News: Announcements
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PCC statement: Now is a critical time for policing
PCC Mark Shelford has issued the following statement in relation to alleged racism, bullying and harassment in Avon and Somerset Police.
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Avon and Somerset Police awarded Home Office funding to tackle the harm caused by drugs in Bristol
Avon and Somerset Police have been given £1.5 million over two years to help reduce drugs harm in Bristol.
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Over £1million in funding awarded to Violence Reduction Units
The ground-breaking work of Violence Reduction Units (VRUs) will continue thanks to further Home Office funding.
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PCC welcomes £98,101 funding boost to support vulnerable young people
PCC welcomes extra funding to support young people.
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PCC welcomes role review
The PCC welcomes the Home Secretary’s plan to review the role of PCCs to help give local people a greater say over policing.
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Edward Colston statue statement
Following correspondence asking PCC Sue Mountstevens to drop the charges against those involved in pulling down Edward Colston's statue, she outlines the remit of the role.
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Avon and Somerset Police leads the way to meet National Equality Standards
Avon and Somerset Police have become the first police force in the UK to have achieved the accreditation for the National Equality Standard (NES).
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Government announces major investment in small businesses through justice system improvements
The Government has announced an extra £285 million-worth of improvements to courts and prisons this year.
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Organised crime groups dismantled as part of UK’s biggest ever law enforcement operation
More than 30 arrests have been made across the South West as part of the region’s response to Operation Venetic.
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PCC secures over £505,000 for victim support services in Avon and Somerset
The PCC has secured additional funding for local support services who help victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence.