Latest News & Blogs
Keep up to date with the latest news, blogs and media from the Lancashire Police & Crime Commissioner.
Deputy Commissioner meets young people on road safety concerns
Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner for Lancashire, Andy Pratt MBE, visited Rufford C of E Primary School to address concerns around road safety in the surrounding area.
Life changing support to help victims of crime
Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner Andy Pratt MBE has praised Lancashire Victim Services (LVS) for their role in helping victims of crime move forward and recover.
Lancashire Constabulary Exceeds Government Recruitment Targets
More than 600 additional police officers joined Lancashire Constabulary within the last 4 years, exceeding their target to recruit 509 additional officers set by the government.
Commissioner joins Morecambe officers on patrol around hotspots
Lancashire’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Andrew Snowden, visited Morecambe to walk the beat with local officers and engage with local business owners and residents to discuss how the police are getting tough on anti-social behaviour (ASB) and other crimes.
Commissioner visits Rape Investigation Unit funded by his Fighting Crime Plan
Lancashire’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Andrew Snowden, visited West Division HQ in Blackpool to meet one of three dedicated Rape and Serious Sexual Offences (RASSO) teams bringing offenders to justice and keeping people safe – twelve months on since they were established as part of his Fighting Crime Plan for Lancashire.
Commissioner backs fight against cyber crime
Lancashire’s Police and Crime Commissioner Andrew Snowden joined Lancashire Constabulary’s Cyber Crime Team to hear how the team has been able to expand thanks to the Police Uplift Programme, how they are making advances in tackling crypto criminals, and their plans to continue the fight against online crime.
Police Commissioner visits Barnoldswick to hear crime concerns
The Police and Crime Commissioner visited Barnoldswick in Pendle to meet with local representatives and members of the public, to address concerns raised by local residents regarding a spate of anti-social behaviour (ASB) and theft in the town.
Commissioner secures £2m boost for Lancashire in Government ASB Action Plan
Further to the Government’s announcement Andrew Snowden, Police and Crime Commissioner for Lancashire, has welcomed news that Lancashire is set to benefit from £2m in funding over the next two years, after being selected as a pilot area for the Government’s new ASB Action Plan.
Commissioner announces Ribble Valley neighbourhood team and 24/7 response station
Residents and businesses in the Ribble Valley are set to benefit from the first of two investments to the policing teams in the area. From 1st April four Community Beat Managers, named and visible Police Officers responsible for proactive local policing, will join the Ribble Valley team. This will mean that every area of Lancashire[...]
Boxing project makes impact in Hyndburn with Commissioner’s Funding
Police and Crime Commissioner for Lancashire Andrew Snowden visited an amateur boxing club in Hyndburn to see a project that’s been making a positive impact on the community by engaging young people and addressing anti-social behaviour risks.