People across the UK have been given advice to stay at home in order to protect themselves and others during the coronavirus pandemic. However, for those who are at risk of domestic abuse, we know that this may have caused anxiety and fear.
In support of the national effort to back the NHS in tackling the coronavirus outbreak Thames Valley Police are calling on recently retired officers to re-join the Force.
The Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for Thames Valley, Anthony Stansfeld, and the Chief Constable, John Campbell, have today (Monday 30th March) opened a new grant round of the Police Property Act Fund (PPAF) as an emergency response to the impact of coronavirus.
Police and Crime Commissioner for Thames Valley, Anthony Stansfeld, said: "The Government, with the support of Opposition parties, and on the basis of the best scientific advice, has imposed severe restrictions on everyday life.
In the first of its kind in the Thames Valley, a one day event is being held this month to see how organisations can collaboratively support people who are leaving prison and reduce reoffending.
The Home Office has announced that the Police and Crime Commissioner for the Thames Valley has secured funding for 140 new tasers, as part of a new fund.
This is an additional £115,500 funding for the area from a £10m ring fenced pot of centrally funded money for the equipment.
The Police and Crime Commissioner for Thames Valley has funded a series of events bringing together communities in Milton Keynes with a view to making impactful changes for the better.
