The Police and Crime Commissioner David Munro has reiterated his commitment to tackling anti-social behavior (ASB) in Surrey, as the Community Trigger framework supported by his office has seen a significant increase in applications across the county. Examples of ASB are varied but they can have a profound impact on the welfare of individuals [...]
Surrey Police and Crime Commissioner David Munro has urged demonstrators to heed social distancing measures, as protests took place in Surrey following the death of George Floyd. The PCC said he shared the shock and anger at the death of Mr Floyd in Minneapolis but also stressed the need to avoid gatherings that could [...]
Surrey Police and Crime Commissioner David Munro has welcomed the new easing of Covid-19 restrictions, meaning many will be able to meet their loved ones together for the first time since March. From Monday, the rules will allow up to six people from different households to meet outdoors and in gardens, as long as [...]
Surrey Police and Crime Commissioner David Munro has welcomed the roll out of The Government’s Test and Trace programme in Surrey from today. The county is the only region in the South East where the contact tracing system will be tested, as part of the launch in 11 local authority areas. The PCC said: [...]
Surrey Police and Crime Commissioner David Munro has urged residents to continue to abide social distancing measures, after Surrey beauty spots were crowded over the weekend. Visiting Greater Frensham Pond and Common by foot, the PCC witnessed examples of social distancing not being followed, risking a rise in new cases of the virus. Surrey [...]
The Police and Crime Commissioner David Munro has welcomed details of additional funding to support those affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence in Surrey during the Covid-19 pandemic. The news comes amid concerns that cases of these crimes have increased nationally during the current lockdown, leading to increased demand on support such [...]
Surrey Police and Crime Commissioner David Munro has defended the use of Tasers after the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) expressed concerns nationally. The IOPC has called for greater scrutiny, amid investigations into incidents where Tasers were used in London, Greater Manchester and the West Midlands. The PCC has written to the IOPC [...]
Surrey Police and Crime Commissioner David Munro has welcomed the limited relaxation of coronavirus restrictions this week, reflecting gradual but tangible progress in the fight against the virus. Following the release of the government plan earlier today, the PCC urges Surrey’s communities to continue to observe social distancing, and to stay at home where [...]
One year since establishing the Victim and Witness Care Unit (VWCU) within Surrey Police, the team funded by Police and Crime Commissioner David Munro is continuing to support individuals during the coronavirus lockdown. Established in 2019, the VWCU has put in place new ways of working to ensure the provision of end-to-end support continues [...]
The Police and Crime Commissioner David Munro said the urgent need for transit sites in Surrey has been highlighted again after the latest unauthorised traveller encampment in the county was moved on following a police order this week. The PCC said the need for temporary sites for travellers has never been more pressing as [...]
