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Tackling disproportionality in the criminal justice system

A panel of experts from across Avon and Somerset answered questions and discussed how partners are tackling disproportionality across the criminal justice system.

Campaigns 20 Mar 2021
PCC supports police’s high level approach to targeting distracted drivers

Using a large goods vehicle (LGV) tractor cab on loan from Highways England, roads policing officers were able to gain an elevated view of behaviour inside lorries, vans and cars.

Campaigns 09 Feb 2021
PCC and Police encourage those working in the transports industry to report child criminal exploitation

County Lines drug dealers are operating in our region, impacting the lives of children, while also posing a significant threat to our communities.

Campaigns 05 Feb 2021
PCC reminds victims of sexual abuse they are not alone

PCC Sue Mountstevens is reminding victims of sexual violence that they are not alone and, despite the pandemic and lockdown restrictions, support is available.

Campaigns 03 Feb 2021
Supporting our young people during the pandemic and beyond

Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner John Smith concluded his virtual engagement days and met with local partners who have continued to support young people during the pandemic.

Campaigns 14 Dec 2020
As lockdown drinking soars, police target drink and drug drivers putting others at risk

Avon and Somerset Police join Op Tonic, the annual Christmas roads policing operation targeting drink and drug drivers, launching today (1 December).

Campaigns 02 Dec 2020
Local people share coronavirus concerns in PCC survey

Nearly 2,000 local people shared their views on how the coronavirus pandemic has impacted how safe they feel in their community.

Campaigns 20 Nov 2020
Deputy PCC gains valuable insight into Criminal Justice System

Deputy PCC John Smith spent last Friday (13 November) virtually meeting with partners based in Bath.

Campaigns 18 Nov 2020
Avon and Somerset Police take part in Operation Sceptre, national knife crime initiative

Avon and Somerset Police has taken part in Operation Sceptre, a national initiative to tackle knife crime led by the National Police Chief’s Council (NPCC).

Campaigns 17 Nov 2020
Apply for Road Safety Fund and help make local roads safer

As part of Road Safety Week 2020, PCC Sue Mountstevens is encouraging local people to apply for the Road Safety Fund and receive grants of up to £5,000 to support road safety initiatives.

Campaigns 16 Nov 2020