Norfolk PCC resigns with immediate effect following family diagnosis
The Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for Norfolk has resigned with immediate effect following the diagnosis of a close family member with a life-changing condition.
Sarah Taylor announced her decision on Thursday, citing personal circumstances after what she described as a difficult year for her family.
In a statement, Ms Taylor said: “An immediate family member has been diagnosed with a condition which is known to be profoundly life-changing.”
She added that serving as Norfolk’s PCC had been “a great privilege” and praised the work of police officers and staff across the force.
The PCC role, introduced in 2012, is responsible for holding chief constables to account, setting local policing priorities and overseeing police budgets.
Chief Constable Paul Sanford thanked Ms Taylor for her service and commitment to policing in Norfolk. “I wish her all the very best for the future,” he said.
Ms Taylor was elected as Norfolk PCC in 2024. She later left the Labour Party but remained in post as an independent commissioner.
It is not yet clear how the vacancy will be filled. The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner said it was working with the relevant authorities to ensure all legal and governance processes were followed and would provide further information once the next steps had been confirmed.
Mark Stokes, chief executive of the Norfolk PCC’s office, said arrangements were being put in place to maintain governance and oversight while the position remains vacant.