News: Forcewide News
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South West forces unite to reduce harm caused by drugs
South West police forces came together in June for their latest crackdown on drug supply networks.
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Month-long ninja sword surrender campaign launches on 1 July
If you own or have a ninja sword in your possession, you must surrender it before the weapon becomes illegal on 1 August. Read more for FAQs and a list of designated police stations.
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Update: Investigation into comments made on stage at Glastonbury Festival
A criminal investigation is now underway following a review of video footage and audio from Bob Vylan and Kneecap’s performances at Glastonbury Festival on Saturday 28 June.
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Construction on Bath’s new police station to begin August 2025
Bath's new police station on Monmouth Street is due to open in summer 2026
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Improving our response to serious and organised crime
Read how we're working to get better after a report by His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services found we "require improvement".
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Statement following the demonstrations in Bristol city centre
Five arrests were made by officers today (Saturday 17 May) following the protest in Bristol city centre.
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Closure order for Bridgwater property linked to drug-related ASB
A house in Bridgwater has received a three-month closure order due to drug-related anti-social behaviour (ASB) at the address.
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Substantial refurbishment to start at Yeovil Police Station this summer
The refurbishment of the police station at Horsey Lane in Yeovil is due to begin this summer.
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Increase in targeted patrols helps tackle anti-social behaviour and violence across Avon and Somerset
Police officers spent more than 10,000 hours on additional foot patrols targeting anti-social behaviour and serious violence between April 2024 and March 2025.
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New online reporting form created for rural and wildlife crime
The Rural Crime Team has launched two new online forms for reporting rural crime.