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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
Watch PCC’s Performance and Accountability Board live

The very first live broadcast of PCC Mark Shelford’s Performance and Accountability Board will take place this Thursday (5 May).

Announcements 04 May 2022
Grants available for communities to help prevent crime

The Commissioner’s Crime Prevention Fund will support community projects and activities across Avon and Somerset.

Forcewide news 21 Apr 2022
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
Combined police operation sends strong message to criminals that the South West is #NoPlaceForDrugs

In a significant new approach, police across the South West have combined their operational powers to tackle cross border drugs supply activities.

Campaigns 21 Mar 2022
Over 5,600 local people complete PCC Police Tax survey

PCC Mark Shelford’s Police Tax survey closed on Friday 21 January with over 5,600 local people responding to the consultation.

Campaigns 25 Jan 2022
PCC launches Police and Crime Plan for Avon and Somerset

PCC Mark Shelford has launched his new Police and Crime Plan.

Campaigns 14 Jan 2022
Less than two weeks to have your say on police tax

With less than two weeks before consultation closes (21 January 2022), PCC Mark Shelford is encouraging residents to complete his Police Tax survey

Forcewide news 11 Jan 2022
Emergency services come together to keep local communities safe this winter

Emergency services have agreed to support one another this winter.

COVID-19 08 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