News in Author: Suzanne Warner
Reduction in serious violence and safer communities thanks to partnership approach
The Violence Reduction Partnership (VRP) for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight has revealed that its collaborative approach has led to significant progress in reducing serious violence across the two counties.
A new blue-light era in Portsmouth begins with the opening of the new Cosham Fire and Police Station
The brand-new Cosham Fire and Police Station was formally opened today (4 September) with a ceremony at the impressive Portsmouth site.
PCC announces major step forward for policing in Petersfield
Contractors have begun work at the site of the new police station in Petersfield.
PCC calls on owners of zombie-style knives and machetes to hand them in
The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, has joined Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary in calling for all zombie-style knives and machetes to be surrendered across the two counties.
Police Commissioner continues to lead the way to reduce re-offending
The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, has officially opened a fourth Integrated Offender Management (IOM) House for former inmates to rehabilitate and support their journey towards crime-free lives.
PCC responds to animal safety concerns in the New Forest
The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, is meeting county, district and parish councillors for the New Forest today (14 August) after several animal welfare incidents at the weekend.
Police Commissioner invests in new high speed police vessel to combat crime on region’s coastlines
Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones has financed a unique new police RHIB for the Constabulary’s Marine Support Unit.
Police and Crime Panel offers unanimous support for the Commissioner’s Deputy PCC re-appointment
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Police and Crime Panel have offered their undivided support for the Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones to re-appoint her Deputy, Mr Terry Norton, following a confirmation hearing on Wednesday 31 July.
Permanent knife surrender bins installed in Southampton by partnership united on tackling violence
Permanent knife surrender bins have been installed at three locations in Southampton thanks to Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary and Southampton City Council.
PCC announces range of funding for blitz on anti-social behaviour
The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, has revealed that over 25 projects are to benefit from her £500K cash injection designed to further tackle anti-social behaviour (ASB) across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
Work to begin on new police station for Petersfield
The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, has announced that renovation work is due to start next month on the new Petersfield police station.
Giving back, making a difference and inspiring others
For the Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, the power of volunteering and its impact on shaping safer communities should never be under-estimated.
Positive change in the battle against serious violence across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight
A series of key intervention programmes funded by the Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, to tackle serious violence are making a difference across the two counties.
Donna Jones secures second term as Police & Crime Commissioner
Donna Jones has been re-elected as the PCC for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight following yesterday’s elections.
Positive blueprint the way forward for communities to stand together against crime
The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner’s Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) says it’s delighted that a community group in Southampton has been recognised for its engagement.
Commissioner & Chief reaffirm commitment to rural communities to crack down on crime
Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones and Chief Constable Scott Chilton have reaffirmed their commitment to tackling crime in rural areas with further investment in technology which will help pursue organised crime gangs.
PCC celebrates remarkable commitment of volunteers, officers, staff and community groups at Annual Awards event
The Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones has thanked volunteers, staff and partners from across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight for their exceptional service and commitment at a glittering ceremony in Winchester.
PCC provides £500K funding boost to take on anti-social behaviour
The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, has announced further support for community initiatives in her continuing campaign to drive down anti-social behaviour (ASB).
Safe on the streets a priority for Youth Commission this year
Members of the Police and Crime Commissioner’s Youth Commission (YC) are to focus on being safe and feeling safe on the streets following their annual Recommendations Conference.
Collaborative plan launched to tackle serious violence across Hampshire & the Isle of Wight
The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, has pushed forward her commitment to driving down crime with a partnership approach to prevent and reduce violence.