The Thames Valley Police and Crime Panel examines and reviews how the Police and Crime Commissioner for Thames Valley, Matthew Barber, carries out his responsibilities of ensuring that Thames Valley Police runs effectively. The panel also has a role to support the Commissioner in his work.
The panel is made up of one councillor from each of the 14 first tier local authorities in the Thames Valley, as well as 3 additional councillors from Buckinghamshire Council, one additional councillor from Milton Keynes Council and 2 independent members.