The Police and Crime Commissioner and his rival for the role have spoken out over a need to build trust in Thames Valley Police after a survey found public confidence lacking. Results of the survey, from data provider Maru on behalf of the force, showed only 60 per cent of respondents viewed it as a trustworthy organisation. With PPC elections upcoming, set for May this year, Labour’s candidate Tim Starkey has also spoken out. While Couzens represented a different force, Mr Starkey has backed Labour calls for urgent reform to vetting and misconduct procedures in all police forces, including the Thames Valley. “The types of misogynistic attitudes uncovered in the team where Mr Couzens was operating are sadly not confined to the Met,” he said.
