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CCTV at risk in Oxfordshire due to lack of engagement from local councils
Police and Crime Commissioner, Matthew Barber, warned that plans to improve CCTV in Oxfordshire are at risk as local councils refuse to join a new partnership.
Councils have continually missed deadlines and now missed funding to support improvements to CCTV across the county.
Rural crime falls by 17% across the Thames Valley
I made tackling rural crime a priority when I was elected, and now Thames Valley has an outstanding Rural Crime Taskforce, which has conducted hundreds of investigations and provided invaluable crime prevention advice to rural residents. This concerted effort is clearly having an impact, leading to the downward trend in rural crime trend we are now witnessing thanks to our funding and our commitment to support farmers.
PCC welcomes Emergency Services Day 2025
“I would like to thank all those who work in our blue light services for their selfless dedication in keeping communities safe, and helping those in need 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
“If you feel inspired to make a difference in your communities, visit the Thames Valley Police Careers website to explore your entry route as a police officer and start your application today.”
Thames Valley Police is cracking down on crime and anti-social behaviour in town and city centres
Thames Valley Police will be increasing police officers’ presence and working with partners to tackle urban crime to ensure people feel safe from July to the end of September, for the national Safer Streets Summer campaign.
Tackling anti-social behaviour
I am pleased to support this year’s ASB Awareness Week, which aims to encourage communities to take a stand against ASB and highlights the actions that can be taken by those experiencing it.
Neighbourhood Policing Week
This week marks Neighbourhood Policing Week of Action, an opportunity to shine a light on the positive work our officers are doing to protect communities across Thames Valley.