More PCSOs for Somerset (24th April 2008)
Somerset has 19 extra Police Community Support Officers on the beat after a partnership agreement was signed by three local councils and Avon and Somerset Police Authority last week.

Statement from Dr Moira Hamlin, Chair of Avon and Somerset Police Authority: Community can be reassured following arrest under the Terrorism Act. (18th April 2008)
This was potentially a very serious incident and we want to reassure the people of Avon and Somerset that everything is being done to ensure our communities are safe.

Fourth Assistant Chief Constable appointed (7th April 2008)
Avon and Somerset Police Authority is delighted to announce the appointment of John Long as the new Assistant Chief Constable for Avon and Somerset Constabulary.

New independent member appointed (27th March 2008)
Avon and Somerset Police Authority has a new member.

Police Authority joins innovative Southwest One partnership (20th March 2008)
Avon and Somerset Police Authority is proud to announce that it has joined Southwest One a joint venture to transform the services provided to the Constabulary and the communities it serves.

Frontline officer levels guaranteed by Police Authority (14th February 2008)
Frontline police officer numbers will be maintained despite a tough financial situation, Avon and Somerset Police Authority has said.