Ep17: Inside Dorset Policing: A Conversation with the Police & Crime Commissioner

In this episode of the Your Voice Dorset, we speak to Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner David Sidwick about what the role of PCC actually involves — and what it means for communities across Dorset. David explains his three main responsibilities: ✔ holding Dorset Police to account ✔ setting local policing priorities ✔ funding projects that support victims and prevent crime We discuss Dorset’s current policing priorities, including: • Cutting crime and anti-social behaviour • Increasing police visibility and community engagement • Tackling violence, drugs and high-harm offences • Fighting rural crime • Putting victims and communities first The conversation also looks at: • Why people often feel unsafe even when crime is falling • How policing has changed with online crime and fraud • The challenges of funding a rural and seasonal county like Dorset • Concerns over plans to scrap the PCC role • How residents can get involved as police volunteers David also shares his personal journey into politics, what Dorset means to him, and why he believes community connection is key to safer towns and villages. 🎙️ This interview was recorded as part of the Your Voice Dorset podcast, bringing local voices and decision-makers directly to the people of Dorset. 🔔 Subscribe for more interviews, local stories and Dorset-focused discussions 🌍 Find more at: www.dorsetview.co.uk Visit our website: www.dorsetview.co.uk FB:   / dorsetview.news   Insta:   / dorset_view   #podcast #dorset #journalism