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PCC Clare Moody responds to comments on police reform
“The Government has made a welcome commitment to rewiring the state. However, I do not believe that intent is met by having greater centralisation of all policing structures, as suggested by a London based police leader today. A consensus can be built for reform but this…
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Reflecting on the National Black Police Association conference
Last week, Avon and Somerset Police had the privilege of hosting the National Black Police Association conference. The annual event is a chance to discuss racial inequality in policing, how policing is delivered to our minoritised communities, and how to improve things for Black, Asian and minoritised officers…
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South West conference focuses on emerging online harms and safeguarding responses
More than 100 representatives from policing, safeguarding, local government, health, education, academia, and the voluntary sector came together this week to examine the growing threat posed by…
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PCC to scrutinise police use of Live Facial Recognition in Avon and Somerset
Today, Avon and Somerset Police announced plans to introduce Live Facial Recognition (LFR) technology as part of its work to prevent crime and protect the public. As…
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Dr Shereen Daniels: “Soft language and good intentions don’t magically transform experiences”
A guest blog from Dr Sheeren Daniels, reflecting on this year's National Black Policing Association Conference, uncomfortable truths, and the role of ethical leadership in an age of division.
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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.
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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…
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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,…