The Police and Crime Commissioner for the Thames Valley has today (30/6) launched his Police & Criminal Justice Plan, setting out his key priorities for policing across the region.

The newly elected Police and Crime Commissioner, Matthew Barber, has launched his Police & Criminal Justice Plan which sets out his vision for policing in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Milton Keynes and Oxfordshire. As well as outlining how he will hold the Chief Constable of Thames Valley Police to account, the Plan also sets out the strategic priorities and focus for the Force over the next four years.

The horrific incident that took place on Saturday morning in the Two Mile Ash area of Milton Keynes will have shocked the whole community. It is a tragedy for the families of the two men who have died and we must not forget that a young boy remains in hospital in a serious condition.

The Government have today published The end-to-end rape review report on findings and actions (click to download).

In response to the report Matthew Barber said: "Today's report highlights the failings in dealing with rape cases across the criminal justice system…

The Police and Crime Commissioner for the Thames Valley has successfully bid for £401,950 from the Home Office to help make communities safer.

The Government has today [Thursday 3rd June] announced Thames Valley as one of 40  police and crime commissioner areas who will receive funding from the £18 million Safer Streets Fund.

All secondary schools across the Thames Valley are being provided new resources to help educate young people on the dangers of drugs.

Thames Valley Violence Reduction Unit commissioned the PSHE Association to develop new quality assured materials and lesson plans, ensuring teaching approaches and content are up-to-date, helping to educate young people to keep them safe.

Police and Crime Commissioner for Thames Valley, Matthew Barber, is supporting Neighbourhood Watch’s ‘Protect Your Pooch’ campaign.

The ‘Protect Your Pooch’ campaign is encouraging dog owners to keep their pets secure, in sight, searchable and calls for stiffer sentences for stealing dogs.