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Prisoners Building Homes scheme wins prestigious award
An innovative programme which sees prisoners gain skills and help solve the housing crisis by constructing affordable eco homes, has…
Good news 02 Oct 2023 -
PCC Attends Cyber Resilience Conference
PCC Mark Shelford attended the Cyber Resilience Conference in Taunton on Tuesday 26th September. Organised by the South West Business…
Good news 26 Sep 2023 -
Police and Crime Commissioners lead campaign to tackle rural crime in the south west
Police and Crime Commissioners across the south west have joined together to lead a new campaign and bring together all…
Good news 22 Sep 2023 -
Ninety-eight drug disruptions carried out across Avon and Somerset
Avon and Somerset Police officers carried out a range of targeted activities and patrols in identified hotspot areas across the force area, including Bath and Bristol.
Announcements 15 Dec 2022 -
OPCC awarded over £1.4million to support local victim services
The OPCC has secured over £1.4million over a three-year period to support survivors of domestic and sexual violence.
Good news 25 Aug 2022 -
Over £60,000 to be given to local community group across Avon and Somerset
The Commissioner’s Crime Prevention Fund is set to distribute over £60,000 to local community groups across Avon and Somerset.
Good news 27 Jul 2022 -
Nearly £1.4million Safer Street funding awarded in Avon and Somerset
Funding to tackle anti-social behaviour and Violence Against Women and Girls has been awarded to local authorities across Avon and Somerset.
Good news 25 Jul 2022 -
Further funding for police as extra patrols reduce serious violence
Avon and Somerset Police will be continuing to focus on reducing serious violence in the year ahead, thanks to a further award of Home Office ‘Grip’ funding.
Announcements 15 Jul 2022 -
Officers who protected public from man wielding weapons given bravery award
Two Avon and Somerset Police officers have been recognised at this year’s National Police Bravery Awards.
Good news 15 Jul 2022 -
Funding secured for additional ISVAs and IDVAs in Avon and Somerset
The OPCC has secured additional funding for three Independent Sexual Violence Advisors (ISVAs) and three Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVAs).
Good news 07 Jul 2022