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A service set up to support those affected by crime in Norfolk is celebrating its first anniversary
individual is different and not all will want or feel they need help. Over the last year, the Victim Care Team has worked with people affected by many different types of crime – from arson, criminal damage and burglary, to sexual and violent offences. To meet demand for support for victims of domestic abuse
PCC makes ‘tough call’ and increases policing element of Council Tax by 2pc
such serious crimes as child exploitation, sexual abuse and on-line fraud, are difficult, complex and resource intensive. This comes at a cost. "However I have made it clear that even in tough times I want to try and improve the Force in areas such as police visibility and engagement. I also want
Norfolk's PCC backs initiative to Stop Hate in Norfolk
. Norfolk is a safe county but sadly, hate incidents do happen. Hate incidents can take many forms, with some more obvious than others. Although physical violence, verbal abuse, online abuse are common, other forms of hate incidents are on the increase. SHIN aims to encourage more people to report
PCC publishes latest annual report
by the Norfolk and Suffolk Victim Care service, while many more were able to access support from specialist domestic abuse, sexual violence and fraud services. The PCC Annual Report 2019/20 includes an update on the work
Project supporting female offenders shortlisted for national award
and relationships. Many of the women being supported have also been victims of crime, such as domestic or sexual abuse, so the project is also helping to prevent further harm and victimisation.” He added: “WONDER is bringing vital stability to the lives of these women as they work towards a crime-free future
PCC to launch police budget consultation in Great Yarmouth
the country. But, even without further funding reductions this year, because of previous austerity cuts, costs going up, and increased demand on our police force, including alarming rises in the reporting of child sexual abuse, rape and domestic violence, we face a £3.5 million budget gap for the coming year
PCC fund brings police and communities together to tackle local issues
. “Norfolk residents tell me that, while they appreciate the financial pressures on our police and understand that the investigation of crimes like child abuse, domestic violence and rape has to be a priority, having police tackle the issues which affect their communities on a daily basis is important too
Police response to pandemic under spotlight at virtual accountability meeting
decreases in crime categories such as burglary and theft, while figures for violent and sexual offences, and domestic abuse, continued to rise. The PCC also questioned the Chief Constable on the Force’s response to the Black Lives Matter movement, and how it was working to address disproportionality
Think, spot and speak out against child sexual exploitation
and pledging to speak out against this form of abuse. CSE is where children are manipulated or coerced into sexual activity in exchange for money, gifts, accommodation or affection. In some cases, the children or young people involved are tricked into believing they are in a loving, consensual
PCC hosts live Q&A to seek views on police budget consultation
consultation Lorne has stressed the importance of protecting the gains made in keeping our county safe since 2016 and ensuring the police have the resources necessary to provide strong community policing, fight fraud, and tackle the scourge of domestic abuse. In the consultation Lorne is seeking