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Engagement

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As the public voice in policing the PCC acts as a link between policing and local communities.

Engagement is a key part of the PCC’s role. Matthew is often talking to the public about his priorities for policing, seeking views on community safety and local policing from residents across the Thames Valley

There are a number of ways that you can engage with the PCC to share views on policing and crime issues that matter to you:

Events

Share your views with the PCC

Listening and responding to public views on policing and crime is a key part of the Police and Crime Commissioner’s role.

These public meetings offer a chance to share your views on policing and crime with Matthew Barber (Police & Crime Commissioner for Thames Valley) and Thames Valley Police:

  • Tuesday 22 April 2025 (6.30pm – 8pm) – Radstock Lane Community Centre, Earley RG6 4LZ
  • Wednesday 30 April (6.30pm – 8pm) – Waterside Centre, Newbury RG14 1DS

You can find out more about the PCC’s role and about neighbourhood policing where you live with the opportunity to put forward your questions to both the PCC and a Thames Valley Police officer.

If you would like to register your attendance please complete the form below. Pre-registration is not compulsory however letting us know you are planning to attend will help us to manage numbers on the day.

If you are having any issues with completing the above form, please visit the dedicated weblink (opens in a new tab).

PCC engagement activity

As part of the Police & Crime Commissioner’s role, Matthew regularly visits a number of community organisations and local stakeholders to meet and discuss local issues and how his office can support local communities.

Please see below an interactive Google Map, detailing Matthew’s engagement activity since 2024: