Synopsis
"A poll by the policy Exchange think-tank, published today, has found the public think politicians would make the worst police commissioners.
"The YouGov poll found 59 per cent of voters ranked former police officers as their preferred candidates.
"Nearly 30 per cent felt ordinary people with an interest in policing issues would make the best PCCs, while 26 per cent wanted someone from a military background.
"Only six per cent said they would opt for former government ministers, senior politicians and MPs."
Preparing for Police Commissioners: Exploring the Impact of PCCs