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News May 2015

Commissioner Committed to Driving Down Car Crime 18th May 2015

Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner Vera Baird has pledged her commitment to driving down car crime. Commissioner Baird has vowed that Northumbria Police officers will continue to mount activity across the force to target thieves intent on stealing vehicles...

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Vulnerability Training Taken Up Nationally 18th May 2015

Vulnerability training introduced by Northumbria’s Police and Crime Commissioner has been taken up by another force. Sussex Police has recently been training door staff on assessing ‘triggers’ of vulnerability on a night out. This includes the amount of alcohol...

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Commissioner Supports Dementia Awareness Week 17th May 2015

Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner Vera Baird is supporting Dementia Awareness Week. The week is hosted by the Alzheimer’s Society and this year runs from May 17 to 23. The charity believes that life doesn’t end when dementia begins...

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Reducing Burglary Will Remain a Priority 15th May 2015

Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner Vera Baird has assured burglary victims that reducing the crime will remain a priority. The Commissioner has also vowed to ensure officers continue proactive operations targeting burglars and giving out important crime prevention advice...

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Commissioner Backs Mental Health Awareness Week 12th May 2015

Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner Vera Baird is backing Mental Health Awareness Week. The week, running from May 11 to 17 and spearheaded by the Mental Health Foundation, is focusing on Mindfulness – paying attention to the present moment...

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Supporting Victims Fund 1st May 2015

A new fund bringing benefits to victims of crime has been launched by Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner Vera Baird. The Supporting Victims Fund has been set up to strengthen, enhance and improve victims’ services across Northumbria. The aim...

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