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.
Northumbria Police and its Police and Crime Commissioner Vera Baird are urging victims of honour-based violence and forced marriage not to suffer in silence. The plea comes as part of today’s annual national day of remembrance for those killed...
Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner Vera Baird commenting on the bulletin published by the Prisons and Probation Ombudsman on new psychoactive substances (NPS) and prisoner deaths. “These substances are dangerous and pose huge risks whether taken in or outside...
The Police and Crime Commissioner for Northumbria, Vera Baird, responding to the publication of HMIC’s Report in harm’s way: the role of the police in keeping children safe. She said: “Keeping children safe is one of our major priorities...
Northumbria’s Police and Crime Commissioner Vera Baird has funded a unique new pilot scheme that aims to reduce incidents of domestic abuse and potentially save victim’s lives. The Domestic Abuse Perpetrator GPS Proximity Device Pilot is a voluntary scheme...
Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner Vera Baird is supporting a new helpline targeted at children and young people with concerns about child sexual exploitation (CSE) involving themselves or others. Launched today, the helpline will give callers advice and, where...
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