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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.

New facilities at SafetyWorks! to promote key aspects of public safety 26th July 2016

A new community hub at SafetyWorks! designed to help tackle Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) across Tyne and Wear is now open thanks to Police Innovation Funding secured by Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner, Vera Baird. SafetyWorks! is an interactive...

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PCC Vera Baird helps fund invaluable support for city’s survivors of sexual assault 26th July 2016

Rape Crisis Tyneside and Northumberland emotional support service for sexual assault victims makes ‘significant positive impact’ As part of its extended service offering, which now provides counselling and support to women and girls from 13 years old (previously 16...

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PCC Vera Baird wishes Sunderland a successful airshow 21st July 2016

Northumbria Police is ready for take off for the annual Sunderland International Airshow this weekend. The annual event is held on the city’s seafront at Roker and Seaburn and is the biggest free annual airshow in Europe, attracting around...

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Ruth Parker appointed as new Chief Executive of Victims First Northumbria 20th July 2016

An independent charitable organisation, which helps victims of crime across Northumbria, has appointed new CEO, Ruth Parker, to continue to develop and strengthen victim services throughout the region. Victims First Northumbria, was launched in 2015 to provide practical and...

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Vera Baird QC wishes everyone a happy and safe Newcastle Pride 15th July 2016

Northumbria Police will be ‘Policing with Pride’ again at this weekend’s Newcastle Northern Pride Festival. The event, which is the ninth in the city, will take place primarily at the Town Moor from Friday until Sunday (July 15 –...

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