Podcasts about crime commissioner

In this week's episode of High on Home Grown, the panel covers the latest cannabis headlines from the UK, US, and Europe: Macky covers the controversial push from the Wiltshire Police and Crime Commissioner, who supports reclassifying cannabis as a Class A drug in the UK. (Source: BBC News) In contrast, London's Mayor backs a new report calling for cannabis decriminalisation, showing deep divisions in UK cannabis policy. (Source: BBC News) Haribo issues a recall in the Netherlands after cannabis was found in one of their products. (Source: BBC News) A new study finds potential health risks from both smoking cannabis and eating edibles, particularly for cardiovascular health. John discusses how Kentucky's Governor has launched a dispensary map ahead of the state's medical cannabis rollout and waived renewal fees for patients. Also in the US, the Trump administration still hasn't decided whether to challenge the major Supreme Court case linking marijuana use and gun ownership. Join us as we break down these important stories and what they mean for cannabis users and the industry worldwide! Come and join in the discussion about any of these news articles on our cannabis growing forum, Discord server, or any of your favourite social networks. Visit our website for links.  Website: https://highonhomegrown.com Discord: https://discord.gg/sqYGkF4xyQ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/highonhomegrown Thank you for downloading and listening to our cannabis podcast! I hope you enjoy this episode.

Tributes have been paid to a young girl who died in the River Thames near Gravesend.She's been named on social media as Bia and described as a 'beautiful angel'.Emergency crews, including the RNLI, had been called to the river near Royal Terrace Pier just before 2pm on Friday after receiving reports of two children going into the water.Also in today's podcast, Reform UK's first UK DOGE team will visit Kent County Council today.The Elon Musk inspired Department of Government Efficiency taskforce is designed to identify and cut wasteful spending.We're being urged to be aware of the dangers of wildfires in Kent.Kent Fire and Rescue have introduced a new warning system this year. Alan Standing is a group manager at the services and has been explaining how it works.Kent retailers are welcoming a government ban on disposable vapes which has come into force.Under new rules, it's now illegal for businesses to supply any single use devices, including those which are nicotine free. Hear from Mike Cameron who is the co-founder of Smoko in Tunbridge Wells, and Operations manager James Whiddett from Kent Trading Standards.It's been revealed the cost of last year's elections for Kent's Police and Crime Commissioner cost taxpayers £88,000.With voter turnout lower than previous years, it means the cost was £11.62 per vote.And in sport, there's been mixed reaction to Gillingham's decision to scrap their traditional matchday programmes.The club say they've chosen to stop publication because sales have dropped and it no longer makes financial sense.

Clare Moody is the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for Avon and Somerset, with a career spanning trade unions, government advisory roles, and human rights advocacy. Now in her role as PCC, she is focused on improving neighborhood policing, reducing violent crime, and strengthening trust in law enforcement.

Renovations for the new police station are on track to be finished by the summer. Having a new permanent base in Petersfield town centre will increase police visibility and help build the vital relationship between police and communities. Julie Butler and Michelle Monaghan spoke to Donna Jones, Police and Crime Commissioner who was here to attend the topping out ceremony.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this powerful episode, Kim McGuinness, the first Mayor of the North East, takes us on an inspiring journey from her working-class roots in Newcastle to becoming a trailblazer for the region. Kim shares how her upbringing, shaped by her father's work in the shipyards and her mother's dedication to family, fuelled her passion for social change. Encouraged by local MP Catherine McKinnell, Kim defied stereotypes and launched a career in politics, rising through the ranks from council member to Police and Crime Commissioner, all driven by her mission to create social mobility.Throughout the conversation, Kim reflects on the North East as a land of opportunity, despite challenges like child poverty and the North-South divide. We delve into her transformative vision for the region, including investments in start-ups, public transport reforms, and strategies for empowering youth. Kim also opens up about the gender imbalance in politics, sharing candid insights into the misogyny and online harassment she has faced, while celebrating the progress towards equality and the importance of women in leadership roles.This episode is a testament to the power of unity and collaboration. Kim highlights the collective efforts of northern mayors to tackle local issues, and offers a glimpse into balancing a demanding political career with family life, especially in a political-military household. With aspirations to elevate the voices of northern women and celebrate everyday heroes, Kim's story is an inspiring call to action for all. Tune in to hear how the North East's resilience and passion are shaping the future.Chapters:00:11 Welcome to the Podcast01:03 Role Models in the North East10:28 Empowering North East Youth Through Politics18:16 Northern Mayors, Military Life, Podcast Dreams26:19 Northern Role Models and the Sparkle CelebrationSign up to our Power Platform to check out our events calendar here. Keep up to date on the latest news from We Are Power : Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook Sign up to our newsletter.

My guest today has already been on my podcast. His episode has been my most popular one so far and I couldn't wait to have him back for an update.The last time Mike Rees spoke to me, he was standing (for the third time) as an independent candidate in the election for the Police and Crime Commissioner of Wiltshire. Sadly, Mike didn't win, but came third, behind the labour and conservative party.We talk a lot about the world of politics and how the outcome is stacked against you in so many ways when you are an independent, and particularly how underhand things are. Sadly, Mike's passion, qualities and qualifications were completely wasted on the people of Wiltshire who didn't seem to understand what the PPC is; plus the timing of the election wasn't good because it was the council elections at the same time.Mike joined the police service at 18 and shares the very varied career path he then followed. We talk about some of the cases that have stayed with him long after leaving the force.The issues that still need addressing in the police is something else we discuss, and Mike has strong views as to why some of these things still haven't been dealt with.Mike shares what his other passions are in life; running a children's cancer charity and boxing, which he participated in for years, winning many competitions. He explains how boxing helps people to gain some discipline. And he talks about the business he runs now – a forensics cleaning business - and you probably need to ensure you're not eating when he talks about it!To contact Mike:Website: http://www.forensiclean.co.uk/Charity Website: fatboyscharity.co.uk LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-rees-6823441b/overlay/contact-info/If you would like to contact me, you can visit my www.Scottmedia.uk or join my free Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/groups/prtribe

