Interviews with the candidates who want to become the new police, fire and crime commissioner. (Apart from the Tory candidate who did not want to talk to us.)
That speaks volumes about his lack of understanding of so many aspects.
P.R. is the name of the game and if any political party needed good P.R. right now it's the Conservatives.
Who advised him to not talk?
Was this a P.R. hiccup or just total arrogance, indifference, or just bloody mindedness?
Maybe he doesn't really want the job having seen the track record of his 2 predecessors?
Danielle Stone is out of the running for me. She admits to knowing nothing about either the Police or the Fire Service.
Sorry, but a serious candidate must have an inkling about the role.
Too much to take on board from square one.
Also, being a staunch well travelled politician, why only now go for the job?
A salary to top up the pension?
My vote goes here...Ana Savage-Gunn has been a Police Inspector, dealt with senior officers and seems to have a very concise and interesting C.V. and a grip on Police issues.
It's a great shame that she has had to tag onto the LibDems as there would be no hope in hell of her being noticed for the candidacy without the political agenda.
LibDems don't spring to mind for most folks, me neither, but I can see only one person who truly will do the job properly without fear or favour.
As an ex volunteer Independent member of the Northamptonshire, Police, Fire and Crime panel for the past eight years this is my views. The candidates do not need to be an ex Police or Fire officer. The role of the Commissioner is to ensure that the budget and funding received from Council tax and grants fulfilled the Crime Plan. I.e the action plan to deliver what the residents wishes to have. Commissioner cannot interfere with the operational side of the Police and Fire. They have to work together. However, the Commissioner has to scrutinise the delivery for both services. If they do not, the Commissioner can sack them. The Panel is there like I was to scrutinise and ask pertinent questions to the Commissioner as to their performance. Was the outcomes good or poor for the residents? If not, Councillors have the power to dismissed him. However, as you have seen, if Councillors are ineffective, you get what you voted for. I.e Mold
If you are unsuccessful Scott I would love to hear why, personally I think you would be an excellent panel member. I would suggest that, if rejected, don’t take it lying down, demand a point by point reason why you were not selected. If necessary call upon support, if you get my drift.
Thanks Scott, I am housebound at the moment, so unfortunately unable to meet up. However, I am very interested in assisting you in your attempt to join the panel as an independent. I think you are the sort of person needed on there.
Thanks for your kind words Scott, I have COPD but I live with my wife, daughter and partner and our wonderful grandchildren. We are lucky enough to live in a house that is large enough for all of us and two dogs. I have no needs apart from trying to make life for all people better.
As I’ve said before, party politics will have no place in the way I vote. Ana Savage Gun is my choice, she has the experience and the enthusiasm to turn things around and then set about improvements.
The Labour candidate isn’t capable of doing the job.
The Tory candidate seems to be agoraphobic. I assume he will be doing his campaigning using a CB.Radio whilst hidden under his bed.
She has Police experience which I believe is where her focus will lie, did she call out the former Chief Constable, no, not to my knowledge, I prefer someone who has to look at how the services are perceived and how they respond to that, which is why Danielle Stone, from my perspective, is the ideal candidate.
I have a feeling that Mr Adderley is still the Chief Constable. Why would she “call out” Mr Adderley, as far as I’m aware he has not had his disciplinary hearing yet, or been convicted of any crime. I would suggest that Ms Gunn is just acting with integrity and fairness, which seems a pretty good personality trait to me John.
He has been referred to the CPS so his hearing has taken place, I would suggest she isn't making a stand because of her desire to advance in politics, rather than being a stance of integrity and I also suggest that anyone who has been a member of the police or fire service would be likely to have a bias toward that service, we need someone who is neutral to either as the role is to oversee the use of public funds by both bodies, let the ballot box decide, whoever wins I will be watching closely.
Sorry John, you’re wrong his disciplinary hearing takes place on the 28th of May 2024. The fact that the IOPC has referred his case to the CPS does not alter this fact. What I would add is that someone who has previous experience of serving in either the police or fire service, will have some idea of the staff and culture. As to your final comment “let the ballot box decide”, I agree totally.
