News: Forcewide News
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Operation to tackle serious youth violence and knife crime
Officers have new temporary stop and search powers to prevent serious violence in Bristol as part of a wider operation to tackle knife crime across our area
Forcewide News 15 February 2024 -
Extra patrols to be carried out in Bristol as agencies work to tackle knife crime
The patrols come after a number of incidents which have caused concern among communities
Forcewide News 13 February 2024 -
Statement following incident in Bath
Police responded after verbal threats were received by Royal United Hospital in Bath on Friday 2 February.
Forcewide News 2 February 2024 -
Neighbourhood policing in the spotlight
Last week, Avon and Somerset Police took part in Neighbourhood Policing Week (22-26 January).
Forcewide News 31 January 2024 -
New national integrity checks ‘should give public confidence in police vetting’
"We are totally committed to rooting out anyone whose standards fall below what is expected to serve in the police."
Forcewide News 23 January 2024 -
Why we’ve taken part in new Channel 4 documentary about police misconduct
The work of our Professional Standards Department to tackle misconduct and investigate public complaints will be shown during a three-part Channel 4 documentary, called To Catch a Copper, being broadcast from Monday 29 January.
Forcewide News 22 January 2024 -
Looking back at 2023
As we prepare to say goodbye to 2023 and welcome in 2024, we've been reflecting on the last year.
Forcewide News 29 December 2023 -
‘Inspirational’ policing and member of the publics’ ‘exceptional courage’ celebrated at Force Awards
Chief Constable Sarah Crew said: "The work you do often goes unseen by most, and yet it ensures our communities can go about their lives in freedom and safety."
Forcewide News 4 December 2023 -
Nine arrests and five vehicles recovered in intensified week of action against robbery
Last week, we took part in Operation Calibre, a national week of intensified action tackling personal robbery.
Forcewide News 24 November 2023 -
HMICFRS child protection inspection finds good practice but also makes recommendations
Inspectors recognised child protection is a priority for our senior leadership team and we're committed to improving services for children. However, they did identify some areas for improvement.
Forcewide News 24 November 2023