Conservatives retain Cambridgeshire Police and Crime Commissioner post
People went to the polls on Thursday to choose their next PCC.
Last updated 8th May 2021
It's been declared that Darryl Preston (Conservative) is Cambridgeshire's next Police and Crime Commissioner.
Turnout for the election was 37.01%.
Final results
Nicky Massey (Labour) - 102,195
Darryl Preston (Conservative) - 114,053
Two other candidates, Susan Morris (Reform UK) and Rupert Moss-Eccardt (Liberal Democrat), were knocked out in the first round of voting.
What does a Police and Crime Commissioner do?
The role of the Police and Crime Commissioner is to be the voice of the people and hold their local police force to account.
The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners says the PCC for a local area is "responsible for the totality of policing".
They aim to cut crime and make sure the police service is efficient and effective.
They are elected to hold Chief Constables to account, and make sure they're answerable to the local people they serve.
A PCC is also expected to help improve local relationships through building confidence and restoring trust.