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Sergeant’s bravery recognised with national award nomination

A Gwent Police sergeant has been recognised with a National Police Bravery Award nomination after she subdued and arrested a knife-wielding thug.

Student police officers graduate

This week 55 new Gwent Police officers have formally graduated from the policing educational qualifications framework (PEQF).

Remembering victims of the Srebrenica genocide

This year marks the 27th anniversary of the most devastating atrocity that has taken place on European soil since the Second World War.

Safe space for victims of sexual exploitation in Newport

A new safe space for women who are experiencing, or are at risk of, sexual exploitation and violence has launched in Newport.

National VAWDASV advisers appointed

I welcome the Welsh Government’s latest appointments to the role of National Adviser for Violence Against Women, Gender Based Violence, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence...

Out and about

Last weekend my team were out in communities across Gwent, visiting the Maindee Festival and Ysgol Panteg fair, as well as Gwent Police’s Behind the Badge event in Cwmbran.

Behind the Badge 2022

More than 20,000 residents from across Gwent attended Gwent Police’s Behind the Badge event this weekend.

Animal welfare scheme recognised by Dogs Trust

I am delighted that the animal welfare scheme, which is managed by my team and ensures that Gwent’s police dogs are looked after to the highest standards, has received a...

New child-centred policing strategy for Gwent

Gwent Police has launched a new strategy that places the well-being of children and young people at the centre of its decision making.

Saturday night football sessions bringing communities together

A free Saturday night football training session for children and young people is bringing communities together in Newport.

Community Youth Project Newport

To mark national Youth Work Week my office visited Community Youth Project, which is based in Community House in Maindee.

New officers begin their careers

I was delighted to join 47 new Gwent Police officers and their families for their formal passing out parade this week.