Schools announced for new scheme to prevent exploitation
Seven schools have been selected by Bedfordshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner Festus Akinbusoye for the persistent school absenteeism pilot project being led by the Bedfordshire Violence and Exploitation Reduction Unit (VERU). The selected schools are Lea Manor High School, Stockwood Park Academy, All Saints Academy, Samuel Whitbread Academy, Bedford Academy, Kempston Academy and the Academy […]
Bedfordshire’s PCC secures additional 1.7 million pounds to support victims of crime
Bedfordshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC), Festus Akinbusoye has secured additional funding to support victims of Domestic Abuse (DA) and Sexual Violence (SV). The additional investment received from the Ministry of Justice totals £1,759,689.06 spread over three years, helping local support partners provide the most wide-reaching support services for victims. The Commissioner said “I wholeheartedly […]
PCC hosts ‘moving and powerful’ event for young people in Bedfordshire
Last week saw the Bedfordshire Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC), host their first-ever three-day conference alongside Bedfordshire’s Violence and Exploitation Unit (VERU), for year 9 students across the county. The event aimed to reach young people who would like to be part of the solution in reducing crime in Bedfordshire, and to […]
PCC’s response to National Police Chiefs’ Council Race Action Plan
I want all of our residents in Bedfordshire to know and feel that they will be treated fairly, and in a lawful manner by Bedfordshire Police officers whenever they come into contact with the police. I equally want Bedfordshire Police to enjoy the full confidence of all law-abiding residents, irrespective of their race, gender, religion […]
The Code of Practice for Victims (Victims’ Code) Individual rights information – Right 4 of 12
Right 4: To be referred to services that support victims and have services and support tailored to your needs Summary of right: When you report a crime to the police, you have the right to be offered support. This includes an assessment of whether you are entitled to receive the Enhanced Rights. The more information […]
New PCC commits to implement the New Victim Code
Over the coming weeks, the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) is releasing detailed information relating to each of the 12 rights within the Victims’ Code. Each release will cover one or more of the rights and will focus on the following: • Local processes in Bedfordshire, how victims can access support, key […]
New Police and Crime Commissioner Festus Akinbusoye reveals early plans
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 […]
New PCC supports Mental Health Awareness Week by providing victims with mindfulness tools
New PCC supports Mental Health Awareness Week by providing victims with mindfulness tools The Police and Crime Commissioner has supported the Victim Engagement team with funding for items to help with mindfulness for vulnerable children and adults when they are at Police Stations in his first week in office. The new PCC, Festus Akinbusoye visited […]