Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner
The Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner is the police and crime commissioner, an elected official tasked with setting out the way crime is tackled by Dorset Police in the English County of Dorset. The post was created in November 2012, following an election held on 15 November 2012, and replaced the Dorset Police Authority. The current incumbent is Martyn Underhill.
| Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner | |
|---|---|
| Police and crime commissioner of Dorset Police | |
| Reports to | Dorset Police and Crime Panel |
| Appointer | Electorate of Dorset |
| Term length | Four years |
| Constituting instrument | Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011 |
| Precursor | Dorset Police Authority |
| Inaugural holder | Martyn Underhill |
| Formation | November 2012 |
| Deputy | Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner |
| Salary | £70,000 |
List of Dorset Police and Crime Commissioners
| Name | Political party | Dates in office |
|---|---|---|
| Martyn Underhill | Independent | 15 November 2012 to present |
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