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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.

PCC Vera Baird steps into the ring to praise the work of local sports group 6th April 2016

Special guest Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner, Vera Baird, was welcomed to Dunston Teams Amateur Boxing Club to see first-hand the excellent work being undertaken by the voluntary sporting group. Since starting in 2012, the club now has 50...

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Vera Baird praises radio show ‘The Archers’ for tackling ‘Coercive Control’ topic 5th April 2016

Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner, Vera Baird, said: “Anything that raises awareness of domestic abuse, that demonstrates some of the classic behaviour that we understand as coercive control and may help others to spot signs of abuse in a...

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PCC Vera Baird ‘youth gun crime is not currently an issue in Northumbria’ 31st March 2016

Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner, Vera Baird, has stressed that tackling youth gun crime remains a top priority for her officers following national reports this week that British police forces arrested 1,549 children, some as young as 10, for...

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Vera Baird Welcomes Support For Those Affected By ASB in South Tyneside 29th March 2016

A support team to help those affected by anti-social behaviour has been established in South Tyneside. South Tyneside Council in partnership with South Tyneside Homes have recruited a group of five volunteers to provide support to victims across the...

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PCC Vera Baird comments in light of Rotherham Review findings 23rd March 2016

Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner, Vera Baird, said: “In light of today’s review findings which identified serious police failings in the handling of child sexual exploitation in Rotherham –  I wish to make it absolutely clear that keeping the...

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