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Beds PCC appointed National Prevention Lead

24 September 2021

Chief Executive thanks partners for coming together for the benefit of the Bedfordshire community

17 September 2021

Bedfordshire youths take lead on positive information campaign

17 September 2021

PCC announces the early opening of his Grant Fund of £1.6 million to support local community

6 September 2021

Over 500 Young People attend Commissioner funded boxing and martial arts sessions

31 August 2021

PCC focuses on support for Victims of crime

27 August 2021

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20 August 2021

PCC marks the launch of 100-day report with an event in Dunstable

20 August 2021

PCC launches prevention-based approach Police and Crime Plan

18 August 2021

VCOP image for article: to be given information about the offender following a conviction

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12 August 2021

Critical Support Funding will see a major breakthrough in tackling violent behaviour, says Beds Police Commissioner

11 August 2021

PCC thanks public and partners for support on research for upcoming Police and Crime Plan

3 August 2021

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The Code of Practice for Victims (Victims’ Code) Individual rights information – right 10 of 12

3 August 2021

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PCC praised by Bedfordshire school for hosting SEN students on work experience

30 July 2021

VCOP image for article: to be given information about the outcome of the case and any appeals

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28 July 2021

There’s still time to have your say – PCC launches public consultation for Police and Crime Plan

27 July 2021

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The Code of Practice for Victims (Victims’ Code) Individual rights information – Right 8 of 12

22 July 2021

The force mark UK’s first ASB Awareness Week

19 July 2021

Summer of fun and focus - POSTER - FINAL

Boxing and Martial Arts on the cards for youngsters in Bedfordshire.

16 July 2021

PCC hosts three events in Luton with local leader to discuss serious violence with local residents

16 July 2021

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The Code of Practice for Victims (Victims’ Code) Individual rights information – Right 7 of 12

15 July 2021

Bedfordshire PCC announces paid Internship Scheme

12 July 2021

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8 July 2021

The OPCC checks in on residents in Bedford after successful Safer Streets project

8 July 2021

Force awarded more than £7 million to fight violence, exploitation and organised crime

5 July 2021

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1 July 2021

PCC allocates £89,000 to make the roads of Bedfordshire safer

29 June 2021

To be referred to services that support victims and have services and support tailored to your needs

The Code of Practice for Victims (Victims’ Code) Individual rights information – Right 4 of 12

25 June 2021

PCC takes part in Dog Walk to promote Bedfordshire Police volunteering scheme and pet theft

24 June 2021

World Wellbeing Week feature on Signpost, Bedfordshire’s victim support service

21 June 2021

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17 June 2021

PCC and Community Policing team work together for priority setting meeting in Central Bedfordshire

16 June 2021

PCC welcomed to the Police and Crime Panel to present his first ideas for the Police and Crime Plan

11 June 2021

PCC meets Special Constables and volunteers in support of National Volunteers Week

10 June 2021

PCC pledges to renew efforts to tackle serious youth violence in Bedfordshire

9 June 2021

Home Office backs Bedfordshire bid for Safer Streets Funding

8 June 2021

The Code of Practice for Victims (Victims’ Code) Individual rights information

8 June 2021

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New funding to fight domestic violence will ‘save lives’ says new Beds Police Commissioner

1 June 2021

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28 May 2021

PCC keeps pledge of transparency by livestreaming his first formal meeting with the Bedfordshire Police Executive Team

25 May 2021

PCC meets Beds Police Cyber Hub team and invests in fourth Cyber Triage van

25 May 2021

New PCC commits to implement the New Victim Code

19 May 2021

New Police and Crime Commissioner to invest £28,000 in improved spaces for young people.

18 May 2021

Festus Akinbusoye has been elected as Bedfordshire’s new Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC). Festus was the Conservative candidate for the May 2021 election and brings a wealth of experience including serving as a Special Constable with Bedfordshire Police. The Commissioner said “I pride myself on maintaining valuable relationships with Councillors on local issues, Members of Parliament on national matters and advising government ministers on issues ranging from drugs policies to better supporting victims of domestic abuse. I also place high value on speaking to the community directly and listening to their concerns” Festus also served as a link governor for the Offender Learning and Skills Services team which delivered training and education in prisons. His passion for working with youths doesn’t stop there, he is a former Parish Councillor and he worked with the Council to get funding for a Youth Club following a rise in anti-social behaviour. The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner is now working with Festus to deliver a Police and Crime Plan based on the manifesto he was elected upon. Invest to bring back community-based policing for both our urban and rural communities Tackle drug dealing, antisocial behaviour and the causes of these crimes Support law-abiding citizens' rights to a peaceful life in our county and put victims' needs first Lead a multi-agency approach to early intervention and tackling re-offending Lead an open and transparent policing area. Chief Executive for the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner said “ My office has welcomed Festus on his first day as he takes the oath of a Commissioner. We have been working on his commitments made during the election and will now begin the process of engaging our partners, Bedfordshire Police and most importantly the people of Bedfordshire on the Police and Crime Plan that will be launched this summer.” Chief Constable Garry Forsyth said: “I’m really pleased to welcome X into the role and I am looking forward to working closely with them over the coming years. “Bedfordshire is a vibrant county with fantastic communities, but also some really difficult and complex challenges and it is the Commissioner’s role to hold me accountable on how the force tackles such issues to keep our residents safe.” The Commissioner added “As I begin my engagements with both residents and businesses I will be opening up communication for full conversations across different platforms. Meeting you where I can, live streaming key events and sharing information on our new website xxxxxxxxxxxxxx. I look forward to taking up this challenge to be your Commissioner, getting things done”

New Police and Crime Commissioner Festus Akinbusoye reveals early plans

14 May 2021

New PCC supports Mental Health Awareness Week by providing victims with mindfulness tools

14 May 2021

Historical News

Bedfordshire PCC ELECTION RESULTS – FESTUS AKINBUSOYE ELECTED

7 May 2021

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