News: Announcements
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Guest Blog: The Institute for Addressing Strangulation (IFAS).
Guest Blog from Bernie Ryan, IFAS Chief Executive Non‑fatal strangulation (NFS) is a strong predictor of future homicide in domestic…
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PCC launches campaign on the dangers of non‑fatal strangulation
Avon and Somerset Police and Crime Commissioner Clare Moody has launched a campaign to raise awareness of the health and…
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Community-led oversight strengthens police accountability in 2025
The Independent Scrutiny of Police Powers Panel (ISoPPP) has published its 2025 Annual Report, offering a clear assessment of how…
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Independent panel identifies progress and persistent gaps in police complaint handling
Independent scrutiny highlights improvements while urging stronger communication and victim support. An independent panel reviewing how Avon and Somerset Police…
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Joint statement from the Police and Crime Commissioner and Local Authority Leaders across Avon and Somerset
Rising international tensions have escalated into conflict in the Middle East during the last few days. As a result, we…
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Police Staff Week
As we end Police Staff Week of Celebration and Recognition, I want to highlight the enormous contribution that police staff…
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IWD: Why I Have Hope
Violence against women and girls (VAWG) is one of the most persistent injustices in our society. It is unacceptable that, despite…
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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…
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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…
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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…