Watch Schemes
Watch schemes encourage communities to work together to protect themselves and their property, which in turn can help to reduce the fear of crime and improve the local environment.
West Mercia Police supports the activity of thousands of members of watch schemes. Each of our divisions has a watch administrator (see below) who can provide information about the various schemes as well as local contact details for anyone wishing to join.
You can find out more about how we work with Neighbourhood Watch by reading our Pledge.
The Different Schemes
There are many different schemes (several of which are listed below), each tailored to meet the needs and interests of particular groups within our communities.
Active watch schemes include:
- Farm Watch
- Horse Watch
- Home Watch
- Neighbourhood Watch
- Rural Watch
- Village Watch
And in the business sector:
- Business Watch
- Factory Watch
- Pub Watch
- Shop Watch
For young people:
- College Watch
- School Watch
Please contact your local watch administrator (see below) for more details of how to get involved.
Neighbourhood Watch Newsletter
West Mercia has recently introduced a Neighbourhood Watch Newsletter to keep members up to date with the latest news and information. As well as good news stories and updates on the force's work, the newsletter provides information on forthcoming crime prevention campaigns and what promotional materials are available for local distribution.
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Watch Administrators
Herefordshire - Chief Inspector Jim McLaughlin
Tel: 0300 333 3000, ext. 4568
Email: james.mclaughlin@westmercia.pnn.police.uk
North Worcestershire - Mel Clarke
Tel: 0300 333 3000, ext 3253
Email: melvyn.clarke@westmercia.pnn.police.uk
Shropshire - Dave Riley
Tel: 0300 333 3000, ext 5799
Email: david.riley@westmercia.pnn.police.uk
South Worcestershire - Adrian Symonds
Tel: 0300 333 3000, ext 4027
Email: adrian.symonds@westmercia.pnn.police.uk
Telford & Wrekin - Anne Walker
Tel: 0300 333 3000, ext. 5004
Email: anne.walker@westmercia.pnn.police.uk