Send us a textI am pleased to welcome Dani and Hannah from the Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence team within the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner in Gloucestershire.  This week we are discussing the 16 days of action which aims to raise awareness of violence against women and girls. This campaign is running between the 25th of November and 10th December.  This episode does discuss domestic abuse that may be triggering for some.  If you, a friend, a family member or colleague need support please see below some organisations we discussed within the episode. Please also remember if you or someone you know is in immediate danger call 999. If you are local to Gloucestershire:Home - Gloucestershire Domestic Abuse Support Service (GDASS)Home | Gloucestershire Rape and Sexual Abuse CentreNational support:Refuge, the largest UK domestic abuse organisation for womenSARCs | Rape Crisis England & WalesStreet Support Network - Working together to tackle homelessnessProtection orders which are free to apply for:Apply for a non-molestation or occupation order: Form FL401 - GOV.UKSupport the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe and follow along on my social channels to always be kept up-to-date with new episodes. Social channels -Instagram - @notavingitthepodcastTikTok - @not.aving.ithttps://linktr.ee/notavingit

As of 24th September, zombie style knives and machetes are now banned under the new legislation. This strengthens the existing knife crime laws to take dangerous weapons off of the streets. This is one of the multiple measures from the Government. It is expected there will be tougher bans and restrictions of online sales and prevention methods to stop young people being drawn into a life of crime. Shine Radio caught up with Donna Jones, the Police and Crime Commissioner last month just before the announcement was made. She tells us what is happening in Hampshire.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We take a look at Tuesday's (15th October 2024) Full Council meeting of Portsmouth City Council. Should the council call on the government to think again about the Winter Fuel Allowance cuts? Should the council call on the government to prevent NHS dentists just shutting up shop leaving their patients without dental health care? Should the council ask Hants & IOW Police & Crime Commissioner to speed up DBS checks getting in the way of appointing PCC staff to support residents in need? Should PCC be investing more taxpayer's money into Portico (the council owned shipping company)? Full Agenda: https://democracy.portsmouth.gov.uk/ieListDocuments.aspx?MId=5327&x=1 Watch the council meeting in full at:https://youtu.be/HKrd5XKSTAs Links to specific motions available on www.pppodcast.uk

An impressive 10,300 responses was received to help with the next four years policing priorities. This plan sets the local strategic policing priorities for the Chief Constable for the next four years. One of the things to feature heavily is around road safety, which will be included in the plan to work with partners. Julie Butler speaks to Donna Jones, Hampshire Police and Crime Commissioner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some call it one of the trickiest jobs in the country. How do you stop the small boats trying to cross the English Channel and smash the smuggling gangs? The government has appointed Martin Hewitt to the role- he's leading the UK's new border security command. It's a tough job, so can he do it? Martin Hewitt is a former senior police officer and chair of the National Police Chiefs' Council. He is also the man who oversaw the policing of Covid lockdowns.Mark Coles has been speaking to some of his colleagues, former colleagues and the journalists who reported on him. Contributors Tim Smith - Chief Constable, Kent Police Danny Shaw - Former BBC Correspondent Festus Akinbusoye - Former Police and Crime Commissioner for Bedfordshire Ruth Turner - Senior Director at the Forward Institute Dal Babu – Former Chief Superintendent in the Metropolitan Police Vikram Dodd - Guardian Police and Crime Correspondent Production team Producers: Farhana Haider, Ben Morris, Ben Cooper, Michaela Graichen Editor: Richard Vadon Sound: Gareth Jones Production Co-ordinators: Sabine Schereck and Maria Ogundele

Work on the old Barclays Bank building has now commenced. It will take some time for it to look like a police station, but the plan is for the opening to be by late spring next year. Donna Jones, the Police and Crime Commissioner has confirmed the front counter will be open to start with for three days a week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First to the news that thousands of anti-racism protesters gathered in cities and towns across England last night. They were rallying in response to a week of anti-immigration rioting and racist violence, sparked by misinformation over the deadly stabbings in Southport on 29 July. Thousands of extra police officers had been deployed last night but the protests were largely peaceful with few serious incidents. Some of the largest gatherings were in north London, Brighton and Bristol. To discuss, Anita Rani is joined by Labour's Susan Dungworth, the Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner, and Aisha Gill, a Professor in Criminology, Head of the Centre for Gender and Violence Research at the University of Bristol. The British roots, blues and Americana rock sensation Elles Bailey is a real trailblazer: she's a mother, a label boss, an artist, a champion of women in music, and she has been inducted into the UKBlues Hall of Fame. She joins Anita to talk about her unique voice, her new album and to perform live in the studio.New figures released today suggest that children under two are present at 13% of police call outs to domestic abuse incidents in England, amounting to around 185,000 babies and toddlers. So what can the effect be on children of witnessing domestic abuse? And what can be done to overcome the trauma they could experience? We hear from Lauren Seager-Smith, CEO of the For Baby's Sake Trust and Dr Sheila Redfern, consultant clinical child and adolescent psychologist and Head of Family Trauma at Anna Freud, a world-leading mental health charity for children and families.New York Times bestselling author Abi Daré discusses her much-anticipated second novel, And So I Roar, which follows tenacious teenager Adunni and her fight for freedom in rural Nigeria.Presenter: Anita Rani Producer: Kirsty Starkey

