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News in Author: OPCC Comms

PCC pays tribute to those who give up their time to help make us safer at the start of Volunteers’ Week

The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, has thanked volunteers for making a significant difference in policing communities across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. Volunteers’ Week, from 1 to 7 June 2023, is an annual celebration that recognises the contributions made by millions of people who get involved and give back. PCC Donna Jones […]

01 June 2023

E-bikes making a difference in tackling anti-social behaviour on the Isle of Wight

The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, has witnessed first-hand how power assisted bicycles are helping to drive down anti-social behaviour (ASB) on the Isle of Wight. The Commissioner provided the funding for four electric bikes for the South Wight Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) to target ASB in Sandown, Shanklin, Lake and Ventnor. The bikes […]

19 May 2023

PCC unveils innovative partnership approach that works with perpetrators of stalking as the government allocates over a million pounds to Hampshire and the Isle of Wight

A new multi-agency intervention service designed to reduce the risk of reoffending amongst stalkers has been announced by the Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones. It follows a successful bid to the Home Office of more than a million pounds of funding for the provision which is psychologist-led and will also provide support to victims […]

12 May 2023

PCC welcomes King Charles III as the country celebrates the King’s Coronation

The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, has joined the rest of the nation and countries around the world in celebrating the Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort. King Charles III ascended the throne when his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, died on 8 September 2022. Coronations have been taking […]

06 May 2023

PCC wants to hear from you on plans to develop a Victims Hub

The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, is asking the public to have their say on her plans to revamp how victims of crime can access support and information.

24 April 2023

PCC announces targeted provision to support victims of stalking at the start of National Stalking Awareness Week

The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, has commissioned a new service that will provide independent and specialist support to victims of stalking.

24 April 2023

Clear message sent to disrupt criminality in Portsmouth as PCC joins police operation that’s cracking down on crime

The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, has praised the work of officers in Portsmouth as Operation Blue Island swung into action across the city on Tuesday 4 April 2023.

05 April 2023

Recommitment to Restorative Justice service that empowers victims of crime and anti-social behaviour across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight

The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, has awarded a new contract at a showcase event today to continue to support victims and reduce reoffending.

29 March 2023

New beach sports initiative on the Isle of Wight to tackle anti-social behaviour this summer

The Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, has responded to calls to help combat anti-social behaviour (ASB) in Ryde by funding a summer sports programme.

15 March 2023

PCC Donna Jones welcomes the Non-Crime Hate Incidents Draft Code of Practice

The Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones has given her support to draft guidelines which would see police prioritising freedom of speech over taking offence in non-crime hate incidents.

14 March 2023

Police Station will reopen to the Public

Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire and Isle of Wight, Donna Jones, has announced the next part of a plan to improve visibility and access to policing by reopening Portsmouth Central Police Station to the public.

11 March 2023

New e-bike patrols to transform neighbourhood policing on the Isle of Wight

Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones has funded four power assisted bicycles to tackle anti-social behaviour in Sandown, Shanklin, Lake and Ventnor.

07 March 2023

Constabulary name change moves a step closer

Plans to change the Hampshire Constabulary name to include the Isle of Wight took another step forward today.

09 June 2022

PCC comments on waste left after unauthorised encampments

“These photos, taken over the last few days in Hampshire, show the unacceptable levels of waste left behind after unauthorised encampments.

25 May 2022

Consultation launched on the National Race Plan for policing

The National Police Chiefs Council and College of Policing have today (24 May) started consulting on a new race plan aimed at addressing race disparities affecting Black people and changing a legacy of distrust. In line with this, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight Constabulary is now further developing its own anti-racism plans.

24 May 2022

Hampshire and Isle of Wight residents asked for their views on 101 and 999 services

Residents of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight are being asked to take a few minutes to tell police chiefs about their experiences of the 101 and 999 services, as well as preferences for future modes of contact.

19 May 2022

Thought provoking exhibition, Modern Slavery, comes to Alton

The Modern Slavery Partnership’s emotive and thought provoking exhibition ‘The Real Faces of Modern Slavery: Unmasking The Truth’ will be showing at Hampshire Cultural Trust venue the Allen Gallery in Alton from 14th May.

13 May 2022

Commissioner awards funding for projects that cut crime and support victims

Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones has awarded £2.6 million to projects that support victims, reduce offending or re-offending, and protect the vulnerable from crime and exploitation over the next three years.

09 May 2022

PCC recognises volunteers and staff for outstanding service at first annual awards event

Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones has recognised and thanked over 20 volunteers, staff and partners from across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight at her first awards event attended by over 200 people.

04 May 2022

Appointment of Deputy PCC Terry Norton

Following notification from the PCC Donna Jones of her intention to appoint her preferred candidate, Terry Norton to the role of Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner, the Hampshire Police and Crime Panel today held a Confirmation Hearing. The panel confirmed her decision. Mr Terry Norton is appointed Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner with immediate effect.

25 April 2022