Reports & Governance
This section provides information about how policing in Cheshire is overseen and held to account.
It includes details of boards, panels and independent bodies that review decisions, performance and standards.
Joint Management Board
The Joint Management Board supports decision-making and oversight.
It brings together senior leaders from the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) and Cheshire Constabulary to:
- review performance
- discuss priorities
- monitor progress
HMICFRS
His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) independently inspects police forces.
It:
- assesses how well Cheshire Police is performing
- publishes reports and recommendations
- helps identify areas for improvement
Independent Ethics Panel
The Independent Ethics Panel promotes ethical standards in policing.
It:
- provides advice on ethical issues
- reviews policies and decisions
- supports fair and transparent working
Police and Crime Panel
The Police and Crime Panel is independent of the PCC and his team.
It:
- reviews the PCC’s decisions and actions
- supports transparency and accountability
- represents the views of local communities
Latest news
Cheshire wins national award for independent custody visits
The Office of the Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) has been recognised nationally with a silver award for the high quality of its independent custody visiting scheme.
Vital open water safety training rolls out to all schools in Cheshire
12-months funding will help spread the word on keeping young people safe in water
