider the pension forfeiture.
Date of Decision:
15th May 2025Decision Papers/Reason for Restricted
RESTRICTED - Information relating to this decision is restricted as it contains information which relates to, or includes, personal information; financial interests of the Police & Crime Commissioner or any other person or company. It is considered that in all circumstances of the case the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. Decision NoticeDecision Maker:
PCCDecision Ref:
2025/04Issue:
Pension Forfeiture
Decision:
I have considered an application from the Chief Constable for the forfeiture of a police pension, in respect of former PC Hanson, as set out in the Report and Appendices now presented; and authorise the Chief Executive to make an application for a certificate to the Secretary of State, so as to allow me to subsequently consider the pension forfeiture.
Date of Decision:
15th May 2025Decision Papers/Reason for Restricted
RESTRICTED - Information relating to this decision is restricted as it contains information which relates to, or includes, personal information; financial interests of the Police & Crime Commissioner or any other person or company. It is considered that in all circumstances of the case the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. Decision NoticeDecision Maker:
PCCDecision Ref:
2025/03Issue:
Pension Forfeiture
Decision:
I have considered an application from the Chief Constable for the forfeiture of a police pension, in respect of former PC Choudhury, as set out in the Report and Appendices now presented; and authorise the Chief Executive to make an application for a certificate to the Secretary of State, so as to allow me to subsequently consider the pension forfeiture.
Date of Decision:
15th May 2025Decision Papers/Reason for Restricted
RESTRICTED - Information relating to this decision is restricted as it contains information which relates to, or includes, personal information; financial interests of the Police & Crime Commissioner or any other person or company. It is considered that in all circumstances of the case the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. Decision NoticeDecision Maker:
PCCDecision Ref:
2025/02Issue:
Pension Forfeiture
Decision:
I have considered an application from the Chief Constable for the forfeiture of a police pension, in respect of former PC Bury, as set out in the Report and Appendices now presented; and authorise the Chief Executive to make an application for a certificate to the Secretary of State, so as to allow me to subsequently consider the pension forfeiture.
Date of Decision:
15th May 2025Decision Papers/Reason for Restricted
RESTRICTED - Information relating to this decision is restricted as it contains information which relates to, or includes, personal information; financial interests of the Police & Crime Commissioner or any other person or company. It is considered that in all circumstances of the case the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. Decision NoticeDecision Maker:
PCCDecision Ref:
2025/01Issue:
Independent Custody Visiting (ICV) Annual Report
Decision:
I have considered and approved the Annual Report attached which provides a summary of the work of the Independent Custody Visitors during the financial year 1st April 2024 to 31st March 2025.
