News: Campaigns
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Disrupting exploitation: the role of public awareness in protecting vulnerable women
The dedicated team of police officers and staff safeguarding women who are being exploited or forced into off-street sex work in Bristol.
Campaigns 16 October 2024 -
South West police unite to combat drug crime
Police across the South West joined forces to tackle and disrupt criminal drug networks and crime.
Campaigns 10 October 2024 -
Over 1,000 zombie-style knives and machetes handed to police in surrender campaign
A national surrender campaign sees over 1,000 zombie-style knives handed in to Avon and Somerset Police
Campaigns 24 September 2024 -
National call to surrender all zombie-style knives and machetes ahead of ban
Starting at midnight on 24 September 2024, it will be a criminal offence to possess a "zombie-style" knife or machete.
Campaigns 20 August 2024 -
New ID Scan Technology trial launched for Safer Nights Out
An initiative being rolled out by Avon and Somerset Police will see some night-time economy venues in Yeovil be equipped with new technology aimed at enhancing safety and reducing crime.
Campaigns 7 August 2024 -
Empowering young girls to report street harassment and safety concerns
Avon and Somerset Police working with local schools to empower young girls to report street safety concerns.
Campaigns 18 July 2024 -
Join the Race Matters Scrutiny and Advisory Board
Help shape anti-racist policing in Avon and Somerset
Campaigns 17 July 2024 -
Operation providing enhanced support for Domestic Abuse victims sees improvement in police engagement
Avon and Somerset Police teamed up with Next Link Domestic Abuse Services to better support victims of high-risk domestic abuse
Campaigns 17 July 2024 -
Week of action sees Police target Fatal Five driving offences
Roads Policing Unit week of action in June targeting Fatal Five driving offences
Campaigns 19 June 2024 -
The team shining a light on night-time exploitation and harm
The Night Light team aims to engage with street sex-workers to gain intel on any under-18s being exploited.
Campaigns 13 June 2024