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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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PCC announces appointment of new Chief Executive
Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Clare Moody has announced the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer. Karl Parfitt, who is currently serving as a British Army officer, will take up the post in the Office of the…
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Building trust and safety for Lawrence Hill’s young people
I was pleased to join the Lawrence Hill Neighbourhood Forum this week for an important community conversation about safety, trust and the lived experiences of young people in the area. Alongside Kerry…
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PCC pays tribute to local man described as “a pillar of Bristol’s conscience”
The passing of Bristol resident, Ras Judah Adunbi was sad news of a deeply respected community elder and longstanding advocate for race equality and police–community relations in Bristol. The impact of his legacy on shaping the way…
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PCC council tax police funding approved by Police & Crime Panel
The Avon and Somerset Police and Crime Panel met today to consider the Police and Crime Commissioner’s proposed increase in the council tax precept for Policing. In a meeting lasting…
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Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week 2026
Sexual abuse and sexual violence cause profound harm, and too often that harm is carried alone. As Police and Crime Commissioner, one of my core priorities is preventing abuse…
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Welcoming New Voices to Support Independent Scrutiny of Policing
Throughout January, newly appointed volunteers participated in a programme of induction and training sessions for the Independent Scrutiny of Police Powers Panel (ISoPPP), the Independent Scrutiny of Police Complaints Panel…
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Your voice, your policing: Bristol public forum with PCC Clare Moody
Residents across Bristol are invited to take part in an important community‑focused Public Forum hosted by Avon and Somerset Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Clare Moody. The event will be…
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Precept survey last chance
Today is the last chance to fill out the annual survey to give your views on the policing budget for next year. Each year, the PCC sets the amount you…
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Local voices, safer neighbourhoods: a day in Somerset
Last Friday (23 January), I spent time in Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge and Bridgwater, meeting local leaders, community organisations and residents to hear directly about local priorities and how we can work together to keep…
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Listening, learning and acting in Bath & North East Somerset
When people take the time to speak honestly about safety in their communities, it deserves to be heard — and acted on. That’s why the Bath & North East Somerset forum, held on Tuesday…