Dulwich Residents' Association

Want to help shape policing in your community?

The Mayor’s Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC), the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS), local authorities and communities are working together to establish a new model of community-led scrutiny, which enables community members to scrutinise the use of police powers in their local community.

Community Scrutiny Groups

Community Scrutiny Groups are made up of local volunteers who work together to review police activity and provide feedback to officers. By bringing diverse local voices into scrutiny processes which will help ensure that policing reflects the needs and experiences of local people.

We are looking for people who have a range of perspectives and experiences with strong community connections, we also welcome those who have lived experienced stop and search or other police powers.

What will you do?

As a Community Scrutiny Group volunteer, you will work with other local volunteers to:

• Review police data and information
• Look at how police powers such as stop and search and use of force are used
• Review Body Worn Video footage where appropriate
• Ask questions and provide constructive challenge
• Share your views and experiences
• Make recommendations to help improve local policing

Your contribution will help make sure that the experiences and perspectives of local communities are heard and considered.

Who can apply?

• Are aged 18 or over
• Live, work or study in the borough you wish to represent
• Are willing to adhere to confidentiality requirements and group agreements

Please note that staff members of the MPS or MOPAC, members of the existing Independent Advisory Groups, as well as individuals who hold elected political office, are not eligible to apply for this role.

How to apply: 

If you are interested in becoming a Community Scrutiny Group Volunteer, please find further information and the application form here.