News 2025 Archive
January 2025
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Extra is needed for continued investment in policing - how much would you be prepared to pay?
Monday 6 January 2025
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Wiltshire Police praised as crime rates rank lowest nationally
Friday 31 January 2025
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PCC presents award to Wiltshire Police dog and handler for best sniffing and tracking
Tuesday 28 January 2025
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Police and Crime Commissioner thanks volunteers for keeping custody in Wiltshire safe
Sunday 26 January 2025
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Bar staff in Chippenham given specialist training to support vulnerable customers
Saturday 25 January 2025
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Time running out for residents to have their say on policing precept
Tuesday 21 January 2025
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Wiltshire PCC left with 'little choice' to ask for precept rise to plug policing budget gap
Thursday 9 January 2025
February 2025
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Wiltshire PCC statement following inquest into fatal police shooting
Friday 28 February 2025
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Hundreds of thousands of Victims and Witnesses Supported in the Last Decade by Specialist Service
Friday 28 February 2025
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Wiltshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner backs new measures to tackle knife crime
Monday 24 February 2025
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Support service for young victims of crime praised by Wiltshire Police and Crime Commissioner
Thursday 20 February 2025
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Next phase of child-centred serious violence campaign launched
Monday 17 February 2025
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Key transformation of Wiltshire Police continues as policing budget approved
Thursday 6 February 2025
March 2025
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Hope of the future – young people’s painting project launched in Swindon
Monday 31 March 2025
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Campaign focuses on new strategic priorities for Wiltshire Police
Thursday 20 March 2025
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PCC funds march for a safer night time economy for women and girls
Wednesday 12 March 2025
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Young people learn vital skills in course designed to improve relationships with police
Tuesday 11 March 2025
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Changes announced to Wiltshire Police estate
Tuesday 11 March 2025
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Major drugs operation carried out across Wiltshire and nationally
Friday 7 March 2025
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Police forces from across the South West join together to target rural crime
Friday 7 March 2025
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Extra funding secured to tackle anti-social behaviour in Wiltshire and Swindon
Monday 3 March 2025
April 2025
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Increase in public confidence leads to more stalking offences being reported
Tuesday 29 April 2025
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PCC calls for victims and witnesses to keep reporting crimes
Friday 25 April 2024
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Police and Crime Commissioner joins Warminster Neighbourhood Team to warn against livestock worrying
Tuesday 15 April 2025
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PCC responds to Government's neighbourhood policing plans
Thursday 10 April 2025
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Plans for further investment to improve victims' services announced
Tuesday 8 April 2025
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Police and Crime Commissioner joins calls for tougher hare coursing sentences
Wednesday 2 April 2025
May 2025
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Wiltshire PCC Philip Wilkinson backs Dorset PCC David Sidwick’s call for tougher cannabis classification
Thursday 29 May 2025
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Wiltshire PCC hears views of young people at Youth Commission workshop
Thursday 29 May 2025
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Wiltshire PCC says reform in the criminal justice system is needed – but victim safety and justice must come first
Friday 23 May 2025
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Police and Crime Commissioner welcomes Transport Secretary's commitment to road safety in Swindon
Wednesday 21 May 2025
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Wiltshire’s PCC says education is key to tackling knife crime as week of intensified operational activity commences
Tuesday 20 May 2025
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Coffee van gives fresh opportunities for young people in Swindon
Friday 9 May 2025
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Wiltshire PCC welcomes the professionalism of all officers involved in Swindon arrests
Published Tuesday 7 May 2025
June 2025
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Wiltshire Police taking part in ninja sword surrender scheme
Monday 30 June 2025
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Operation to clamp down on illegal e-bikes and e-scooters launched
Monday 30 June 2025
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Police and Crime Commissioner urges antisocial behaviour victims to get the help they need
Monday 30 June 2025
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Wiltshire PCC statement on local policing impact of government's comprehensive spending review
Thursday 12 June 2025
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Communities positively impacted by projects delivered to reduce serious violence
Thursday 12 June 2025
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Youth workers funded by OPCC have positive impact on young people in Swindon
Wednesday 11 June 2025
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Wiltshire and Swindon PCC Celebrates Over 750 Hours of Volunteer Contributions at Appreciation Event
6 June 2025
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Bravery and dedication recognised at Wiltshire Police Force Awards
Thursday 5 June 2025
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Wiltshire's largest theatre signs up to specialist training to support vulnerable customers
Wednesday 4 June 2025
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Partners commit to continue to make Swindon safer
Wednesday 4 June 2025
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PCC working with local charity to fund activities reducing violence and serious harm
Monday 2 June 2025
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More than 100 drivers caught speeding in south of the county
Monday 2 June 2025
July 2025
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Likely delay to police officer pay award ‘deeply frustrating’ says PCC
Wednesday 30 July 2025
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Increase in reports of stalking and sexual offences in Wiltshire reflects changes in crime classification and public confidence
Wednesday 30 July 2025
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Wiltshire and Swindon Youth Commission Lead Dialogue on Safety, Visibility and Police Accountability
Monday 28 July 2025
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Residents voice their concerns around drug crime as figures show local and regional increase in reporting
Friday 25 July 2025
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Wiltshire Police lead community response to ASB in Trowbridge with PCC support
Thursday 17 July 2025
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Progress is being made to make people feel safer and tackle crime in Swindon
Monday 7 July 2025
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Two dozen arrests and drugs seized in week of County Lines action
Friday 4 July 2025
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Safer Streets Summer launches in Wiltshire and Swindon
Thursday 3 July 2025
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PCC says support services are vital to protect children from being exploited into criminal gangs
Tuesday 1 July 2025
August 2025
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Partnership initiatives aim to make Swindon’s night-time economy safer this summer
Friday 29 August 2025
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Wiltshire Police sees higher public confidence than national average as efforts to build trust continue
Thursday 21 August 2025
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PCC supports new Public Space Protection Order in Swindon
Wednesday 20 August 2025
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Anti-social behaviour wardens return to Salisbury
Friday 8 August 2025
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PCC highlights the vital role of CCTV in keeping communities safe this summer
Friday 8 August 2025
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Wiltshire PCC raises concerns over unsustainable police funding formula and risk it presents to Wiltshire’s communities
Friday 8 August 2025
September 2025
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Policing leaders in Wiltshire back national call to retain road safety fines for local schemes
Friday 26 September 2025
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Police and Crime Commissioner backs strengthened collaboration following knife crime summit in Swindon
Saturday 27 September 2025
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PCC visits Swindon CCTV control room to see progress on reducing anti-social behaviour
Wednesday 24 September 2025
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Have Your Say: What Makes You Feel Safe at Night?
