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Local Press Releases

Here you will find press releases that relate to the Commissioners role specifically in Northumbria. All media enquiries should be made to the OPCC by telephoning 0191 221 9800.

Commissioner welcomes ban on New Psychoactive Substances 27th May 2015

Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner Vera Baird has welcomed the news the Government will place a ban on New Psychoactive Substances. The announcement on banning the substances, more commonly referred to as legal highs, was made in today’s Queen’s...

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Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner Writes Guest Blog for 28 Too Many 26th May 2015

Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner Vera Baird has written a guest blog for a website aimed at tackling Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). 28 Too Many is a values based charity working to end FGM. The primary focus is on...

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Chief Constable to be Appointed Pending Confirmation 26th May 2015

Vera Baird QC, Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner, is delighted to announce that her preferred candidate for the Chief Constable post for Northumbria Police is Mr Stephen Ashman. Mr Ashman is currently the Deputy Chief Constable for Northumbria Police....

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Commissioner Agrees Relocation of Amble Officers 21st May 2015

Neighbourhood officers in Amble are set to move to a new base which will see them remain in the heart of the community they serve. The Neighbourhood Policing Team will relocate from Amble police station to an office in...

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Commissioner Calls for More Evaluation on 24-Hour Licensing 21st May 2015

Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner Vera Baird has called for more evaluation following the publication of a report on 24-hour licensing. Released today, the report from the Institute of Economic Affairs claims the relaxation of the drinking laws ten...

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