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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.

Government pension bill could cut a further 220 Police Officers from the streets of Northumbria 22nd October 2018

Northumbria’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Dame Vera Baird QC, is demanding the government put on hold the ‘impossible’ pension changes they are demanding which could cost the force over £11 million in the next two years – the equivalent...

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Three victims of Hate Crime speak out to urge others to report abuse 19th October 2018

‘Do not suffer in silence,’ – that’s the message from three brave victims of transgender, disability and racially motivated hate crimes, who decided to share their stories as part of National Hate Crime Awareness Week. Despite coming from different backgrounds,...

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Northumbria Police and PCC urge residents to remain vigilant in a bid to tackle Modern Day Slavery 18th October 2018

Withdrawn, malnourished, reluctant to give eye contact – they could all be signs that someone is a victim of modern day slavery. Today (Thursday), as part of Anti-Slavery Day, officers are urging members of the public to be vigilant and encouraging...

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National Hate Crime Awareness Week 15th October 2018

‘Hate crime will not be tolerated’ That’s the message from Northumbria Police and the Force’s Commissioner ahead of a national awareness week dedicated to stamping out such crimes and raising awareness of the effects on victims. The vow comes...

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HRH The Princess Royal presents Victims First Northumbria with top award 2nd October 2018

Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, has today (Monday, October 1st) visited Victims First Northumbria to present them with the Restorative Service Quality Mark Award. The Princess Royal, as Patron of the Restorative Justice Council, visited the Charity and...

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