Devon and Cornwall are truly blessed to be home to some of the most stunning beaches in the UK which is why every summer we see tourists flock to the region to soak up their beauty and enjoy what they have to offer. The inevitable downside of that is crime rates do increase which puts an […]
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The essential contributions council taxpayers and second homeowners in Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly provide to fund local policing compared with other force areas has been highlighted this month in a new official report published by the Home Office. Out of all the 43 forces across England Wales during the current financial year, Devon & […]
One of the overarching principles of my Police and Crime Plan is everyone playing their part to reduce crime, and I strongly believe that by working in partnership organisations can deliver powerful and lasting change. Last week I had the pleasure of visiting two locations in Cornwall which are demonstrating how a joined-up approach by multiple […]
As summer is now in full swing, the schools have broken up and couples, families and friends are flocking to our two counties and islands to enjoy the beautiful coast, countryside, towns and villages we are lucky enough to have on our doorstep. For most, this is a time for joy and relaxation – a well-earned […]
As your Police and Crime Commissioner, I was pleased to hear last week from His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) that Devon & Cornwall Police has now officially returned to the default phase of monitoring. HMICFRS reports are one of the tools I can use to hold the Chief Constable […]
Every summer, the challenge is the same – when the sun comes out and the visitors arrive, Devon and Cornwall don’t just get busier, they become some of the most popular destinations in the country. In fact, when it comes to domestic tourism, we beat everywhere – including London. That’s brilliant news for our economy, our […]