A stabbing attack in the Southport area of Merseyside has, at the time of going to air, killed a number of children and critically injured others. Nuala McGovern is joined by BBC Home Affairs Correspondent Lauren Moss to give us the latest. She also hears from the Labour and Cooperative Party Police and Crime Commissioner for Merseyside, Emily Spurrell, and the Reverend Marie-Anne Kent on how the community are coming together to support each other. NB. The number of fatalities and injured was correct at the time of broadcast. For full updates head to the BBC News website. Irita Marriott says she is one of very few women in the UK to own an auction house. She's the subject of a new documentary that follows her setting up her business and discovering personal stories along with antiques. She joins Nuala to talk about what it's like to be a woman in the industry and why she loves it so much. Many of us will have been enjoying watching some coverage of the Olympics in Paris. But is that coverage occasionally sexist? The head of the Olympic Broadcasting Service has asked that camera operators avoid sexist filming of sporting events. This comes as a commentator for the channel Eurosport has been removed after making sexist remarks about Australia's female swimmers. Dr Andrea Geurin, Professor of sport business, marketing and communication at Loughborough University, joins Nuala to discuss. In the last of our series on the hobbies that you've taken up again after years, our reporter Sarah Swadling speaks to a woman who rediscovered her passion for drama and joined the village panto. Have you seen a lot of orange around recently? The fake tan is back – but it's apparently now better than before - more sophisticated. Celebrities are sporting the bronzed look, and sales of fake tan are up – but why has it returned? And is it actually good for you? Nuala is joined by Assistant Editor of Femail Jessica Taylor to discuss. Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Lottie Garton

Victims of Crime Commissioner Fiona McCormack has weighed in on the news prisoners, who were in prison during COVID, will have time taken off their sentence due to good behaviour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosted by Ab Fab this special is Cheshire Matters coverage of the Police and Crime Commissioner Declaration 04.05.24. This is a must watch for everyone worldwide but also residents in Cheshire, MPs, counils and Councillors in Cheshire and all other public officials (in case we don't survive another week in the UK). Hope all public officials in authority are enhanced DBS checked? Cheshire Matters will be checking up on you. You don't really know who in public office you can trust these days!!!!!!! Join us for our often humorous but sometimes serious commentary and insights on these subjects and more from the best digital pub with the best and most deliciously witty digital pub landlord in the UK (the guest panellists, apart from Stats and the Gazelle, are extremely minor entities along for the ride). Opening Music - Moving ON © and ℗ JMN 2015 Another absolutely brilliant (and we mean absolutely brilliant and better than anything else that jumps out of your phone from Cheshire and beyond) JMN production for Cheshire Matters.

Today's local news and information update from the volunteers at Petersfield's Shine Radio. Positive news for road users on the A272 through Stroud They are going Quackers for ducks in Clanfield Donna Jones has been re-elected as the Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.  …and we've got this week's results for East Hants Community Lottery. Gareth Boyes is on the news desk, Sacha brings you today's weather, and Vicki keeps us updated with the local travel situation. To share your news email team@shineradio.uk or call 01730 555 500. You make it shine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Gillingham woman who has spent almost 20 years stuck in just one room of her home has told the podcast she often wishes she went to sleep and didn't wake up.Illa Smyth struggled with her mobility after skiing and horseriding accidents and now weighs 35 stone. She's paid tribute to her loving husband and she describes her quality of life.Also in today's episode, a woman's facing life in prison after being found guilty of murdering a pub landlord in Maidstone.Stephanie Langley, 54 from Wilsons Lane in East Farleigh, stabbed her ex-brother-in-law Matthew Bryant to death at the Hare and Hounds last September.Figures seen by KentOnline show 711 people crossed the Channel to Kent in 14 small boats yesterday.That's a record daily high this year and takes the total number of asylum seekers who've made the journey since last Friday to more than 1,600.We get to vote for who we think should be Kent's Police and Crime Commissioner today.There are three candidates going for the role with the result declared on Sunday.Council elections are also happening in Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells - while two local Neighbourhood Plan Referendums are taking place in Pluckley and Chatham.An animal conservation centre near Ashford has announced a major new operation to save Lions from Ukraine.The animals are currently living at a site near Kyiv, but some of them have suffered from shellshock due to the bombings.A man who's walking from Manchester to Ibiza has now raised more than £20,000 for a Kent charity.Henry Moores has teamed up with nightclub owner Wayne Lineker, and will travel a total of 2,400 kilometres on foot.And in sport, Chatham Town are through to the Isthmian League Premier Division play-off finals.They beat Horsham on penalties in front of a sold-out stadium last night.

Plans for a an 8,000 seater stadium in north Kent have been approved.It is the centre piece of a major development on brownfield land in Northfleet which also includes houses, shops, medical services and community venues.Also in today's episode, another person has been arrested over the deaths of five people as they tried to cross the Channel to Kent.Figures show 900 asylum seekers have made the dangerous journey since Friday.Bungalow owners in Dymchurch say they feel like they are living in a box after new houses we're built behind their gardens Residents in Hythe Road say they have been let down by council and have called for the two-storey properties to be demolished.Council bosses say plans are underway to bring back a ferry service between Gravesend and Tilbury.It has been a month since it stopped running and businesses in the town centre say they have lost up to 30% of their trade.Controversial plans to redevelop Chatham Docks have been recommended for approval.The idea is to demolish the existing warehouses on the site and build a new business campusAnd voting will take place tomorrow for Kent's Police and Crime Commissioner.Their job is to hold the chief constable to account and give a voice to the public.

