News: Violence Reduction Unit
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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 -
Deputy PCC supports investment into reducing violent crime in Bristol
Deputy PCC John Smith visited the Bristol Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) and local charities that have received additional funding from the Home Office violence reduction fund this month.
Violence Reduction Unit 26 Aug 2020 -
Funding boosted to tackle serious violence
The drive to reduce serious violence among young people in Avon and Somerset, through a multi-agency working group headed by PCC Sue Mountstevens, has been given renewed funding from the Home Office.
Good news 09 Jan 2020 -
PCC and local partners launch Violence Reduction Units
Work to tackle the root cause of knife crime and serious violence in Avon and Somerset is underway following the PCC's inaugural Strategic Violence Reduction Unit meeting.
Forcewide news 27 Sep 2019 -
Extra funding from Home Office to tackle serious violence in Avon and Somerset
PCC Sue Mountstevens has been awarded £1.16m Home Office funding to introduce Violence Reduction Units (VRUs) to tackle serious violence.
Forcewide news 13 Aug 2019