Branch chair highlights importance of victim-focused performance review

29 April 2025

Dyfed Powys Police Federation chair Delme Rees has praised the Deputy Chief Constable’s (DCC) monthly performance meeting.

Delme has encouraged officers and staff to engage with the session to better understand how their work contributes to wider service delivery.

He attended the Deputy Chief Constable’s victim-focused monthly meeting in March. 

The virtual meeting, open to all Dyfed Powys Police officers and police staff, provides a valuable insight into how frontline and specialist cops support victims across the Force area - the largest geographical police area in England and Wales.

Performance

“The session gave a clear picture of how our teams are performing - starting with our response to 999 and 101 calls, and examining what factors influence this response time,” said Delme. 

“It went on to look at how quickly crimes are recorded, the quality of investigations, and our effectiveness in securing arrests and prosecutions.”

A number of priority areas were under the spotlight during the meeting, including domestic abuse, sexual offences, drugs, burglaries, and shoplifting. 

Performance from roads policing, collision investigation, custody, neighbourhood policing, and prevention teams was also reviewed.

Delme stressed the value of such sessions for officers of all ranks, noting that they help build a clearer understanding of how different roles across the Force interconnect.

Awareness

“I would encourage all members of Dyfed Powys Police Federation to attend these meetings where possible,” he added. 

“They are a great way to raise awareness of how each role contributes to the overall picture and to appreciate the work being done across departments to deliver a better service for victims.”

The monthly meeting, led by the Deputy Chief Constable, Ifan Charles, forms part of the Force’s commitment to continuous improvement and ensuring that victims remain at the heart of policing across Dyfed Powys.

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