News: Campaigns
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Week of action sees Police target Fatal Five driving offences
Roads Policing Unit week of action in June targeting Fatal Five driving offences
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The team shining a light on night-time exploitation and harm
The Night Light team aims to engage with street sex-workers to gain intel on any under-18s being exploited.
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New Chance to Change scheme promises better outcomes for young adults
We're changing the way we resolve crime without going to court, to support more young people away from the criminal justice system
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More than 200 knives recovered across Avon and Somerset as part of Operation Sceptre
The twice-yearly operation, led and co-ordinated by the National Police Chief’s Council (NPCC), aims to deter people from carrying knives through prevention, disruption and enforcement tactics, alongside community engagement.
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Avon and Somerset Police take part in national week of action to tackle knife crime
During Operation Sceptre (13-19 May) officers will engage in various activities throughout the force area aimed at prevention, disruption, and enforcement.
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Welcome to Neighbourhood Policing Week 2024
Neighbourhood Policing Week is 22-28 January. Find out about what Neighbourhood Policing is, the difference between Response and Neighbourhood Policing and how to contact your local team
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If not you, then who? How to be an active bystander when someone is being harassed.
We’re calling on people to be aware of what’s going on around them and to notice if someone may be in need of help.
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Sextortion campaign to empower people, aiming to halt the rise in cases
We hope this campaign will raise awareness of the risks of sharing sexual images and videos, as we are seeing a year-on-year sharp increase in the number of reports we are receiving.
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Think child – safeguarding children is everyone’s responsibility
We have dedicated teams who are committed to identifying and protecting children and young people at risk
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The hidden harm of cannabis farms in our communities
Cannabis farms are causing harm to our communities. Criminals don't care who they exploit, or about the violence and damage they bring to our local areas.