In the second part of their conversation, Bernard Rix interviews Tim Passmore, the Suffolk Police and Crime Commissioner, about national Matters. His role in the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC) and his leading role in the environment portfolio. Tim emphasizes the importance of working together despite political differences and highlights the need for a pragmatic approach to environmental issues in Suffolk. He also discusses his involvement in the National Rural Crime Network and the need for better support for rural areas. He expresses his ambition to continue leading the environment portfolio and his role in the National Rural Crime Network.

Takeaways

• Working together despite political differences is crucial for effective governance.
• A pragmatic approach is needed for addressing environmental issues in different areas.
• Rural areas require better support and funding to combat crime.
• Online crime is a growing concern that needs to be addressed.
• Specific issues in Suffolk include fly tipping, plant and machinery theft, and organized crime at the Port of Felixstowe.

Sound Bites

• “We work together despite political differences in a constructive manner.”
• “We need a pragmatic approach to environmental issues.”
• “Rural areas need better support and funding.”

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Re-election
00:09 A Pragmatic Approach to Environmental Issues
00:11 Passmore’s Role in the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners