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News

This is the News section of the website where you will find out what the Commissioner has been doing recently. You can also view all the Latest Videos from the PCC here.

PCC Donna Jones says the use of AI is key to reducing crime and making communities safer across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight safer following three-day trial

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary is one of the first forces in the country to consider introducing live facial recognition technology to combat criminals with outstanding warrants for their arrest.

12 September 2024

Police and Crime Commissioner praises force for crime reduction on national 999 heroes day

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones has praised Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary for reducing overall crime rates by 8% over the last 12 months.

09 September 2024

Recognition for Hampshire Search and Rescue as callouts reach 1100

The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, has praised the dedication and commitment of Hampshire Search and Rescue volunteers after they reached a milestone in their service.

06 September 2024

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.

05 September 2024

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.

04 September 2024

Police Commissioner Donna Jones releases £750k for Community Wardens to prevent a spike in anti-social behaviour over the summer period

Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones is tackling anti-social behaviour head-on this summer by funding specialist ASB wardens jointly with councils across the police force area.

28 August 2024

PCC announces major step forward for policing in Petersfield

Contractors have begun work at the site of the new police station in Petersfield.

27 August 2024

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.

26 August 2024

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.

20 August 2024

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.

14 August 2024

Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones clarifies position on violent disorder across the UK

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones has issued a statement to clarify her position on the upsurge of violent protests.

04 August 2024

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.

01 August 2024

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.

01 August 2024

Summer campaign in partnership to keep children safe

The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, has relaunched the annual Is Your Child Safe? campaign to raise awareness of child exploitation throughout Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

22 July 2024

Still time to have your say on future of policing as survey responses climb to over 4,000

The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, is continuing to call on residents to help inform her next Police and Crime Plan.

19 July 2024

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.

17 July 2024

Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones commends police officers at national bravery awards

Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones has extended her heartfelt congratulations to the courageous police officers who have been honoured at the national police bravery awards.

12 July 2024

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.

08 July 2024

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.

03 July 2024

Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones calls on communities to help shape policing

Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones has today (June 10) opened a public consultation to develop her next Police and Crime Plan. After being re-elected in May, the Commissioner is keen to begin gathering feedback from the public on how she can work with the Chief Constable over the next four years to deliver a […]

10 June 2024