Thank you for doing the interviews which are interesting. Are there any public meetings where we might get to meet the candidates- the only one I can see anywhere is Oundle. It would be good to have something in Kettering.
I don't feel a duty to support anyone, I make my decision based on knowledge. When the current PFCC was called to explain his decision to appoint Nikki Marzec, Danielle Stone was at the public meeting along with FBU representatives from around the country but his cronies supported him and he survived.
I know Danielle and understand her commitment to local people, the other candidate on here has, you say, also tried to get elected to parliament via the recent Wellingborough by election, this sounds to me like someone who just wants to get in power rather than a real interest in the PFCC role, only my opinion but there it is.
I totally respect your opinion John, and I understand that if you know someone, you feel a duty to support them. Unfortunately, as far as I’m aware, she has never been particularly vocal about the current commissioner and his failings, nor has she previously expressed any interest in taking on the role. Leaving that aside, this is a role that is far outside of her capabilities, as I’m sure she secretly realises.
I feel your pain, I am in exactly the same situation. The only thing I would say is, we get the local politicians we do because of the system. The people who should stand are not in a position to stand, because they are working to bring up their family and simply do not have the time to devote to the political process.
Mr Emberson won't talk to NN Journal?
That speaks volumes about his lack of understanding of so many aspects.
P.R. is the name of the game and if any political party needed good P.R. right now it's the Conservatives.
Who advised him to not talk?
Was this a P.R. hiccup or just total arrogance, indifference, or just bloody mindedness?
Maybe he doesn't really want the job having seen the track record of his 2 predecessors?
Danielle Stone is out of the running for me. She admits to knowing nothing about either the Police or the Fire Service.
Sorry, but a serious candidate must have an inkling about the role.
Too much to take on board from square one.
Also, being a staunch well travelled politician, why only now go for the job?
A salary to top up the pension?
My vote goes here...Ana Savage-Gunn has been a Police Inspector, dealt with senior officers and seems to have a very concise and interesting C.V. and a grip on Police issues.
It's a great shame that she has had to tag onto the LibDems as there would be no hope in hell of her being noticed for the candidacy without the political agenda.
LibDems don't spring to mind for most folks, me neither, but I can see only one person who truly will do the job properly without fear or favour.
He also refused to take part in a “hustings” with BBC Radio Northampton Breakfast presenter Annabel Amos,unlike Ms Stone and Ms Gunn.
As an ex volunteer Independent member of the Northamptonshire, Police, Fire and Crime panel for the past eight years this is my views. The candidates do not need to be an ex Police or Fire officer. The role of the Commissioner is to ensure that the budget and funding received from Council tax and grants fulfilled the Crime Plan. I.e the action plan to deliver what the residents wishes to have. Commissioner cannot interfere with the operational side of the Police and Fire. They have to work together. However, the Commissioner has to scrutinise the delivery for both services. If they do not, the Commissioner can sack them. The Panel is there like I was to scrutinise and ask pertinent questions to the Commissioner as to their performance. Was the outcomes good or poor for the residents? If not, Councillors have the power to dismissed him. However, as you have seen, if Councillors are ineffective, you get what you voted for. I.e Mold
If you are unsuccessful Scott I would love to hear why, personally I think you would be an excellent panel member. I would suggest that, if rejected, don’t take it lying down, demand a point by point reason why you were not selected. If necessary call upon support, if you get my drift.
Oh yes you could ask for further training on how to apply for a panel member. 😀 ha. Ha.ha.
Thanks Scott, I am housebound at the moment, so unfortunately unable to meet up. However, I am very interested in assisting you in your attempt to join the panel as an independent. I think you are the sort of person needed on there.
Thanks for your kind words Scott, I have COPD but I live with my wife, daughter and partner and our wonderful grandchildren. We are lucky enough to live in a house that is large enough for all of us and two dogs. I have no needs apart from trying to make life for all people better.
