Dorset PCC

ROAD SAFETY | We've launched an operation to target drivers who have been drinking while travelling into the county by plane or ferry ✈️⛴️🚨 We will be carrying out roadside checks, breathalysing motorists and engaging with arriving passengers to make sure they are not driving while over the limit. Read more: news.dorset.police.uk/news-article/2…

If you’re planning DIY this bank holiday weekend and need to hire a waste collector or skip, be aware that waste criminals advertise online. Find out how to avoid them: environmentagency.blog.gov.uk/2026/03/31/bew…

A new initiative created by the Force and partners is helping to steer young people away from carrying knives and entering the criminal justice system👮🏻 Read more: news.dorset.police.uk/news-article/2…

Organised crime groups commit 35% of waste crimes. We can only stop what we know about. To stop waste criminals, we need your help. If you see illegal waste activity, report it immediately to our incident hotline or anonymously to @CrimestoppersUK on 0800 555 111

Safer Business Action Week saw our team working closely with Dorset Police, CSAS and local businesses to support safety across Bournemouth Town Centre. 👥 37 business visits 👮 Joint patrols 🔗 Strong partnership working Safer spaces start with collaboration. #SaBAWeek

Let’s keep our countryside safe! 🚜🐏 Rural crime affects farms, homes, and businesses — but a few simple steps can make a big difference. Check out DPARCs Rural Crime Prevention Leaflet for quick tips on securing property, vehicles, fuel, and livestock. bit.ly/RuralCrimePrev…

Our work with partners is stopping waste criminals. Protect your waste business from crime by reporting criminals to Crimestoppers 100% anonymous. Always.   Don’t let them get away with it. crimestoppers-uk.org/give-informati…

Shoplifting in the UK has doubled in a year - now costing the UK £1.8 billion in losses. Criminal gangs are behind many incidents, selling stolen goods through online marketplaces and making a profit. Suspect those involved? Speak up anonymously: crimestoppers-uk.org/get-involved/c…

Cadets from across 4 of our Units turned out last weekend to do bike tagging at Planet Wimborne Green Festival. Thanks cadets and leaders for giving up your time. @PCCDorset @NationalVPC

I am proud to be supporting the work of @HomewardsUK in Bournemouth and look forward to continuing to work together to drive change and make a difference to people's lives

If you transport, buy, sell or arrange disposal of waste you must register as a waste carrier, broker or dealer. Register directly with us to ensure your details are correct and you receive important information about your registration status. environmentagency.blog.gov.uk/2025/10/01/reg…

Throwback to sunnier days and school holidays. Thanks to @PCCDorset for providing funding from Operation Relentless Community Fund to allow CAP to provide positive activities for young people in the area. #DorsetOPCC

NRCN is proud to launch #NationalRuralCrimeActionWeek2025 with week’s theme: Voices from the Countryside @CLAtweets, @CAupdates, @HistoricEngland, @NFUtweets, @CrimestoppersUK , @RuralCrimeNtwk, @Naturewatch_org , @TWillowProject , @AssocPCCs

As the #SaferStreetsSummer initiative continues, learn more about the work going into reducing antisocial behaviour in towns and cities across England and Wales. ☀️⤵️ @ukhomeoffice @PoliceChiefs @PCCDorset apccs.police.uk/campaigns/safe…

Bourne, Corfe and Grange Cadets have been bike tagging at both Poole and Bournemouth Hospitals over the last two days. Well done and thank you Cadets for giving up your time in the holidays. Especially on results day! @NationalVPC @PCCDorset

Waste criminals target empty properties and vacant land to dump illegally collected waste. Don’t let this happen to you. Find out how to secure your premises and avoid dodgy tenants: environmentagency.blog.gov.uk/2023/06/15/pro…

When I came to Office, I knew I wanted tackling illegal drugs to be a key part of my Police and Crime Plan. This week's newsletter outlines some of the significant work taking place in Dorset bit.ly/DorsetNoPlaceF…

From today (1 August 2025), it is illegal to possess, manufacture, import or sell ninja swords in England and Wales. 🚫 Read the full response from APCC Joint Leads on Serious Violence, @SimonFosterPCC and @matthew_barber➡️apccs.police.uk/apcc-statement…

I am delighted to recommission Victim Support in Dorset for another five years. They provide confidential, practical and emotional support. If you have been a victim of crime, their trained staff will listen to you with compassion, and help you find ways to cope and feel safer.

We are participating in a month-long government scheme to remove ninja swords from the streets. Owners of ninja swords can anonymously surrender them at the Bournemouth, Poole and Weymouth police stations before Thursday 31 July 2025. Read more here: news.dorset.police.uk/news-article/5…