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Information and arrangements following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

Important public information relating to travel, book of condolence locations, and how to leave floral tributes, in the Avon and Somerset force area

Forcewide News 09 Sep 2022
Chief Constable’s statement following death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

“On behalf of our officers, police staff and volunteers, we offer our heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family, as well as to the public we serve at this time of national mourning."

Forcewide News 08 Sep 2022
Police dogs and handlers recognised for their bravery in policing Bristol riot

Several police dogs and handlers from Avon and Somerset Police have been recognised for their acts of bravery working on the frontline of the riot in Bristol last year.

Forcewide News 30 Aug 2022
Statement following misconduct hearing outcome

A two-week misconduct hearing has concluded this week into the conduct of a former police officer in 2017.

Forcewide News 26 Aug 2022
Officer dismissed following misconduct hearing

The officer was found to have breached the standards of professional behaviour towards female colleagues

Forcewide News 28 Jul 2022
“It’s not just ASB” – New police service standard to address ‘hidden crimes’ in anti-social behaviour

Avon and Somerset have launched a new service standard for ASB to address hidden crimes in anti-social behaviour.

Forcewide News 18 Jul 2022
Further funding for police as extra patrols reduce serious violence

Avon and Somerset Police will continue to focus on reducing serious violence in the year ahead through additional Home Office 'Grip' funding.

Forcewide News 15 Jul 2022
17 drug-related arrests made during week of action against drug crime

A week of action targeting illegal drug supply and drug-related crime across the South West brought in good results for Avon and Somerset.

Forcewide News 14 Jul 2022
Playing our part in regional crackdown on drugs

This week we’re playing our part in the second phase of Operation Scorpion, a regional crackdown on drugs.

Forcewide News 04 Jul 2022
Former Special Constables barred from policing following misconduct hearing

Supt Jane Wigmore said the actions of the two former Special Constables means there is no place in policing for them, full stop.

Forcewide News 10 Jun 2022