The unacceptable national statistic that one in five women* will be stalked in their lifetime clearly shows how violence against women and girls has become an epidemic. One of my top priorities remains tackling serious violence by committing to making women and girls feel safer in our towns and cities, and in their own homes. The […]
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The terrifying and long-lasting impact stalking has on victims' lives - described as psychological terrorism - has been shared by a Devon survivor in support of National Stalking Awareness Week. Latest data from Devon & Cornwall Police has revealed 14,457 stalking and harassment offences were recorded within a 12-month period to February 2025 - an increase […]
Last week, my office announced some fantastic news for the residents of Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly: thanks to a substantial £4.7 million grant from the Home Office, we're set to see a major boost in neighbourhood policing across our region.This funding means 110 more “boots on the ground”, with 45 police officers […]
Throughout the nine years I have been Police and Crime Commissioner for Devon, Cornwall, and the Isles of Scilly, one of the top priorities highlighted in our public engagement surveys is people wanting more police resources targeted towards addressing antisocial behaviour (ASB). The impacts of ASB in all its many forms are detrimental to the quality […]
In my new Police and Crime Plan for Devon, Cornwall, and the Isles of Scilly, I’m asking everyone to get involved in making our communities safer. While our police officers and staff do an incredible job every day, many others go the extra mile to support policing efforts. Last week, volunteers who are co-ordinated by […]
As Police and Crime Commissioner for Devon, Cornwall, and the Isles of Scilly, my job is to make sure our police force is delivering the best possible service to our communities. An important part of that role involves holding the Chief Constable of Devon & Cornwall Police to account — making sure the organisation is […]