Trying to get more people to understand the role and functions of Police and Crime Commissioners has remained a constant challenge ever since I was elected nine years ago. Our main duties are to appoint the Chief Constable, hold senior police officials to account for performance, set their budgets and priorities and be responsible for the […]
victims
Victims of rape and serious sexual offences in Devon and Cornwall now have access to a powerful new video resource explaining what happens when such crimes are reported to the police and the support available throughout the process. The video, created as part of the wider Criminal Justice and You initiative, has been developed by the […]
A mandatory early intervention service for perpetrators of domestic abuse has been launched in Devon and Cornwall to reduce the risk of future harm to victims and children. Perpetrators of ‘standard risk’ domestic abuse can now be ordered by Devon & Cornwall Police to attend victim focused workshops that will enable them to understand the […]
A new way of holding Devon & Cornwall Police to account and ensuring it is delivering an effective and efficient police service is being achieved through the formation of a new accountability board. Devon, Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Police and Crime Commissioner Alison Hernandez has begun to host a monthly Commissioner’s Accountability Board to […]
Compelling victim stories, including from a young woman who tragically witnessed her mum be brutally shot dead by her stepdad, have been shared with Devon & Cornwall Police, to help improve policy and working practices within the constabulary. Alison Hernandez, Police and Crime Commissioner for Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, has welcomed the event […]