North Wales PCC Andy Dunbobbin visits Meirionnydd region
"It is an exceptional area, with so much to offer residents and visitors alike.
"Living in the far south of the region, residents tell me they sometimes feel overlooked by public services, but as PCC for the whole of North Wales, I can assure them that their interests are very close to my heart, and that their safety is paramount to me in my role.
"While there is always more to do, I was pleased to hear of the increasing confidence that people have in police in the area and that they feel officers are more visible than they previously were."
He was joined by Deputy PCC Wayne Jones and PCSO Delyth Edwards during his tour of Gwynedd South, which began at Dolgellau Police Station.
The group later travelled to Tywyn to meet Chris Wood, clerk to the community council, where they discussed policing needs and recent developments.
One key concern raised was the misuse of e-scooters and e-bikes, particularly in the High Street area.
The UK Government's Crime and Policing Bill, introduced to Parliament in February, proposes giving police greater powers to tackle illegal use of e-scooters, including removing the requirement to issue a warning before seizing the vehicles.
The visit continued to Aberdovey Golf Club and into Aberdyfi, where the group spoke with business owners, fishermen, and staff from the Eryri National Park visitor centre.
Discussions also took place at the Trefeddian Hotel with William Moeran, general manager.
Mr Dunbobbin said he valued the feedback and concerns raised by business owners and residents during the visit.
District Inspector Iwan Jones said: "As a team, we've worked hard to increase the visibility and presence of police officers and PCSOs across Tywyn and the surrounding villages.
"It's encouraging to hear directly from residents that these efforts are making a positive impact.
"We recognise that there is always more to be done to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our communities."
PCSO Edwards, who hosted the visit, said: "It was a privilege and an honour to accompany and host Police and Crime Commissioner Andy Dunbobbin and his deputy Wayne Jones in the beautiful and picturesque Gwynedd South region."
Residents are reminded that they can report crime to North Wales Police via LiveChat on the force website or by calling 101.
In an emergency, people are urged to dial 999.
Crimes can also be reported anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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