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Reflecting on my Bristol Public Forum
On Tuesday, I hosted the Bristol Public Forum at Creative Youth Network’s The Station. This event was the sixth in…
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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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Supporting survivors, reducing harm: a day with Bristol’s frontline services
Last Friday, I visited Opoka, Eden House and Star Housing, three Bristol based organisations supporting people facing acute vulnerability- survivors of domestic abuse, women…
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Building trust and safety for Lawrence Hill’s young people
I was pleased to join the Lawrence Hill Neighbourhood Forum this week for an important community conversation about safety, trust and the…
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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…
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Your voice, your policing: Bristol public forum with PCC Clare Moody
Residents across Bristol are invited to take part in an important community‑focused Public Forum hosted by Avon and Somerset Police…
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Local voices, safer neighbourhoods: a day in Somerset
Last Friday (23 January), I spent time in Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge and Bridgwater, meeting local leaders, community organisations and residents to hear directly about…
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Listening, learning and acting in Bath & North East Somerset
When people take the time to speak honestly about safety in their communities, it deserves to be heard — and…
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Working together to prevent violence: my visit to Southmead hospital
Walking into Southmead Hospital last week was a powerful reminder of why joined‑up working between health services, policing and our…