News in Author: OPCC Comms
Constabulary name change moves a step closer
Plans to change the Hampshire Constabulary name to include the Isle of Wight took another step forward today.
PCC comments on waste left after unauthorised encampments
“These photos, taken over the last few days in Hampshire, show the unacceptable levels of waste left behind after unauthorised encampments.
Consultation launched on the National Race Plan for policing
The National Police Chiefs Council and College of Policing have today (24 May) started consulting on a new race plan aimed at addressing race disparities affecting Black people and changing a legacy of distrust. In line with this, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight Constabulary is now further developing its own anti-racism plans.
Hampshire and Isle of Wight residents asked for their views on 101 and 999 services
Residents of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight are being asked to take a few minutes to tell police chiefs about their experiences of the 101 and 999 services, as well as preferences for future modes of contact.
Thought provoking exhibition, Modern Slavery, comes to Alton
The Modern Slavery Partnership’s emotive and thought provoking exhibition ‘The Real Faces of Modern Slavery: Unmasking The Truth’ will be showing at Hampshire Cultural Trust venue the Allen Gallery in Alton from 14th May.
Commissioner awards funding for projects that cut crime and support victims
Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones has awarded £2.6 million to projects that support victims, reduce offending or re-offending, and protect the vulnerable from crime and exploitation over the next three years.
PCC recognises volunteers and staff for outstanding service at first annual awards event
Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones has recognised and thanked over 20 volunteers, staff and partners from across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight at her first awards event attended by over 200 people.
Appointment of Deputy PCC Terry Norton
Following notification from the PCC Donna Jones of her intention to appoint her preferred candidate, Terry Norton to the role of Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner, the Hampshire Police and Crime Panel today held a Confirmation Hearing. The panel confirmed her decision. Mr Terry Norton is appointed Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner with immediate effect.
Police Now Operating from New Bitterne Base
Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones, the owner of the police estate, has officially opened the new Hampshire Constabulary Response & Patrol base in Bitterne, Southampton.
Learn about Modern Slavery at Southampton Central Library
The Modern Slavery Partnership’s emotive and thought provoking exhibition ‘The Real Faces of Modern Slavery: Unmasking The Truth’ will be showing at Southampton Central Library from 12th April until 13th May.
Tune in to PCC’s Online Scrutiny Session
Tune in to Facebook Live on Thursday 7 April at 6pm for the Police and Crime Commissioner’s latest public scrutiny session, ‘COPS’ (Commissioner’s Oversight of Policing Services), with the Chief Constable.
Home Office funding awarded to PCC for violence reduction
Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, has been provisionally allocated £3.5 million from the Home Office to tackle the root causes of violence and prevent young people from getting involved in crime through the Violence Reduction Unit (VRU).
PCC delivers on pledge to make savings
In a bid to make cost savings and deliver on her election pledges, Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones is introducing a new operating model for her office. The Commissioner is reorganising management roles and operational functions to make her office leaner, and more focused and better equipped to meet current and future demands, including […]
Breaking the cycle for women who have offended
Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones is investing in the roll out of a new programme to stop females from reoffending.
Commissioner asks for views on Violence Against Women and Girls
Donna Jones, Police and Crime Commissioner, is asking residents and practitioners to share their thoughts, views and experiences of Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG). The views and feedback will provide the Commissioner’s VAWG Task Group with a clear understanding of the scale and impact of these crimes across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
Submit your questions for Commissioner’s next public scrutiny session with the Chief Constable
Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, will be putting your questions to the Chief Constable, live on Facebook on 07 April 2022 from 6pm until 7pm at her next, ‘COPS’ (Commissioner’s Oversight of Policing Services) public scrutiny session.
More Chances to Improve Your Bike Security with Police, PCC and Council
Hampshire Constabulary, the Police and Crime Commissioner and Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council are holding a free event for bike owners in Festival Place in February and March, to improve bike security and reduce theft in the district.
Working to prevent young people from committing crime
Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones has agreed a funding package to strengthen the work of Youth Offending Teams (YOTs) to cut the numbers of young people committing crime.
Thought provoking exhibition Modern Slavery comes to Isle of Wight
The Modern Slavery Partnership’s emotive and thought provoking exhibition ‘The Real Faces of Modern Slavery: Unmasking The Truth’ will be showing at 33 High Street, Newport throughout March 2022.
PCC announces Southampton police station upgrade
After over 11 years serving the city, Southampton Central police investigation centre will be getting some much needed upgrades and maintenance. As part of the year-long programme due to start in 2023, Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones has announced that officers and staff will be temporarily re-locating during the works.