Omagh District Policing Partnership is a partnership between Omagh District Council and representatives of the community and was set up in co-operation with the Northern Ireland Policing Board.
The roles and responsibilities of the DPP are set out in Schedule 3 Part III of the Police (NI) Act 2000. They are to:
- Provide views to the District Commander on any matter concerning policing in the district
- Monitor the performance of the police in carrying out the local policing plan
- Obtain the views of the public about matters concerning the policing of the district
- Obtaining the co-operation of the public with the police in preventing crime
- Act as a general forum for discussion and consultation on matters affecting the policing of the district.
Finding out the community’s views, concerns and policing needs enables the District Commander to prioritise and deliver an effective and efficient service for the district. Consulting with the community about local policing is therefore an important role for DPPs.