Police Commissioner seeks young peoples views

Young people in Newtown and the surrounding area are being urged to have their say on the services that matter most to them, as part of a major survey launched by the Dyfed-Powys Police and Crime Commissioner.

The Young People – Shape Our Services survey, which looks at how well crime and anti-social behaviour services are working, has now been extended until Sunday, 28 September. It gives local teenagers and young adults the chance to share their views on community safety, wellbeing, and the kind of support they want to see in their area.

Police and Crime Commissioner Dafydd Llywelyn said he wanted to hear directly from young people across Montgomeryshire and Mid Wales.

“I want to make sure every young person has the opportunity to tell us what matters to them,” he said. “This is their chance to speak up and help shape services that support their safety, wellbeing, and future.”

The feedback will be considered by the Commissioner’s Select Committee, which examines how effectively services are supporting young people and what improvements can be made to prevent them from being drawn into crime or anti-social behaviour.

As well as the survey, there is also an Open Call for Evidence, inviting schools, youth groups, families, and community organisations to contribute ideas about how to better support young people in the community.

Local schools and youth clubs in Newtown are being encouraged to get involved and ensure the voices of young people in the area are heard.

Young people can complete the short survey online at: Young People – Shape Our Services.
Anyone wishing to submit evidence can email: opcc@dyfed-powys.police.uk.