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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…

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…

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

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