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Norfolk’s PCC responds to latest national crime statistics
of domestic abuse may well be down to an increased confidence in victims and survivors to speak out. “It is crucial that when people take such brave steps, they feel listened to and get the right help and support, which is why my office continues to commission a wide number of support
New Police and Crime Commissioner responds to the latest crime statistics data
and the awareness of services to help people who are at risk. The Norfolk Integrated Domestic Abuse Service (NIDAS) is about to launch its social media Summer Campaign (on 29 July) to raise awareness of its service. Domestic Abuse transcends class, race and gender and affects people from all walks
Norfolk PCC responds to the latest crime statistics
the lowest residential burglary rate in the country, which is obviously good news for Norfolk residents. “We also continue to tackle other forms of crime such as domestic abuse which accounts for over a fifth of all reported crime in Norfolk. There is increasing confidence among victims to report
Norfolk's PCC comments on latest crime statistics
of more than 10% each but I am keen to know the true picture behind such falls. “Once again, the occurrence of sexual offences and violence with and without injury continues to climb. A lot of these offences are associated with domestic abuse and are very much ‘hidden’ crimes, committed behind
Norfolk's PCC launches annual police budget consultation
in domestic abuse incidents and the need to ensure Norfolk is a safe place for women and girls are amongst the items at the top of the agenda for the PCC, as he also prepares to launch his new Police, Crime and Community Safety Plan in the spring. The plan will outline the priorities that Giles
Taverham hosts PCC's policing Q&A
it was reassuring to see police officers on the beat in their local area, the policing demand from violent crime, domestic abuse and sexual offences meant these areas had to be prioritised. The Chief Constable said the Force was having to work smarter to make available resources go further. He referenced
Working in partnership
criminal justice system. Many areas of policing and crime cannot be tackled by a single person or organisation, for example hate crime, domestic abuse and scams, as they need a coordinated approach from a variety of partners to ensure that effective and efficient local solutions are put in place. The PCC
Annual police budget consultation launched
the resources necessary to provide strong community policing, fight fraud, and tackle the scourge of domestic abuse. The PCC is required by law to set the budget for Norfolk Constabulary and, as part of this, determine how much the people of Norfolk contribute to the policing element of the Council Tax
Vital funding secured for specialist team helping victims of sexual assault in Norfolk
assault and domestic abuse are women and girls, health service leaders are encouraging anyone who needs support to turn to the NHS at one of the country’s 24-hour centres. How to seek help
Policing budget endorsed at panel hearing
. “The public also wants more to be done about rape, serious sexual assaults, domestic abuse and violence against women and girls. They want more to be done about drugs. They want more to be done about speeding motorists. “And that was very clearly reflected in the comments made during