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PCC and partners commit to improving road safety in the Chew Valley
Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Clare Moody brought together more than 35 residents, councillors, police officers and partner organisations this week to address road safety concerns across the Chew Valley and agree practical steps to make local roads safer. PCC Clare Moody hosted the meeting alongside Chris Kingdon,…
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Why the New Strangulation Pornography Ban Matters
You may have seen reports about new legislation coming into force next month that will ban pornography depicting strangulation or suffocation. For some, the change will seem overdue. For others, it may feel like an issue that has little relevance to their lives. But the reality is…
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PCC welcomes new measures to mark and track domestic abusers
This week, new measures have come into force to help better protect victims and survivors of domestic abuse. From Monday 5th October, courts will be required to make…
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Welcoming the new Chair of the Independent Scrutiny of Police Powers Panel
PCC Clare Moody “I am delighted to welcome Christa Christensen as the new Chair of the Independent Scrutiny of Police Powers Panel (ISoPPP).
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PCC welcomes new Respect Orders
Under the Crime and Policing Act 2026, the government is launching Respect Orders across England and Wales in October, to give police and councils tougher powers to crack…
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Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner to step down
Kevin Slocombe, who was appointed to the role of deputy Police and Crime Commissioner in July 2025, has decided to step down. Police and Crime Commissioner Clare Moody…
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PCC welcomes national roll out of specialist rape and sexual offences courts
As Joint Lead for Victims, alongside PCC Matthew Scott, I welcome the government’s announcement of a nationwide rollout of specialist rape and sexual offences courts. For too long,…
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Police and Crime Commissioner Launches New Community Fund
Community groups across the region are invited to apply for grants between £1,000 and £10,000 through the Police and Crime Commissioner Clare Moody’s new Community Fund. Over the…
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Progress continues on Yeovil Police Station refurbishment
Update from Avon and Somerset Police: Work continues on the multi-million-pound refurbishment of Yeovil Police Station at Horsey Lane, with the project remaining on track for completion in late 2027. …
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The new Bath Police Station: A commitment to visible policing
In conversation with residents, businesses and community groups across Avon and Somerset, I consistently hear calls for visible policing. For police officers to be accessible, connected to local concerns and focused on…
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Safety on our roads
Last year, an average of two people per day were seriously injured or killed on Avon and Somerset roads. Tragically, there were 44 fatalities. This year,…
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PCC steps into the boxing ring and commits to funding early intervention programme
Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Clare Moody donned boxing gloves to bring together young people and police officers at a youth charity in Bristol – as she commits to…