OPCC for Avon and Somerset
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Latest News
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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 down on repeat adult perpetrators of anti-social behaviour (ASB). ASB remains one of the issues that people across Avon…
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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 said: “Kevin has been an asset to my office and has shown commitment, professionalism and…
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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, survivors of rape and serious sexual offences have faced unacceptable delays, often waiting months or even years for their cases…