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Opportunity for local businesses to learn more about cyber fraud
PCC Mark Shelford is encouraging local small businesses and charities to join the South West Cyber Resilience Centre Cyber Webinar.
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PCC Visits Cheddar and North Somerset on Engagement Days
On Friday June 10, the PCC visited Cheddar, Somerset, where he started the day with Cllr Graham Godwin-Pearson to discuss road safety, car meets and related anti-social behaviour. After the…
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PCC statement: protests on College Green, Bristol
“The job of the police is to facilitate protest, in an impartial way, while prioritising the safety of those in attendance and maintaining public order. …
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New Home Office funding to tackle Violence Against Women and Girls available
PCC Mark Shelford is encouraging partners across Avon and Somerset to apply for new Home Office funding that aims to tackle Violence Against Women and Girls.
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PCC bolsters Violence Reduction Unit team
PCC Mark Shelford is recruiting for two new exciting roles to strengthen the work of the Violence Reduction Units (VRU) across Avon and Somerset.
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DNA database to deter would-be dog thieves
Avon and Somerset Police are encouraging dog owners across the policing area to protect their pets from theft.
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PCC thanks dedicated volunteers
PCC Mark Shelford is saying a massive thank you to volunteers.
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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.
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Avon and Somerset Police ranked as fastest service for answering 999 calls
Avon and Somerset Police has been recognised nationally for the timeliness of answering 999 calls, with an average answer time of just 6.1 seconds.
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New warning issued as holiday fraud increases
PCC Mark Shelford is urging local people to remain vigilant against holiday fraud when booking flights or accommodation online.