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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.

Headline 31st October 2015

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Vera Baird Welcomes New FGM Legislation 30th October 2015

Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner and Northumbria Police are welcoming new legislation designed to combat Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), which comes into force next week. From October 31st it will be mandatory for all health professionals, teachers and social...

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Funding Boost for the Angelou Centre 30th October 2015

The Angelou Centre has received funding to support its ‘Building Positive Lives’ project following a successful funding bid to the Supporting Victims Fund, which helps Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner Vera Baird strengthen victims’ services across Northumbria. The Fenham-based...

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The North East Unites to Tackle Child Sexual Exploitation 23rd October 2015

More than 500 delegates attended the North East’s first Child Sexual Exploitation Conference, hosted by Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner, Northumbria Police and Gateshead, Sunderland and South Tyneside Local Safeguarding Children Boards (LSCBs). The conference formed part of Northumbria...

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Surrender your Knife’ is the message from North East Forces 23rd October 2015

Three regional Forces are joining together to raise awareness of the dangers of knife-related crime and ensure we all stay safe. Northumbria, Cleveland, and Durham Police are working with the ‘Surrender a knife’ organisation to encourage the surrender of...

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