WEST Yorkshire Police's chief constable will remain in his role for another three years, the region's Mayor has confirmed. 

John Robins QPM has more than 32 years of local service in the force and will now undertake the role until 2027.

He is currently contracted until 2024, but to provide certainty and stability, West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin has asked him to commit to an additional three years.

Chief Constable Robins said he was honoured.

Mayor Brabin said: “In spite of unrelenting Government spending cuts, West Yorkshire Police’s Chief Constable John Robins has continued to navigate the force through the many challenges it faced with sheer professionalism."

Alison Lowe OBE, the Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime, added: “Now more than ever, we need experience at the helm, bringing stability during a time of much national uncertainty.

“The Chief Constable fully understands the Mayor’s priorities, as well as the expectations of our communities, and I know he is working hard alongside partners to ensure continued progress.

“Although there is still a significant way to go, the force is also making positive strides in recruiting a more diverse workforce, at a rate higher than the national average, which I personally welcome.”