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First female Chief Constable of Avon and Somerset Police appointed
Sarah Crew has become the first female Chief Constable of Avon and Somerset Police, 27 years after she joined as a new recruit.
Forcewide news 25 Nov 2021 -
PCC increases precept to help deliver Police and Crime Plan
PCC Mark Shelford confirmed an increase in the policing part of the council tax.
Announcements 01 Feb 2022
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PCC Visits Cheddar and North Somerset on Engagement Days
PCC Mark Shelford has been out and about across Avon and Somerset during the last two weeks to listen to the concerns of our communities on policing and crime issues. …
Engagement Days 20 Jun 2022 -
PCC statement: protests on College Green, Bristol
PCC for Avon and Somerset, Mark Shelford, said: “I am aware there was an event on College Green, Bristol, on Sunday involving the gathering of a women’s group and a…
Announcements 20 Jun 2022 -
New Home Office funding to tackle Violence Against Women and Girls available
PCC Mark Shelford is encouraging partners across Avon and Somerset to apply for new Home Office funding that aims to tackle Violence Against Women and Girls.
Victims 08 Jun 2022 -
PCC bolsters Violence Reduction Unit team
PCC Mark Shelford is recruiting for two new exciting roles to strengthen the work of the Violence Reduction Units (VRU) across Avon and Somerset.
Violence Reduction Unit 06 Jun 2022 -
DNA database to deter would-be dog thieves
Avon and Somerset Police are encouraging dog owners across the policing area to protect their pets from theft.
Campaigns 01 Jun 2022 -
PCC thanks dedicated volunteers
PCC Mark Shelford is saying a massive thank you to volunteers.
Good news 01 Jun 2022 -
Op Sceptre results in 311 fewer weapons on the streets of Avon and Somerset
Operation Sceptre took place from Monday 16 May to Sunday 22 May 2022, resulting in 311 fewer weapons on the streets of Avon and Somerset.
Campaigns 31 May 2022 -
Avon and Somerset Police ranked as fastest service for answering 999 calls
Avon and Somerset Police has been recognised nationally for the timeliness of answering 999 calls, with an average answer time of just 6.1 seconds.
Good news 31 May 2022 -
New warning issued as holiday fraud increases
PCC Mark Shelford is urging local people to remain vigilant against holiday fraud when booking flights or accommodation online.
Fraud 27 May 2022 -
Encouraging male victims to get support
PCC Mark Shelford and Avon and Somerset Police are encouraging male rape victims to come forward and access the support from local support services.
Victims 25 May 2022