Want to help shape policing in your community?
Remember to check your CV before applying Also, ensure you read through all the requirements related to this role.
The Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC), the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS), local authorities and communities are working together to establish a new model of community-led scrutiny, which enables community members to scrutinise the use of police powers in their local community.
Community Scrutiny Groups:
Community Scrutiny Groups are made up of local volunteers who work together to review police activity and provide feedback to officers. By bringing diverse local voices into scrutiny processes which will help ensure that policing reflects the needs and experiences of local people.
We are looking for people who have a range of perspectives and experiences with strong community connections, we also welcome those who have lived experienced stop and search or other police powers.
What will you do?
As a Community Scrutiny Group volunteer, you will work with other local volunteers to: Review police data and informationLook at how police powers such as stop and search and use of force are usedReview Body Worn Video footage where appropriateAsk questions and provide constructive challengeShare your views and experiencesMake recommendations to help improve local policingYour contribution will help make sure that the experiences and perspectives of local communities are heard and considered.
Who can apply?
Are aged 18 or overLive, work or study in the borough you wish to representAre willing to adhere to confidentiality requirements and group agreementsPlease note that staff members of the MPS or MOPAC, members of the existing Independent Advisory Groups, as well as individuals who hold elected political office, are not eligible to apply for this role.
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MOPAC CSG Candidate Pack - final.pdf LocationLondon SectorCommunity ProtectionClientThe Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC)Job TypePermanentSalary/RemunerationVoluntary (Reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with MOPAC's expenses policy)ReferenceGSe124497Closing Date23.59 Wednesday 4 November 2026
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