Friday 19 September 2025
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Outdated police funding formula is failing Wiltshire communities
Wednesday 17 September 2025
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New Special Constables join Wiltshire Police to support neighbourhood policing
Tuesday 16 September 2025
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Businesses and retailers urged to give feedback on crime concerns
Tuesday 9 September 2025
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Police and Crime Commissioner Backs Whole-Force Response to Combat Rural Crime
Monday 8 September 2025
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PCC meets Wiltshire farmers for frank conversations at NFU Barn Day
Friday 5 September 2025
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Home Office representatives visit Salisbury to see Safer Streets Summer initiatives in action
Thursday 4 September 2025
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UK Government to Conduct National Emergency Alert Test on 7 September — Important advice for vulnerable individuals
Thursday 4 September 2025
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High-Visibility policing boosts night-time safety in Salisbury ahead of Safer Nights Survey launch
Wednesday 3 September 2025
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Trowbridge street drinking crackdown backed by addiction support services
Tuesday 2 September 2025
October 2025
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Police and Crime Commissioner joins Swindon officers on Operation Sacramento
Friday 31 October 2025
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Youth Commissioners present survey to senior officers at Wiltshire Police HQ
Wednesday 29 October 2025
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PCC Philip Wilkinson responds to HMICFRS inspection
Wednesday 29 October 2025
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More community groups awarded funding to help Make Wiltshire Safer
Monday 27 October 2025
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Knife crime and theft offences drop across Wiltshire and Swindon
Friday 24 October 2025
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Last chance to have your say on night-time safety
Thursday 9 October 2025
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Wiltshire PCC statement following police staff misconduct outcome
Thursday 9 October 2025
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Police and Crime Commissioner Backs Collaborative Action to Make Salisbury Safer
Monday 6 October 2025
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Police and Crime Commissioner joins celebrations of Chippenham's night-time safety award
Friday 3 October 2025
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Wiltshire Police and Crime Commissioner responds to Panorama investigation
Thursday 2 October 2025
November 2025
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Wiltshire's first Business Crime Reduction Partnership launches in Salisbury
Monday 11 November 2025
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Chief Constable Catherine Roper’s contract extended to secure Wiltshire Police stability and leadership
Monday 3 November 2025
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PCC urges retailers, local authorities and police to tackle crime together in Trowbridge
Tuesday 4 November 2025
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Wiltshire PCC reaction to government's policing governance decision
Thursday 13 November 2025
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Campaign launches to ensure festive revellers have a safe night out in Swindon this winter
Monday 24th November 2025
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Wiltshire and Swindon mark 16 Days of Action with focus on raising awareness of unhealthy relationships among young people
Monday 24th November 2025
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Spiking statistics shock licensees during latest WAVE training event in Salisbury
Friday 28 November 2025
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South West PCC’s and police forces unite to tackle child criminal exploitation across the region
Friday 28 November 2025
December 2025
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PCC warns funding settlement ‘lacks essential detail’ and leaves policing facing untenable pressures
Tuesday 23 December 2025
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Continued focus on proactive policing and making Salisbury safer this Christmas
Tuesday 16 December 2025
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Taxi marshals rolled out in Salisbury for safer Christmas nights
Tuesday 16 December 2025
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Land Secured for New Southern Policing Hub
Monday 15 December 2025
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Safer Streets Winter of Action begins in Wiltshire
Monday 8 December 2025
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Increased rural patrols following surge in hare coursing
Friday 12 December 2025
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Safety partners work together to protect Swindon’s nightlife this festive season
Tuesday 9th December 2025
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PCC Philip Wilkinson responds to Dawn Sturgess Inquiry report publication
Thursday 4 December 2025
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More than 100 arrests made during coordinated week of police activity targeting drug supply across the South West
Wednesday 3 December 2025