News in Author: Suzanne Warner
Taking back control of our High Streets as Southampton sees huge rise in retail crime charge rate
The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, has reaffirmed her commitment to reducing shop theft and High Street crime after visiting Southampton’s dedicated City Centre Policing Unit this month.
New Petersfield Police Station reaches significant milestone
A topping out ceremony has been led by the Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, to mark the halfway point of construction for the new police station in Petersfield.
Young people providing pivotal role fighting crime
Members of the Police and Crime Commissioner’s Youth Commission (YC) have presented their recommendations to senior Constabulary figures after consulting thousands of young people on policing across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
The internet is a playground for predators and fraudsters – we must protect our children
The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, says it is vital parents, schools, tech companies, and law enforcement step up and do more to protect children online.
Highest number of police officers for Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary in a decade
Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones has announced 90 more police officers for Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary.
Retailers say Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary is the best at responding to retail crime
A new report on retail crime released today (30 January 2025) by the British Retail Consortium (BRC) reveals that Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary provides the most effective police response to retail crime.
Criminals dealt crushing blow as e-scooters and electric motorcycles destroyed
More than 100 vehicles have been crushed by police in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight in the first year of the force’s crackdown on the illegal use of e-scooters, e-motorbikes and more.
Effective crackdown on drink and drug driving
The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, has praised roads policing officers across Hampshire and on the Isle of Wight for their annual month-long campaign targeting drink and drug driving.
Knife crime reduction in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight is one of the biggest in the country
Hampshire and Isle of Wight has been highlighted in a new study that shows knife crime offences have fallen by 19% in the area since 2022.
Don’t buy an e-scooter and enable your child to break the law
The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, has urged parents not to buy electric scooters for their children for Christmas.
Police patrols, e-scooters and road safety: your top concerns answered
The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, asked the Chief Constable Scott Chilton questions submitted by the public in an online Q&A session on Thursday 12 December 2024.
Your questions answered in live event with Police Commissioner and Chief Constable
The Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, Donna Jones, will be holding the Chief Constable Scott Chilton to account in a live Q&A session next week.
PCC’s commitment to safer travel in Southampton’s night-time economy
Southampton City has launched a new campaign to help people travel safely at night in the city thanks to funding provided by the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC), Donna Jones.
PCC and Chief Constable reopen another police station to the public
Yateley Police Station has reopened to the public providing a significant boost to police visibility in the north of the county.
Major business initiative in Portsmouth to support Martyn’s Law
The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, has teamed up with Portsmouth City Council to ensure major steps are being taken to protect the public in the city.
It’s time to nominate your local hero
The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, has announced details of her annual awards ceremony which recognises and honours the invaluable contributions made by volunteers and partners to sustaining safer communities.
Totton Police Station next to be reopened to the public
Totton Police Station will open its doors to the public next month as the Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, continues to fulfil her promise to drive up police visibility.
Partnership approach tackling anti-social behaviour sees significant impact
The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, says her commitment to partnership working is driving down anti-social behaviour (ASB) across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
Innovative stalking provision recognised with major award
A health provider commissioned by the Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, to work with perpetrators of stalking has been honoured for its work.
The power of community – how one Southampton estate is winning the battle against anti-social behaviour
Collaborative efforts between residents, the police, and partner agencies are having a profound impact in reducing anti-social behaviour (ASB) on the Millbrook estate in Southampton over Halloween.