A closer look at the Thames Valley

Thames Valley Police target serious violence with hotspot policing approach

Over the next six months Thames Valley Police will be targeting hotspots across the force area to tackle knife crime and serious violence, with neighbourhood officers supported by additional specialist officers.

New Mobile CCTV Cameras installed as part of Safer Streets funding

New mobile CCTV cameras will be installed and switched on in Oxford today (12/10) as part of Safer Streets funding.

Launch of Community Speedwatch scheme across Thames Valley

Following the success of a pilot scheme earlier this year, a Community Speedwatch scheme has launched across Thames Valley this week. The pilot, which ran in small areas of Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire, was so successful the whole of Thames Valley can now take part with the hope of reducing speeding in our communities.

Nearly a million pounds secured for Safer Streets in the Thames Valley

The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Thames Valley has secured nearly a million pounds to make streets safer and to tackle violence against women and girls (VAWG).

Statement from the Police and Crime Commissioner, Matthew Barber, following the sentencing of Wayne Couzens

Have your say on potential changes to firearms licensing

Matthew Barber, Police and Crime Commissioner for Thames Valley, is encouraging the public to have their say on potential changes to the licensing of firearms and shotguns in England and Wales.

New podcast series launches to explore important issues affecting Oxfordshire’s minoritised communities

A new podcast series is launching to meaningfully explore important issues around mental health and domestic abuse in Oxfordshire.

£100,000 available to support Thames Valley communities

Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC), Matthew Barber, is today launching a £100,000 fund to support community groups across the Thames Valley.

Police & Crime Commissioner sets out bold new plan for £7.7m to tackle anti-social behaviour and neighbourhood crime

Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for Thames Valley, Matthew Barber, has today [2/9] unveiled plans to commit £7.72million over the next three years to support the work of Community Safety Partnerships.

PCC marks 100 days in office

Matthew Barber reflects on his first 100 days since being elected as Police and Crime Commissioner for Thames Valley.