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Anti-racism scrutiny board say criminal justice agencies must do better at having workforces that represent all communities
An anti-racism scrutiny board has raised the lack of progress in creating representative workforces in Avon and Somerset’s criminal justice agencies as a cause for concern. The Independent Scrutiny Board (ISB) is made up of local volunteers from local Black and minoritised communities who review ongoing work under a…
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Joint Statement from the Police and Crime Commissioner and Council Leaders of Avon and Somerset
Recent events, both locally and nationally, have left many people in our communities feeling anxious and unsettled. Large scale marches, where some groups or individuals use certain rhetoric or language create an unwelcoming environment, and are emboldening other people to commit verbal and physical attacks on people. We are…
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Working together to prevent violence: my visit to Southmead hospital
Walking into Southmead Hospital last week was a powerful reminder of why joined‑up working between health services, policing and our communities matters so deeply. I was welcomed by leaders from…
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Strengthening partnerships through research and innovation
As Police and Crime Commissioner, I am committed to ensuring that our approach to policing is informed by evidence, innovation, and collaboration. Last Friday’s visit to the University of Bath provided a…
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Have your say on police funding for 2026/27
How should we fund policing to keep our communities safe? That’s the question your Police and Crime Commissioner for Avon and Somerset, Clare Moody, is asking as she prepares the…
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This Christmas, let’s celebrate kindness and community spirit
As we approach Christmas, I find myself reflecting on what binds us together as a community. Christmas is a time when our streets and towns are lit up, not only by…
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PCC Clare Moody Announces Knife Crime Prevention Investment for Bristol
Police and Crime Commissioner Clare Moody has secured £224,000 of additional funding to support knife crime prevention projects in Bristol. Delivered in partnership with Avon and Somerset Police, Bristol City Council, Bristol BID, and the Bristol Violence Reduction…
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PCC Clare Moody’s Statement on the VAWG Strategy
“With one in 8 women victims of domestic abuse, sexual assault or stalking, the launch of the government’s violence against women and girls (VAWG) strategy, is crucial to tackle a…
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Winter of Action Launched
Police and Crime Commissioner Clare Moody has announced a Winter of Action to help keep town centres safe during the festive season and darker evenings. Running through December and…
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Your voice, your policing: PCC B&NES Public Forum
Residents of Bath and North East Somerset are invited to attend a community-focused Public Forum hosted by Avon and Somerset Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Clare Moody. This event taking…
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PCC Blog: Why Men Matter in Ending Violence Against Women and Girls
As part of the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, I had the privilege of sitting down to talk with Sal Naseem, former Director for London at the…
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Building safer Bristol: From local voices to specialist support
Last Friday (December 5), I spent the day in Bristol meeting residents, businesses, and visiting a specialist service supporting survivors of childhood sexual abuse. It was a powerful reminder of…