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🚗 We're looking forward to welcoming attendees tomorrow to the Work-Related Road Risk Breakfast Briefings, part of Project EDWARD. Hear opening remarks from PCC Joy Allen and learn how we can work together to make our roads safer.
🔗 Book your place: luma.com/mpcnpfx9
🐎Horse riders are among the most vulnerable road users, especially during the darker months.
If you're riding after dark, wear high-visibility and reflective clothing for both you and your horse to help drivers see you from a greater distance.
🌙 Be bright. Be seen. Be safe.
🔈 The Victims’ Code sets out 12 rights for every victim, no matter the crime. PCC Joy Allen is committed to ensuring everyone affected by crime understands the rights and support available to them.
🔗 Learn more: f.mtr.cool/crb9m5577z
Police and Crime Commissioner Joy Allen has made a strong start to the year against her plans to secure better justice for victims and deliver lasting improvements to communities.
🔗Read the full release at durham-pcc.gov.uk/about/news…
🚗 Nearly one in three road deaths involves a driving-for-work journey. PCC Joy Allen is urging businesses to attend a free seminar on improving driver safety, reducing road risk and protecting organisations from avoidable harm.
🔗Read the full release at f.mtr.cool/5bbzfyz49c
🏍️ PCC has welcomed new powers allowing police to immediately seize vehicles being driven anti-socially, without first issuing a warning.
The tougher approach will help tackle nuisance riders and keep communities safer.
🔗 Read more: durham-pcc.gov.uk/about/news…
💜 Durham PCC has announced RSACC will deliver a new Independent Sexual Violence Advisor support service. Thanks to additional PCC funding, the service will now be extended to children and young people of all ages for the first time.
🔗 Read more durham-pcc.gov.uk/about/news…
Newton Aycliffe residents affected by crime or anti-social behaviour are invited to meet with PCC Joy Allen at the next Community Listening Surgery.
Appointments must be booked in advance. Contact: [email protected]
💙 No one should have to suffer in silence.
PCC and Victims' Commissioner Joy Allen welcomes 'I Am Ready', a new website helping victims and survivors of child sexual abuse access support and understand their options.
👉Visit iamready.org.uk/ for national information.
Racism has no place in our communities.
Tomorrow, we will be proud to support @SRTRC_England and join people across the UK for #WRD26 ❤️ By wearing red, we're standing together against racism and discrimination and promoting equality, inclusion and respect for all.
🚗 Safer roads start with safer driving at work.
Join us on 27 October, 8am-11:30am, for the Work-Related Road Risk Breakfast Briefings. Hear from PCC Joy Allen and learn more about Project EDWARD and Driving for Better Business.
🔗 Reserve your place: luma.com/mpcnpfx9
💙 Hate crime has no place in County Durham and Darlington. If you've experienced or witnessed hate crime, report it and get support.
Learn more via Hate Hurts 👉 hatehurts.co.uk/
In an emergency call 999 and 101 for a non-emergency.
PCC Joy Allen has welcomed the roll-out of specialist rape and sexual offence courts after years of campaigning. The reforms will reduce delays, improve support for victims and help deliver faster justice
🔈 Read the full release: durham-pcc.gov.uk/about/news…
🚔 During roadside checks, @durhamRAPolSC found two vehicles with illegal tyres and advised several other drivers their tyres were nearing the legal limit.
With colder, wetter weather on the way, now's the time to check your tyres.
Stay safe. Stay legal. Stay on the road.
PCC Joy Allen is calling for a fairer funding settlement for Durham Constabulary, warning that rising demand and reduced officer numbers are putting increasing pressure on policing across County Durham and the North East.
🔗 Read the full release at durham-pcc.gov.uk/about/news…
Seaham and Easington residents affected by crime or anti-social behaviour are invited to meet with PCC Joy Allen at the next Community Listening Surgery.
Appointments must be booked in advance. Contact: [email protected]
New report reveals Durham’s Investigative Hub is reducing delays, saving money and helping keep officers on the frontline. 💷 £809k saved | 🚓 15,000 fewer miles travelled | 📉 61% fewer abstractions
🔗 Read more: durham-pcc.gov.uk/about/news…
👏A fantastic day at PACTS and ARRM's Getting the Job Done Safely conference. Thank you to everyone who shared their ideas, experiences and expertise as we explored how the National Work-Related Road Safety Charter can help make our roads safer.
A new report shows Durham’s Investigative Hub is delivering real results, with over £800,000 in savings, reduced custody delays and thousands of staff hours returned to frontline policing.
🔈 Read the full release at durham-pcc.gov.uk/about/news…