25 women have been killed at the hands of men since January 1. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You wouldn't believe that we're recording this the day after the Victims of Crime Commissioner here in Victoria released her report titled ‘Silenced and Sidelined” which was a disturbing report/insight into how victims of crime are treated by the justice system – from their initial report to Police through to their experience in the court system and how we can improve that experience. It was disturbing reading. My guest today Tammy Casselson's story just highlights and confirms what the Victim of Crime Commission found in her report. What REALLY frustrates me is the fact that since 2016 there have been 7 reports into how victims are treated in the justice system and what can be done to improve their experience. With all due respect to Fiona McCormack, the Victims of Crime Commissioner, nothing seems to have changed. We just seem to be going round & round in circles. And Tammy's story is proof of that……………Tammy Casseslon had it all – or so it appeared. A carefree, happy childhood, happy upbringing, meets Mr Handsome, Mr Popular, Mr Nice Guy, Mr Life of the Party who also had a carefree happy childhood & happy upbringing. A happy life, right??!! Tammy & her husband had 2 adorable children and everything just seemed perfect. But behind closed doors Tammy didn't “have it all”. She was frightened. Her husband's behaviour was becoming more unpredictable – his bursts of anger, his yelling, his insults & his threats, not only towards her, but their children.Mr Handsome had become Mr Narcissist, Mr Abusive, Mr Vindictive, Mr Controlling, Mr Demeaning. Like so many other survivors of D&FV, Tammy made excuses for his behaviour, not recognising or understanding the seriousness of his increasingly violent behaviour. It wasn't until an ill-fated attempt at taking his own life and ending up in hospital, Tammy found the courage to leave. That's when she realised his abuse had included financial abuse & discovered their finances were in shatters, non-existent. He'd kept it secret from her that they had nothing – and Tammy and her children were homeless. But homelessness was a safer option than staying. How does a successful, educated professional woman with a background in counselling, psychology, & teaching become homeless?Tammy was dragged through the court system where all the games her husband could have played, he did – along with his legal representatives whom she felt belittled and intimidated by.Tammy's husband eventually did end his life but left a lot of heartache & “what ifs”. ‘What if' they could have tried some type of amicable reconciliation, ‘what if' their children & their father could have mended some of the damaged relationship, ‘what if' he'd sought some help – his death became a senseless void unable to be filled. All because he refused to seek help. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You wouldn't believe that we're recording this the day after the Victims of Crime Commissioner here in Victoria released her report titled ‘Silenced and Sidelined” which was a disturbing report/insight into how victims of crime are treated by the justice system – from their initial report to Police through to their experience in the court system and how we can improve that experience. It was disturbing reading. My guest today Tammy Casselson's story just highlights and confirms what the Victim of Crime Commission found in her report. What REALLY frustrates me is the fact that since 2016 there have been 7 reports into how victims are treated in the justice system and what can be done to improve their experience. With all due respect to Fiona McCormack, the Victims of Crime Commissioner, nothing seems to have changed. We just seem to be going round & round in circles. And Tammy's story is proof of that……………Tammy Casseslon had it all – or so it appeared. A carefree, happy childhood, happy upbringing, meets Mr Handsome, Mr Popular, Mr Nice Guy, Mr Life of the Party who also had a carefree happy childhood & happy upbringing. A happy life, right??!! Tammy & her husband had 2 adorable children and everything just seemed perfect. But behind closed doors Tammy didn't “have it all”. She was frightened. Her husband's behaviour was becoming more unpredictable – his bursts of anger, his yelling, his insults & his threats, not only towards her, but their children.Mr Handsome had become Mr Narcissist, Mr Abusive, Mr Vindictive, Mr Controlling, Mr Demeaning. Like so many other survivors of D&FV, Tammy made excuses for his behaviour, not recognising or understanding the seriousness of his increasingly violent behaviour. It wasn't until an ill-fated attempt at taking his own life and ending up in hospital, Tammy found the courage to leave. That's when she realised his abuse had included financial abuse & discovered their finances were in shatters, non-existent. He'd kept it secret from her that they had nothing – and Tammy and her children were homeless. But homelessness was a safer option than staying. How does a successful, educated professional woman with a background in counselling, psychology, & teaching become homeless?Tammy was dragged through the court system where all the games her husband could have played, he did – along with his legal representatives whom she felt belittled and intimidated by.Tammy's husband eventually did end his life but left a lot of heartache & “what ifs”. ‘What if' they could have tried some type of amicable reconciliation, ‘what if' their children & their father could have mended some of the damaged relationship, ‘what if' he'd sought some help – his death became a senseless void unable to be filled. All because he refused to seek help. