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Quarterly report from independent volunteer panel on police use of powers

The Independent Scrutiny of Police Powers Panel (ISOPPP) meet quarterly to scrutinise files and real-life footage of police officer’s using their powers, such as the use of Taser, Stop and Search and other use of force. After each meeting, the panel produces a report of their findings, which is submitted…

Announcements 25 Jun 2025
Public Forum with PCC Clare Moody – Somerset West

Join Avon & Somerset Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Clare Moody and your neighbourhood policing team to share ideas and help shape safer, more secure communities. The Somerset West public forum is on Tuesday, July 22nd at Taunton Rugby Football Club, 6-8pm. “I am here to listen, and I…

Announcements 11 Jun 2025

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PCC Clare Moody’s Statement on Concerns Following Glastonbury Festival Performances

Over the last 24 hours I have received many emails regarding Bob Vylan’s and Kneecap’s performances at the 2025 Glastonbury Festival. I understand the legitimate concerns raised and the…

Announcements 30 Jun 2025
ASB Awareness Week: Understanding Anti-Social Behaviour and How to Get Support

“Anti-social behaviour (ASB) disrupts lives and undermines community well-being.    Strengthening neighbourhood policing is one of my key priorities – including increased police visibility to disrupt…

Announcements 30 Jun 2025
Neighbourhood Policing Week 2025

Avon and Somerset Police and Crime Commissioner, Clare Moody has welcomed the start of Neighbourhood Policing Week, which runs from Monday 23rd – Sunday 29th June 2025. This week marks Neighbourhood…

Announcements 25 Jun 2025
Honouring courageous and dedicated service at police awards ceremony

It was a pleasure to attend the Avon and Somerset Police Force Awards last week, to recognise the dedication of officers, staff, and several members of the public in serving…

Announcements 24 Jun 2025
PCC Clare Moody Statement on Crime and Policing Bill Announcement

“I welcome the Government announcement that strangulation in pornography is to be made illegal. This is an important step in addressing the dangerous normalisation of violence against women and…

Announcements 19 Jun 2025
Giving evidence at the Home Affairs Committee: Tackling Violence Against Women and Girls

This week, I was asked to present evidence to the Home Affairs Committee’s Inquiry into Funding for Tackling Violence Against Women and Girls. I gave evidence both as the Association…

Events 19 Jun 2025
Statement on investment in west of England transport

I welcome the news of the significant investment in west of England transport projects. Improving transport links across the west of England is welcome news for all of our communities.

Announcements 04 Jun 2025
Raising awareness of fraud scams

This week, I am supporting Phishing Awareness Week, a campaign led by Action Fraud, the UK’s national reporting centre for fraud and cybercrime. It’s an important opportunity to raise public…

Announcements 04 Jun 2025
Understanding the policing and crime issues for Chard and Bridgwater residents

Last Friday, I was in Chard meeting with Chard Town Council officials, community leaders, and police officers to discuss policing concerns in the area, including anti-social behaviour…

Announcements 04 Jun 2025
A day in the life of an independent custody visitor volunteer

Carly – a volunteer with our office, shares what it’s like to be an independent custody visitor: “Something that I learned very quickly after becoming an Independent Custody Visitor (ICV)…

Announcements 03 Jun 2025

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