Adam Fox has been selected as Labour's Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner candidate for Essex in May's forthcoming election.

Mr Fox was previously Deputy Leader of Colchester City Council and Labour Group Leader, having spent seven years as a councillor between 2016 and 2023.

As Deputy Leader of the Council he had responsibility for the Local Economy and Council Transformation, liaising with local businesses, sitting on the North Essex Economic Board and prior to that was portfolio holder for housing.

He has previous experience of managing services that tackle drug and alcohol addiction and criminal activity, community engagement, supporting young people and victims of crime.  

Mr Fox says his priorities for policing in Essex over the coming months, which will include:

•  Visible neighbourhood policing
• Tackling antisocial behaviour
• Making town and city centres safe to visit
• Preventing rural crime
• Working with partners to stop male violence against women and girls

Speaking after his selection, he added: "All of us I'm sure know someone who has been a victim of a crime. The way we tackle crime and our priorities for safer communities have a huge impact.

"As Essex's Police and Crime Commissioner, I would put the priorities of our communities first.

"I will work with residents, local businesses, community organisations and faith groups. I will always be accountable to the people of Essex.

 "We must restore people's faith in policing and develop a modern service that is both responsive and cost effective. I won't rest until we have achieved that."