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have the Matts ever been victim to a honeytrap? What is a 'Police and Crime Commissioner' and should we bin off first names for MP's? This and more discussed in this weeks Q&A.Exclusive listener offer >> https://www.theneweuropean.co.uk/2matts/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You wouldn't believe that we're recording this the day after the Victims of Crime Commissioner here in Victoria released her report titled ‘Silenced & Sidelined” which was a disturbing report/insight into how victims of crime are treated by the justice system – from their initial report to Police through to their experience in the court system & how we can improve that experience. It was disturbing reading. My guest today Tammy Casselson's story just highlights & confirms what the Victim of Crime Commission found in her report. What REALLY frustrates me is the fact that since 2016 there have been 7 reports into how victims are treated in the justice system & what can be done to improve their experience. With all due respect to Fiona McCormack, the Victims of Crime Commissioner, nothing seems to have changed. We just seem to be going round & round in circles. And Tammy's story is proof of that……………Tammy Casseslon had it all – or so it appeared. A carefree, happy childhood, happy upbringing, meets Mr Handsome, Mr Popular, Mr Nice Guy, Mr Life of the Party who also had a carefree happy childhood & happy upbringing. A happy life, right??!! Tammy & her husband had 2 adorable children & everything just seemed perfect. But behind closed doors Tammy didn't “have it all”. She was frightened. Her husband's behaviour was becoming more unpredictable – his bursts of anger, his yelling, his insults & his threats, not only towards her, but their children.Mr Handsome had become Mr Narcissist, Mr Abusive, Mr Vindictive, Mr Controlling, Mr Demeaning. Like so many other survivors of D&FV, Tammy made excuses for his behaviour, not recognising or understanding the seriousness of his increasingly violent behaviour. It wasn't until an ill-fated attempt at taking his own life & ending up in hospital, Tammy found the courage to leave. That's when she realised his abuse had included financial abuse & discovered their finances were in shatters, non-existent. He'd kept it secret from her that they had nothing – & Tammy & her children were homeless. But homelessness was a safer option than staying. How does a successful, educated professional woman with a background in counselling, psychology, & teaching become homeless?Tammy was dragged through the court system where all the games her husband could have played, he did – along with his legal representatives whom she felt belittled & intimidated by.Tammy's husband eventually did end his life but left a lot of heartache & “what ifs”. ‘What if' they could have tried some type of amicable reconciliation, ‘what if' their children & their father could have mended some of the damaged relationship, ‘what if' he'd sought some help – his death became a senseless void unable to be filled. All because he refused to seek help. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You wouldn't believe that we're recording this the day after the Victims of Crime Commissioner here in Victoria released her report titled ‘Silenced & Sidelined” which was a disturbing report/insight into how victims of crime are treated by the justice system – from their initial report to Police through to their experience in the court system & how we can improve that experience. It was disturbing reading. My guest today Tammy Casselson's story just highlights & confirms what the Victim of Crime Commission found in her report. What REALLY frustrates me is the fact that since 2016 there have been 7 reports into how victims are treated in the justice system & what can be done to improve their experience. With all due respect to Fiona McCormack, the Victims of Crime Commissioner, nothing seems to have changed. We just seem to be going round & round in circles. And Tammy's story is proof of that……………Tammy Casseslon had it all – or so it appeared. A carefree, happy childhood, happy upbringing, meets Mr Handsome, Mr Popular, Mr Nice Guy, Mr Life of the Party who also had a carefree happy childhood & happy upbringing. A happy life, right??!! Tammy & her husband had 2 adorable children & everything just seemed perfect. But behind closed doors Tammy didn't “have it all”. She was frightened. Her husband's behaviour was becoming more unpredictable – his bursts of anger, his yelling, his insults & his threats, not only towards her, but their children.Mr Handsome had become Mr Narcissist, Mr Abusive, Mr Vindictive, Mr Controlling, Mr Demeaning. Like so many other survivors of D&FV, Tammy made excuses for his behaviour, not recognising or understanding the seriousness of his increasingly violent behaviour. It wasn't until an ill-fated attempt at taking his own life & ending up in hospital, Tammy found the courage to leave. That's when she realised his abuse had included financial abuse & discovered their finances were in shatters, non-existent. He'd kept it secret from her that they had nothing – & Tammy & her children were homeless. But homelessness was a safer option than staying. How does a successful, educated professional woman with a background in counselling, psychology, & teaching become homeless?Tammy was dragged through the court system where all the games her husband could have played, he did – along with his legal representatives whom she felt belittled & intimidated by.Tammy's husband eventually did end his life but left a lot of heartache & “what ifs”. ‘What if' they could have tried some type of amicable reconciliation, ‘what if' their children & their father could have mended some of the damaged relationship, ‘what if' he'd sought some help – his death became a senseless void unable to be filled. All because he refused to seek help. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dorset Police & Crime Commissioner, David Sidwick, joins Blair on Community Now. First Broadcast: 13/03/2024

