Joy Allen
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- Aug 16, 2026
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Why ghost number plates are becoming a growing threat on roads - Durham PCC (opens the original)
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PCC Joy Allen explains in her own words why illegal number plates are rapidly becoming one of the most concerning threats on our roads and is urging PCCs across England and Wales to unite to back stronger legislation with tougher penalties. When most people think about road safety, they think about speeding, drink or drug driving, seatbelts, or mobile phones. Few will have heard of the term 'ghost plates'. Yet these illegal number plates are rapidly becoming one of the most concerning threats on
Why helping victims matters as much as catching criminals in Durham - PCC Joy Allen (opens the original)
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PCC Joy Allen explains in her own words why supporting victims is as important as catching criminals and how the new Victim Care and Mentor Service will make it easier for victims to access practical, compassionate help when they need it most. Victims deserve more than justice, they deserve a first-class victims' service! When people think about policing, they often think it is about catching criminals. But as Police and Crime Commissioner, one of my most important responsibilities is standing a
Phone, Float, Throw - Police chief’s simple steps that could save a young life (opens the original)
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PCC Joy Allen explains, in her own words, the reality of cold water shock and how the warmer weather can tempt young people into open water with deadly consequences. She urges families to discuss the dangers of open water as education saves lives. The emergency services do an incredible job, but they cannot be everywhere. A summer safety message: cold water shock can be fatal As temperatures soar across County Durham and Darlington, many families will do what generations before them have done –
Durham police chief - why rape survivors deserve answers, dignity and support (opens the original)
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PCC Joy Allen explains, in her own words, why victims of rape and serious sexual offences deserve a justice system that listens, explains and stands beside them from the moment they come forward. This is why the Crown Prosecution Service’s new review process is a welcome step, but it must be part of a wider commitment to reduce delays, improve communication and make sure every victim is treated with dignity, respect and care. Imagine finding the courage to report one of the most traumatic crimes
Why anti-social behaviour crackdown must go beyond enforcement, says Durham PCC (opens the original)
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PCC Joy Allen explains, in her own words, why tackling ASB requires prevention, early intervention, enforcement and strong partnership working, with communities playing a key role in reporting concerns and supporting safer neighbourhoods. Delivering safer, stronger and more resilient communities I was recently invited to join some of the country's leading voices on policing and public safety at the Cityforum conference in London. Alongside national leaders responsible for delivering the Neighbou
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