Many of the people making the biggest difference in our communities do so quietly, without expecting recognition.
The Torbay Community Champion Awards shine a spotlight on those going above and beyond to support others and strengthen their communities.
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Congratulations to Claire Knight of Phoenix Rising CIO, winner of the Emergency Worker of the Year Award, sponsored by the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
#SaferCommunities#CommunityChampions#TorbayCommunityChampionAwards
People across Cornwall are invited to access free Male Ally Network training and resources to help prevent violence against women and girls.
✅ Free online training ✅ Champion programme ✅ Downloadable toolkit
Find out more: 🔗 https://t.co/RfEaIcugmQ
#MaleAllyNetwork#VAWG
Road safety isn't always about adding more signs. The new Plain Safe campaign at Mutley Plain is using community artwork and eye-catching designs to encourage safer behaviour around crossing points.
🔗 Read more: https://t.co/JBeQnTRTGk
#RoadSafety#VisionZeroSouthWest
PCC Alison Hernandez has reaffirmed her confidence in Chief Constable James Vaughan following HMICFRS's decision to move Devon & Cornwall Police into Level Three of the Policing Performance System.
#DevonAndCornwall#PCC#Policing#CommunitySafety
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How can UKPAC support frontline policing?
We joined a Neighbourhood PCSO to see how the platform can help officers access information, support businesses and work more effectively in our communities.
🎥 Watch below ⬇️
#UKPAC#NeighbourhoodPolicing
Shoplifting is not a victimless crime.
This week’s blog looks at the impact retail crime has on businesses across Devon and Cornwall, why better reporting matters, and how UK-PAC is helping retailers and police work together to tackle prolific offenders.
https://t.co/ksqvI5RmlT
📢 Applications for the Police Property Act Fund are now open across Cornwall.
🛹 Previous funding helped Mount Hawke Youth and Community Group deliver skateboard coaching for vulnerable young people.
🔗 https://t.co/hDgWK1WhfN
Victim-Centred Week highlighted the importance of listening to victims, learning from lived experience and turning those insights into action.
Behind every case is a person.
Read Alison Hernandez's latest blog 👇
🔗 https://t.co/5BJR3EyYSf
#VictimCentredWeek
The September meeting of the Devon and Cornwall Police and Crime Panel is taking place today in #Plymouth.
📄Agenda and papers: https://t.co/79aAoFluoC
📺Watch live on YouTube from 10.30am: https://t.co/Jd9lYMbbas
Chief Constable James Vaughan has agreed to remain in post until August 2028. Commissioner Alison Hernandez welcomed the decision, highlighting progress in performance and frontline policing under his leadership.
🔗 https://t.co/oxeTZUynY3
#Policing#Devon#Cornwall
Which session is right for you?
👧 Primary 🧒 Pre-Teens 🧑 Teenagers 🤝 SEND
Free Let's Talk Safer Families webinars provide expert advice and practical support for every stage of growing up.
📅 Starts 16 Sept 🔗 https://t.co/6bVrdfpywZ
#LetsTalkSaferFamilies
Hear directly from experts in online safety, healthy relationships, exploitation and safeguarding.
📅 Free webinars from 16 Sept to 26 Nov
💻 Join online from home
🔗 https://t.co/6bVrdfpywZ
Could you spot the signs of online harm, exploitation or unhealthy relationships?
Free #LetsTalkSaferFamilies webinars start 16 Sept, helping parents and carers better understand the risks facing young people today.
🔗 https://t.co/lPUD0oKVtk
A new report highlights ongoing challenges around police investigations, victim updates and public contact. Commissioner Alison Hernandez says the answer is stronger local accountability, not fewer police forces or more distant governance arrangements.
🔗 https://t.co/SFdiZY2SbA
Young people are growing up in a world of social media, online influencers and digital risks. Let's Talk Safer Families helps parents and carers understand these challenges and feel confident having the conversations that keep children safe.
Sign up🔗 https://t.co/6bVrdfpywZ
Today, leaders from Devon and Cornwall's criminal justice system will gather to explore how more victims can access Restorative Justice, examine barriers to accessing the process and identify ways to increase awareness and referrals.
@shekinahcharity
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While changes to prison release arrangements may cause concern, new safeguards, stronger supervision measures and additional funding for victim services are being introduced to help protect and support victims informed
https://t.co/wapq80SUCn
#CriminalJustice#VictimSupport
Let's Talk Safer Families gives parents and carers the tools and confidence to support young people through today's challenges, from online safety to healthy relationships.
Free webinars start 16 Sept.
🔗 https://t.co/6bVrdfpywZ
#LetsTalkSaferFamilies
Let's Talk Safer Families provides free webinars, trusted advice and practical support to help parents and carers build stronger connections and keep young people safe.
💻 Free online sessions🔗 https://t.co/6bVrdfpywZ
#LetsTalkSaferFamilies#ParentingSupport#Family