I am a hardworking, self-employed army veteran, committed to serving the public.

Full statement

In Gwent, we need a firmer approach to tackling crime to retain confidence in our police force.

My priorities:

20mph speed limits I will take a pragmatic approach to enforcing this in areas where it is unnecessary. When budgets are stretched, we should not be wasting resources on policing ill-thought out policies. Rural crime Welsh farmers are facing extremely challenging times. I will increase funding to the Rural Crime Team and ensure crime is not one of the burdens they need face. Anti-social behaviour I will increase police patrols in known areas of anti-social behaviour – no one should feel intimidated in their own home. Cyber-crime I will order a review into rising cyber-crime and commission a Digital Dog – to sniff out electronic devices, providing critical evidence to prosecute criminals who hide in the cybersphere. Organised crime I will back additional anti-drugs operations in Gwent to disrupt county lines gangs and end exploitation of our young and vulnerable. Public confidence I will conduct a review into disciplinary procedures, taking a zero-tolerance approach to sexual misconduct and all forms of discrimination. If a police officer falls short of the high standards expected, they should be dealt with swiftly and robustly. Crime in all forms destroys lives. I understand it is not always the headline-making crime that blights lives, I will tackle crime on all levels and be as accessible as I can, to ensure I support people from all communities to the best of my ability.

I have a background of service, I hope you will support me in becoming Police and Crime Commissioner for Gwent, to serve you and your interests.

Promoted by Richard John on behalf of Hannah Jarvis, both at 16 Maryport Street, Usk, NP15 1AB.