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PCC blog: I want to hear from you

PCC Mark Shelford reflects on the tragic incident in Plymouth and explains why it's important he hears your thoughts about policing in your area.

Opinions 20 Aug 2021
Preparing for a busy weekend

As the final bank holiday of the summer begins, I know it’s tempting to gather in large groups and forget the covid-19 regulations for a few days, but now is not the time to become complacent.

Opinions 28 Aug 2020
Victims deserve better

I am very concerned about the drop in rape convictions falling to an all-time low.

Opinions 31 Jul 2020
Hate crime has no place

PCC Sue Mountstevens discusses the recent incident in Southmead, which involved a vehicle being deliberately driven at a young man and racist language being used towards him following the collision.

Opinions 31 Jul 2020
Working together to create change

PCC Sue Mountstevens discusses police use of force and easing of some coronavirus restrictions.

Opinions 17 Jul 2020
Bristol’s Black Lives Matter protest

PCC Sue Mountstevens addresses the events at the weekend during the Black Lives Matter protest in Bristol.

Opinions 08 Jun 2020
I stand with you

PCC Sue Mountstevens discusses the high profile incidents in the United States and the death of George Floyd.

Opinions 02 Jun 2020
Priorities for the year ahead

PCC Sue Mountstevens discusses her policing priorities for the year ahead.

Opinions 27 May 2020
My first month as Deputy PCC

Deputy PCC John Smith discusses his first month in the role.

Opinions 18 May 2020
Eight women who have inspired me over eight years

For International Women’s Day 2020, PCC Sue Mountstevens discusses just some of the women who have inspired her during her last two terms as PCC.

Opinions 06 Mar 2020