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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
PCC appoints Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner

PCC Mark Shelford has announced the appointment of Claire Hiscott to assist him as Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner (DPCC).

Announcements 17 Mar 2022
More than 600 organised crime groups disrupted by ADDER projects

Over 600 organised crime groups have been disrupted and more than 13,000 people supported in drug treatment interventions delivered by outreach workers across the country.

Good news 26 Jan 2022
Weston & Mendip Advanced Motorists’ Group launches Young Advanced Driver initiative with PCC support

PCC Mark Shelford supported Weston & Mendip Advanced Motorists’ Group in the launch of their Young Advanced Driver (YAD) initiative.

Good news 20 Dec 2021
Tackling anti-social behaviour is not just a job for the police

Focus’, published by the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC), showcases some of the initiatives and projects that PCCs have been leading on.

Campaigns 28 Oct 2021
Action taken against antisocial behaviour and driving offences in Cheddar Gorge

A number of motorists were reported for driving offences in Cheddar Gorge at the weekend.

Good news 15 Oct 2021
Multiple burglary arrests, drugs seized and thousands of pounds worth of stolen goods recovered by police

Officers from Avon and Somerset Police, led by its’ Operation Remedy team have made a number of recent arrests.

Forcewide news 08 Oct 2021
Promoting safer cycling with camera technology thanks to Road Safety Fund

A local North Somerset cycling club is leading the way in cycle safety through the use of camera technology.

Good news 26 Aug 2021
Additional funding secured for domestic and sexual abuse services in Avon and Somerset

The OPCC has successfully secured £82,213 from the MoJ's Critical Support Fund to further support victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence.

Good news 24 Aug 2021
OPCC supports launch of Fulbright-Stephen Lawrence Award

The OPCC is delighted to have supported the launch of a new Stephen Lawrence award aimed at furthering research into policing and criminal justice.

Good news 13 Aug 2021