Wiltshire PCC Election returns Philip Wilkinson for a second term

Philip Wilkinson has been elected as Police and Crime Commissioner for Wiltshire and Swindon for a second term.

The Conservative candidate said his focus has – and would continue to be - his support to Wiltshire Police as it continues its improvement journey and delivering upon his aim of Making Wiltshire Safer.

Mr Wilkinson pledged to continue to deliver on his election promises of a greater police visibility and commitment to protecting communities, a renewed emphasis on ridding communities of anti-social behaviour alongside increased focus on rural and retail crime.

The results from the 2024 election were as follows: Mr Wilkinson secured 38578 votes to be returned as PCC with Stanka Adamcova (Lab) registered 36,345 votes, Alan Hagger (Lib Dem) secured 20,485 votes and Mike Rees (Independent): 29,035 votes.

Mr Wilkinson – who will remain PCC until 2028 - thanked residents for the trust placed in him to continue in the role as PCC, promising to continue to be their voice in policing and hold Wiltshire Police accountable for an effective and efficient police service.

He said: “It is an absolute honour to continue as your Police and Crime Commissioner for the next four years.

“My promise remains the same – to be your voice in policing and to hold the Chief Constable to account for the effective and efficient police service that residents deserve - and Wiltshire Police are delivering under our outstanding Chief Constable.

“For me, this election has been about public service – security and protecting people is what I dedicated to – and will continue to do. This has never been about self-service.

“Now it is time for my office, and that of Wiltshire Police, to continue against our aim of Making Wiltshire Safer.” 

Published Satuday 4 May 2024