Police chief appoints new victims advisor
Devon and Cornwall's Police and Crime Commissioner has appointed a new advisor as he bids to continue his "fight to give victims of crime a greater voice".
In line with one of the priorities set out in his police and crime plan, Tony Hogg has asked the Devon and Cornwall Divisional Manager of Victim Support, Georgie Constable, to help ensure that he can make a real difference.
Georgie has more than 40 years experience working in the voluntary sector, and her role, working alongside the Commissioner, will be unpaid.
Tony Hogg says: “I’m really pleased that Georgie is helping us. She has so much knowledge in this area and it makes complete sense for me to ‘tap’ into this. As Police and Crime Commissioner, I need to work with a range of partners and experts to ensure that I can effectively deliver my policing plan.”
Victim Support is a national charity giving free and confidential help to victims of crime, witnesses, their family, friends and anyone else affected across England and Wales. It also speaks out as a strong voice for victims and witnesses and campaigns for change within the criminal justice system.
Georgie Constable said: "I am delighted to have accepted Tony Hogg's invitation and I’m looking forward to working closely with him. We've already had many productive conversations since he was elected as PCC.
"I welcome the opportunity to further my work at Victim Support, putting local victims of crime first and making sure their voices are heard.”