2024 will be an election year. We will have local elections in many constituencies, Police and Crime Commissioner elections and almost certainly a general election. Elaine Miller knows what's involved and explains all to WRN's Zoe in this conversation where you can hear about Elaine's experience of running in a by-election as an independent candidate.  If you have thought about running as a candidate yourself, Zoe and Elaine discuss how to go about it and how to access a pack that Elaine has put together to help women who decide to stand in local or general elections.  Hustings are where political candidates meet us – the electorate – and we get to quiz those candidates about their plans and what they think about the issues that matter to us. But someone has to organise them, and if there aren't any hustings in your area, maybe that could be you.   Zoe and Elaine talk about how to run a hustings and how to ask killer questions at any hustings you attend.  There has never been a more important time for women to be politically involved, whether that's running as a candidate, supporting a candidate or holding their local candidates to account.  So let's hear what Zoe and Elaine have to say. 

The Pro-Palestinian and Pro-Hamas terrorist mobs are turning up the heat! They're no longer content to carry placards and shout anti-Israel slogans, they're intimidating by violence! In London, they flashed “From the River to the Sea” on Big Ben at the moment Parliament was voting on a ceasefire resolution in a calculated attempt to stop MPs from voting to support Israel - and it worked! Enough MPs were in fear for their life - ending the session in chaos!In my work, as your Terrorist Therapist®, I often feel like Paul Revere on his midnight ride. But, instead of warning “The British are coming!” I've been warning you that “The Terrorists are coming!”and indeed they are here! It's bad enough that Radical Islamist migrants have flooded western Europe and turned it upside down. Now, they've gotten to the British government - which is even closer historically to America. Indeed, they've already been intimidating Biden on the campaign trail, threatening not to vote for him unless he takes a harder line on Israel!As the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan is also the Police and Crime Commissioner. You will hear how his childhood experiences, similar to those of Barack Obama, fueled his pro-Islamic decisions ever since he entered politics. So, it's no wonder he gave orders not to arrest the mob, even though they didn't have the required permission to flash anything on Big Ben, a British icon.  You will hear how Muslim clerics worldwide are unabashedly preaching, “No solution other than Jihad for the sake of Allah!” Israel, was just their first stop. In Gaza, the IDF recently found undelivered medicine for the hostages and copies of Mein Kampf. A Minneapolis man, who traveled to Middle East terrorist camps, came back with plans to blow up New York. Terrorists want global jihad and they're getting closer to it every day! 

It has been almost two years since the death of The Wanted star Tom Parker after he was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour in 2020 aged 33. His wife, Kelsey Parker, announced last month that, after a lot of reflection, it was time to take off her wedding rings. Kelsey joins Anita Rani in the Woman's Hour studio to discuss this decision and how she has dealt with her grief.What is the impact of 'sharenting' on the first generation of kids who grew up with it? Dorothy Koomson's new thriller, Every Smile You Fake, follows the daughter of a parenting influencer who has mysteriously disappeared. Anita speaks to Dorothy and Dr Emma Nottingham about sharenting and the proposed legislation in the US and France to regulate it.Tomorrow is the second anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Oksana Grytsenko is a Ukrainian playwright and freelance journalist covering the war for various newspapers including the Wall Street Journal. She joins Anita to discuss living in Ukraine two years into the war, what is acceptable to write about whilst living through a conflict and the opening of her play focused on a family of women living in a village occupied by Russian soldiers.The first Police and Crime Commissioner to take maternity leave, Emily Spurrell, joins us on the programme. On becoming pregnant, she realised no maternity provision existed for the role and took matters in to her own hands. She joins Anita alongside Tim Durrant, Programme Director at the Institute for Government, who's currently researching maternity leave provisions for elected officials. Presenter: Anita Rani Producer: Emma Pearce

The man who killed three people, and injured three others, has been sentenced to detention in a high-security hospital – with the judge saying he'll probably remain there for the rest of his life. Valdo Calocane fatally stabbed 19-year-olds Barnaby Webber and Grace O'Malley-Kumar and school caretaker Ian Coates in Nottingham in June last year. Speaking outside court, relatives of the victims criticised police, prosecutors and the NHS – saying they felt "let down" as Calocane's mental health issues were widely known. On the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson looks at what more could have been done to prevent the killings as he's joined by our communities correspondent Becky Johnson and Lisa Townsend, who is Conservative Police and Crime Commissioner for Surrey and mental health lead for the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners.Since recording this episode, Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust said the organisation had "robustly" reviewed its care of Calocane between May 2020 and September 2020. It added that it will continue to work with the police and health services to learn lessons. Podcast producer: Alex Edden Senior podcast producer: Annie Joyce Interviews producer: Melissa Tutesigensi-Charles Promotion producer: Jonathan Day Editor: Paul Stanworth

A five-year-old boy from Gravesend with a rare genetic condition is on life support in a London hospital after catching a cold. His mother says he is critically ill, but hopes he'll be home in time for Christmas. Also in today's podcast, it's a big day for the Prime Minister as he tries to get his Rwanda asylum plan through the commons. You can hear the thoughts of Ashford MP Damian Green who leads the One Nation group of around 100 conservative. There's been a clear warning from Kent's Police and Crime Commissioner - do not buy your children an e-scooter for Christmas.Matthew Scott says they are not legal on public roads, they're dangerous and a waste of money.Parents in Dartford are demanding answers about a park that's been closed for eight months, leaving children with nowhere to go.Baker Crescent park was shut for refurbishment in April, so residents have had to take youngsters one-and-a-half miles away to play. And, anxious residents fear for their "once-lovely" Ashford village as plans for hundreds more homes are revealed.Villagers say “complete overdevelopment” leaves them in danger of being swamped.

Suffolk's Police and Crime Commissioner, Tim Passmore, stressed the importance of the £1.4m awarded to tackle county lines and child exploitation in Suffolk. 

An interview with Tim Passmore, Suffolk Police and Crime Commissioner, after a police accountability and performance meeting, concerning shoplifting in Suffolk. Credit: Joao Santos

A rogue builder from Chatham who took money for jobs he never finished has been ordered to pay back more than £8,000.One of the people scammed by Oliver Hooper-Ross turned detective on Facebook to find other victims and make sure justice was served.Also in today's episode, Kent Police and Crime Commissioner has called for more prisons to be built to tackle current overcrowding.Matthew Scott says the system needs more capacity to deal with the number of charges being brought by officers.An engineer from Kent has been telling us how his apprenticeship has helped him in his career .Nick Letham is working at National Grid but says not many young people know the programmes are even an option.The first ever Youth Festival in Dover is taking place this half term.Future Foundry, which helps young people set up businesses and events, are taking over a large space in the Charlton Centre to stage eight days of activities.And in football, we've chatting to the Sheppey United captain after they made it through to the first round of the FA Cup.They beat Billericay on penalties on Tuesday night.

