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PCC and Chief Constable reaction to latest HMICFRS inspection

Avon and Somerset Police has received the results of the latest assessment by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS).

Announcements 17 Mar 2023
Women in policing and recruitment discussed at PCC’s Performance and Accountability Board

PCC Mark Shelford put questions relating to women in policing and recruitment to Chief Constable Sarah Crew during the Performance and Accountability Board.

Forcewide news 14 Mar 2023
Police funding, drugs robbery and police misconduct discussed at Performance and Accountability Board

PCC Mark Shelford put questions relating to funding, robbery and police misconduct to Chief Constable Sarah Crew.

Forcewide news 14 Feb 2023
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
Police and Crime survey closes in six weeks

PCC Mark Shelford continues to encourage local people to complete his Police and Crime Survey before it closes in six weeks’ time on 20th September.

Campaigns 10 Aug 2021
Local people encouraged to apply for Deputy PCC role

PCC Mark Shelford is looking for a Deputy PCC to join the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner.

Forcewide news 14 Jul 2021