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Avon and Somerset Police join up with police from across the region to send strong message to criminals that the South West is #NoPlaceForDrugs

In a significant new approach, Avon and Somerset Police have teamed up with other police services across the South West to tackle cross border drugs supply.

Announcements 21 Mar 2022
PCC appoints Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner

PCC Mark Shelford has announced the appointment of Claire Hiscott to assist him as Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner (DPCC).

Announcements 17 Mar 2022
PCC welcomes Home Secretary’s recommendations

PCC Mark Shelford has welcomed the Home Secretary’s recommendations in part two of the PCC review, which called for a focus on ‘and crime’ part of the role.

Announcements 09 Mar 2022
Announcing Identifying Disproportionality in CJS report

A report has been published following a two year review into racial disproportionality in the Avon and Somerset Criminal Justice System (CJS).

Announcements 23 Feb 2022
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.

Announcements 22 Feb 2022
PCC and team secure over £100k additional funding for sexual violence and domestic abuse services in Avon and Somerset

The OPCC has successfully secured additional funding to support victims and survivors.

Announcements 10 Feb 2022
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
PCC statement following Colston statue criminal damage trial

PCC Mark Shelford has issued a statement following the Colston statue criminal damage trial.

Announcements 06 Jan 2022
PCC adds his support to campaign to ban sexual entertainment venues in Bristol

PCC Mark Shelford has added his name as a signatory to ban all licences allowing Sexual Entertainment Venues in the city.

Announcements 16 Dec 2021
PCC launches survey asking local people if they would pay more for policing

PCC Mark Shelford has launched a survey asking local people if they would pay an increase in the policing part of the council tax.

Announcements 07 Dec 2021