Callum, Dan and Nick Buckley discuss Do You Remember the Ukraine War? Police & Crime Commissioner for Greater Manchester, and They Have No Idea

Listen to an interview with Tim Passmore, Suffolk's Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC), concerning a new police front desk returning to Sudbury after seven years.

Part of the M20 in Kent was shut today as a huge manhunt for an escaped prisoner continued.Daniel Khalife managed to escape from Wandsworth jail in south London yesterday. It's led to Kent's police and crime commissioner calling for a full investigation into what happened.Also in today's podcast, the roof of a Kent theatre could need to be replaced after it was found to contain a potentially dangerous form of concrete.We've already been told the Orchard in Dartford will be closed until the end of the month while investigations take place. Hear from the council leader Jeremy Kite.We've got an update on Eurostar and whether they are ever going to stop at stations in Kent again.Trains haven't called at Ashford or Ebbsfleet international since the first Covid lockdown back in March 2020.KentOnline's Liane Castle has been to an important meeting about it in Ashford and reports back.It's Kent Test day for thousands of pupils across the county.The results will determine which children can apply for a place at a grammar school for next September. But some say the system is outdated and needs to be scrapped. We've been speaking to a campaigner.And, there are concerns Kent could lose millions of pounds as a result of the writers and actors strike going on in Hollywood.In a good year, film and tv production in Kent can bring in as much as £8 million to the local economy - but this year we'll see nowhere near that amount. We've been chatting to Gabrielle Lindemann from the Kent Film Office.

Ahead of PCC's Full Council meeting July 18th, we take a look at the agenda. Details of items on the discussion thread on the event.

Almost half of women in England and Wales don't trust the police enough to report a crime. That's according to a recent report from the Tony Blair Institute. How can the police regain women's trust? What needs to be done to fix the issue of public trust in the police overall? Anita speaks to the author of the report, Harvey Redgrave and the Conservative Police and Crime Commissioner for Sussex, Katy Bourne. As part of the Woman's Hour series about narcissistic mothers, we hear from a mother who is determined to change the patterns set up in her childhood; she wants to parent differently to her own mum, who she considers to be a narcissist. Reporter Ena Miller goes to meet Louise and Ed (their names have been changed), who are trying 'gentle parenting,' an approach that focuses on empathy, respect and boundaries, all of which were lacking in Louise's childhood.  Marita Cheng is a roboticist from Australia, who advocates to get more girls into technology. She has written a children's book memoir, where all the images were created using generative artificial intelligence. Marita joins Anita to explain why and how she did it. As the annual Flamenco Festival at Sadler's Wells Theatre in London draws to a close, we look at the enduring popularity of the dance and the wider growth in popularity of Latin music across the globe. Anita Rani talks to Belén Castres White, the technical director of the Flamenco Festival and also to Amaranta Wright who runs the Latino Life in the Park Festival, the largest of its kind in the UK. Presenter: Anita Rani Producer: Rebecca Myatt Studio manager: Giles Aspen

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Following the murder of Elle Edwards, Today's Amol Rajan discusses solutions to the problem of gang violence in Merseyside. Amol is joined by Emily Spurrell, the Police and Crime Commissioner for Merseyside, to examine what can be done to cut down on gun violence and organised crime. He then speaks to Sicarius McGrath, who runs a violence reduction consultancy, and was previously involved in gang related crime in Liverpool. Sicarius, who now advocates for gang violence reduction and offender rehabilitation, explains how he believes this sort of crime can be prevented.

The former Conservative Justice Secretary David Gauke, Labour's Police & Crime Commissioner for Northumbria Kim McGuinness, and former Metropolitan Police superintendent Dr Leroy Logan join Sam and Ayesha to try to work out how to revive our struggling justice system. The UK has some of the most crowded prisons in Europe, a chronic backlog of criminal cases, and police forces marred by scandal. So what would a new government need to do?The Power Test is a political podcast that asks if it really is all over for the Tories, and what Labour should do to win and change Britain for the better. With the help of invited guests, each week Sam Freedman and Ayesha Hazarika bring the biggest and most difficult political issues into focus and put fresh ideas to the test to see if they are capable of winning popular support and delivering real change in government.Follow @ThePowerTest on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThePowerTestFollow @AyeshaHazarika: https://twitter.com/ayeshahazarikaFollow @SamFreedman: https://twitter.com/SamfrSubscribe to The Power Test substack for all the latest developments: https://thepowertest.substack.com/For more information head to thepowertest.co.uk.The Power Test is a Tempo & Talker Production: tempotalker.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Born in Yorkshire to a working-class mining family – Lived in the Belgian Congo as a child his father was involved in the tobacco industry. Mick joined the City of London Police 1972 as a cadet and lived in the City Of London Section House at Bishopsgate. In march 1973 the IRA set a bomb at the Old Bailey Mick was used with the other cadets in the casualty bureau.In 1975 the Moorgate tube disaster took place- Cadet Margaret Lyles was in the carriage and had to be cut from the wreckage and sadly lost her leg. He was one of the first on the scene of the Daily Mirror shooting and witnessed the fallout of Operation CountrymanIn a fit of pique decided that he and 2 others would resign from the police, and drive to Australia in a VW Camper. They managed to get to Iran as the revolution was about to take place and had to fly back to the UK.After returning to the UK Mick applied to re-join the police but this time it was Essex. Mick discusses his time at Rochford and the impact of the Miners strike on him and his family.Mick continued his service with Essex Police and concluded his service as a temporary ACC.It was the diagnosis of his wife having breast cancer that was the motivator to retire from Essex Police. He attempted to become the Police and Crime Commissioner for Essex Police and narrowly missed winning the popular vote..Mick is now a key decision maker with Stockvale who own Southend leisure icons such as Adventure Island and the Sea life centre.Listen to Micks brilliant story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you or someone you know a male survivor of abuse or violence? You don't have to deal with it alone. Ask Marc is here to listen and provide specialized support for men living in the Black Country area of the UK. Developed by Black Country Women's Aid in consultation with male survivors, Ask Marc offers support around a range of issues, including rape and sexual violence, childhood sexual abuse, grooming and exploitation, domestic abuse, stalking, forced marriage, and honour-based violence. With funding from the Office of the West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner, Ask Marc works alongside police, community organizations, and local authorities to ensure survivors get the help they need. Don't suffer in silence - visit askmarc.org.uk to learn more about the services available and to get in touch with a trained specialist.#AskMarc #MaleSurvivors #Abuse #Violence #SpecializedSupport #BlackCountry #UK #EndAbuse #NoMoreSilence #SupportIsAvailable #YouAreNotAloneSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bcb. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hampshire & Isle of Wight, Deputy Police & Crime Commissioner - Terry Norton - returns to the show to answer questions about how residents' concerns about safety and response are being addressed.

