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Women’s quest for justice features in Do You Know this Man? television documentary

Victim survivors and ‘soul sisters’, L to R, Lauren Preston, Laura Hughes and Mary Sharp An inspi...

Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner
13/05/2026 09:37:29

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Commissioner's column: Local policing reform updates for Devon, Cornwall and Isles of Scilly residents

To uphold my commitment to be your voice in policing, my office has launched a dedicated website se...

Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner
11/05/2026 10:47:35

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‘Hotspot’ policing contributes to decline in ASB and serious violence across Devon and Cornwall

A hotspot patrol in Exeter city centre A scheme that introduced ‘hotspot’ patrols in 15 locations...

Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner
06/05/2026 14:57:12

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Easily accessible support is available for all victims of crime

To help people of all ages cope with the impact of being a victim or witness of crime, a dedicated ...

Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner
01/05/2026 13:40:06

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Commissioner's column: Sentencing changes should focus on best interests of victims, witnesses and preventing reoffending

One of the most publicly contested parts of the criminal justice system is how offenders are punish...

Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner
27/04/2026 12:02:06

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Tragic outcome of people carrying a knife is highlighted on anniversary of 32-year-old victim’s death

Becky Dustan, middle, recording the podcast in Plymouth with Police and Crime Commissioner Alison H...

Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner
23/04/2026 12:42:54

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The life-changing power of restorative justice

Restorative justice is available to all victims of crime Providing free and appropriate support f...

Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner
21/04/2026 09:11:55

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Commissioner’s funding boost will help keep street marshals on patrol in 15 Devon and Cornwall towns this summer

A street marshal on patrol in Bodmin, Cornwall High-visibility street marshal patrols will contin...

Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner
16/04/2026 08:56:29

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The unsung heroes with accredited powers to keep our communities safe

Patrols are carried out across Devon and Cornwall by people in a variety of different roles The u...

Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner
13/04/2026 12:35:56

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United efforts to disrupt violence again women and girls are fast gaining momentum

Police and Crime Commissioner Alison Hernandez at an International Women’s Day event in Plymouth ...

Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner
07/04/2026 09:22:03

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Tate brothers seized cash will help fund male allyship to challenge misogyny and violence against women and girls

The Queen meeting representatives from Cornwall MAN during a visit to St Austell (credit: Cornwall ...

Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner
01/04/2026 12:58:01

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The challenges being overcome by Devon & Cornwall Police to retain record officer numbers while balancing its budget

The Chief Constable attending a PCSO passout parade last week The reality of Devon & Cornwall...

Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner
30/03/2026 12:24:00

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High-quality council homes made in a factory by prisoners are making a big impact on housing and reoffending in Devon

Left to right, Debansu Das, Business Development Director, Zed Pods; Sam Goff, Tenant Involvement O...

Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner
27/03/2026 14:40:44

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There will be no let up in the fight against drugs

High-visibility police patrols being carried out on trains by Liskeard officers The impact of ill...

Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner
23/03/2026 11:08:33

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New scheme to lift lid on court cases in Devon

Police and Crime Commissioner Alison Hernandez with Diarmuid MacDonagh, Newsquest Regional Editor f...

Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner
19/03/2026 14:08:37

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‘Fantastic work’ to tackle antisocial behaviour is applauded by Police and Crime Commissioner

Cornwall Council ASB Caseworker Stephen Lennon It is now nearly three years since councils across...

Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner
16/03/2026 13:36:39

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Building confidence to identify and respond to stalking

Police and Crime Commissioner Alison Hernandez at the Hollie Gazzard training launch event The Of...

Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner
26/02/2026 12:07:32

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The unique challenges policing a vast geography

Police and Crime Commissioner Alison Hernandez with council members, police and other representativ...

Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner
23/02/2026 15:00:31

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New approach to tackling gambling harms is imperative

L-R, Caroline Harlow, High Sheriff of Devon; Lisa Richardson, HMP Channings Wood Reducing Reoffendi...

Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner
17/02/2026 10:52:03

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The warning signs of coercion and control every parent needs to be aware of

L-R, Ben Woolvin, head of communications and public affairs, Rebecca Hewitt, Teignbridge District C...

Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner
10/02/2026 10:46:17

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