As I’ve said before, party politics will have no place in the way I vote. Ana Savage Gun is my choice, she has the experience and the enthusiasm to turn things around and then set about improvements.
The Labour candidate isn’t capable of doing the job.
The Tory candidate seems to be agoraphobic. I assume he will be doing his campaigning using a CB.Radio whilst hidden under his bed.
It's shocking that the Conservatives can think that by avoiding scrutiny they will still get elected.
Unfortunately as we have seen in Northamptonshire even councillors who bankrupted the county council still stand for election and get elected.
In Summary:
Conservative: I don't need to speak to you. Every thing is great. I am going to win anyway. Nothing to see here. Move along.
Labour: "I see the role not as having to be an expert in police or expert in fire, it's about scrutiny,".
Lib Dem: The departments are in dire state. They need urgent action and leadership. I have relevant experience.
Seems like a clear choice to me.
Totally agree Kevin.
She has Police experience which I believe is where her focus will lie, did she call out the former Chief Constable, no, not to my knowledge, I prefer someone who has to look at how the services are perceived and how they respond to that, which is why Danielle Stone, from my perspective, is the ideal candidate.
I have a feeling that Mr Adderley is still the Chief Constable. Why would she “call out” Mr Adderley, as far as I’m aware he has not had his disciplinary hearing yet, or been convicted of any crime. I would suggest that Ms Gunn is just acting with integrity and fairness, which seems a pretty good personality trait to me John.
He has been referred to the CPS so his hearing has taken place, I would suggest she isn't making a stand because of her desire to advance in politics, rather than being a stance of integrity and I also suggest that anyone who has been a member of the police or fire service would be likely to have a bias toward that service, we need someone who is neutral to either as the role is to oversee the use of public funds by both bodies, let the ballot box decide, whoever wins I will be watching closely.
Sorry John, you’re wrong his disciplinary hearing takes place on the 28th of May 2024. The fact that the IOPC has referred his case to the CPS does not alter this fact. What I would add is that someone who has previous experience of serving in either the police or fire service, will have some idea of the staff and culture. As to your final comment “let the ballot box decide”, I agree totally.
It has gone so well for the Conservative incumbent, cannot think why he refused to turn up ... Perhaps you will find him in the refrigerator?
Thank you for doing the interviews which are interesting. Are there any public meetings where we might get to meet the candidates- the only one I can see anywhere is Oundle. It would be good to have something in Kettering.
Yes, I stand corrected, it was put back to May, for lying on his CV, a fraud, he should've been sacked.
I don't feel a duty to support anyone, I make my decision based on knowledge. When the current PFCC was called to explain his decision to appoint Nikki Marzec, Danielle Stone was at the public meeting along with FBU representatives from around the country but his cronies supported him and he survived.
I know Danielle and understand her commitment to local people, the other candidate on here has, you say, also tried to get elected to parliament via the recent Wellingborough by election, this sounds to me like someone who just wants to get in power rather than a real interest in the PFCC role, only my opinion but there it is.
I totally respect your opinion John, and I understand that if you know someone, you feel a duty to support them. Unfortunately, as far as I’m aware, she has never been particularly vocal about the current commissioner and his failings, nor has she previously expressed any interest in taking on the role. Leaving that aside, this is a role that is far outside of her capabilities, as I’m sure she secretly realises.
Hi Scott, I get your point. What confuses me more though, is why she agreed to be photographed in her motorcycle outlaw gear.
Then don't complain at other people's choice. We have a vote so we can have some influence. Use it or lose it
I think he was joking my friend.
Nothing wrong with a bit of humour here Scott, I attempt to insert some occasionally, but not even my wife finds my humour funny.😹
Ah, a joke!
It's been a long time having too much fun being boringly descriptive of our failing authority.
My apologies 😁
I feel your pain, I am in exactly the same situation. The only thing I would say is, we get the local politicians we do because of the system. The people who should stand are not in a position to stand, because they are working to bring up their family and simply do not have the time to devote to the political process.