  Kul Mahay has over 3 decades experience in the leadership space.  He works with organisations and leaders to develop powerful cultures of high value, and performance which is built all around their people.  Festus was elected as Police and Crime Commissioner for Bedfordshire in May 2021.  He has lived in Bedfordshire for ten years. Before being elected as Bedfordshire's Police and Crime Commissioner, he completed 400hrs of service as a Special Constable with Bedfordshire Police, including frontline response duties as an officer. During this chat with Kul, you'll hear about how to achieve true diversity, build relationships that matter, and start to understand when power should be used. _____________________________ ABOUT THE PODCAST SERIES During these shows, you‘ll hear Kul chatting with fellow leaders from around the world, who are recognised as being at the top of their game.  Together they‘ll explore what emotional intelligence in practice actually looks like, and the benefits it could bring to your teams. It‘s a movement to transform the way we see leadership, and to create powerful cultures where people feel seen, heard, valued and appreciated. Please join the movement and FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE to this Podcast. FOLLOW ► https://www.linkedin.com/in/kulmahay-leadership/

Almost 40 weddings due to take place at a hotel in Kent have been cancelled after bosses announced it is closing at the end of the month. Hear from reporter Sean McPolin who has been speaking to devastated couples who were due to get married at Hadlow Manor Hotel in Tonbridge. Also in today's podcast, figures Shelter show Dartford and Swale have some of the highest homelessness rates in the south east. Across both areas, more than 1,600 people are living on the streets or in temporary accommodation. Ambulance workers in Kent have been striking again today. It's the second time members of the GMB Union have walked out in a dispute over pay and conditions. A new report out today suggests one in six police officers in Kent are planning to resign in the next two years. 80% of staff who responded to a survey say they are unhappy with current pay, and the vast majority don't feel respected by the government. We have reaction from Kent's Police and Crime Commissioner. An independent art school in Kent, that's described as being a major community asset, is just weeks away from having to close. The Margate School is Thanet's largest creative art provider and has been told it needs to raise £50,000 by the end of the month. We've been speaking to their director. Hear from a Kent farmer who's calling on the government to provide more clarity over new plans to encourage environmentally friendly projects. And in sport, Gillingham have made their first January signing - and second under new owner Brad Galinson. Find out who's joining the squad at Priestfield and what's being done to encourage more fans along.

It's confirmed nurses will strike before the end of the year in a dispute over pay. Nick takes your calls and reactions. Also, will reporter Charlotte Lynch get an apology for the arrest deemed 'not necessary?' Police and Crime Commissioner for Hertfordshire, David Lloyd, joins live. Finally, Matt Hancock made his 'I'm a Celeb' debut last night and Nick chats to ex. 'King of the Jungle' Christopher Biggins! Jam packed show and not one to miss.

In this episode we will be looking at the office of the Police and Crime Commissioner or PCC. Brought in to replace the old police authorities and make Chief Constables more accountable. But has it worked? We will be looking at this and providing our opinions. The Thin Blue Line podcast in partnership with Policing TV, the leading policing media channel.

Roy Wilsher OBE QFSM is head of HM Inspector of Constabulary and HM Inspector of Fire & Rescue Services.Roy began his career in the Fire Service in 1981, in North London before rising through several positions from Senior Divisional Fire Safety Officer, lead for the restructure of London Fire Brigade, Assistant Commissioner for Fire Safety in London, deputy chief and then chief for Hertfordshire & was also Chief Executive for Hertfordshire's Police and Crime Commissioner.Roy was appointed as the first Chair of the National Fire Chiefs Council before taking on his current role as well as being a member of the Expert Panel and advising the government following the Grenfell tragedy. Listen to every episode & Debrief ever made, get full access to discounts, insider info & support the ongoing work of the podcast by clicking HEREA big thanks to our partners for supporting this episode.William Wood WatchesHAIX FootwearRosenbauerDuty Crew CoffeePlease subscribe to the podcast on YoutubeEnter our monthly giveaways on the following platformsFacebookInstagramGet notified of each Podcast episode as soon as they come out by clicking HERE