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Consultations

Police & Crime Commissioners are regularly asked to provide comment to various government proposals and legislation. The OPCC regularly ask local residents to comment on proposals. See the consultations and responses here.

The Commissioner’s Response to the Women and Equalities Committee Inquiry – Sexual Harrassment and Sexual Violence in Schools 22nd May 2016

This submission is made by the Northumbria PCC, Vera Baird QC, after having consulted with local service providers drawn from both the public and voluntary sectors.  The contributions made by these providers, both individually and collectively, were extremely valuable...

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The Commissioner’s Response to the Sentencing Council Consultation – Reduction in Sentencing for a Guilty Plea Guideline 4th May 2016

Police and Crime Commissioner for Northumbria, Vera Baird QC’s response to the the Reduction in Sentencing for a Guilty Plea Guideline Consultation. Question 1 a) Is the rationale in the key principles section set out clearly? Yes – It is...

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The Commissioner’s Response to the Ministry of Justice Consultation – Changes to the Criminal Justice Statistics 5th April 2016

Vera Baird QC’s response to the Ministry of Justice Consultation and Statistical Note about changes to the Criminal Justice Statistics. Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed changes for future editions of criminal justice statistics. I...

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The Commissioner’s Response to the Department of Transport Consultation – Changes to the Fixed Penalty Notice and penalty points for the use of a hand-held mobile phone whilst driving 14th March 2016

Question 1 Do you agree that driving whilst using a hand-held mobile phone is a dangerous activity? Yes Question 2 Generally, are you in favour of increased sanctions for this offence? Yes Question 3 Do you support an increase...

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The Commissioner’s Response to the Justice Committee Inquiry – Restorative Justice 31st January 2016

Vera Baird QC response to the Justice Committee Inquiry about Restorative Justice. Progress made by the government to introduce the Restorative Justice Action Plan I completely agree with and support the Ministry of Justice’s vision for good quality, victim-focused...

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