Global acknowledgement for pioneering women’s safety initiative Monday, 18 September, 2023 A pioneering training package for all taxi and private hire drivers in Northamptonshire that aims to help keep women safe on nights out has been shortlisted for an international award. The online tutorial is currently being rolled out in both North and West Northamptonshire Council areas – to help taxi and private hire drivers spot signs that women may be in danger. Drivers already play a big role... Local News
Survival day training with CIRV team helps guide young people on cusp of gang involvement 17th August 2022 Early intervention with young people is a key priority when it comes to preventing children going down a dangerous pathway in life. It is a key strand in the... Local News
Commissioner’s grant to help Northants Litter Wombles continue neighbourhood clean-ups 2nd August 2022 Northamptonshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Stephen Mold has awarded Northants Litter Wombles a grant of almost £2,700 – to fund additional litter... Local News
More Safer Streets funds for the county 1st August 2022 Northamptonshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Stephen Mold has been awarded almost £1.2 million from the Home Office after two successful bids to the... Articles
Even More Bobbies back on the beat 25th March 2021 A major new focus on local policing in Northamptonshire will more than double the number of neighbourhood police constables. Articles
Smoke hoods help in Northampton fire rescue 1st March 2021 New smoke hoods that are now on every fire engine in the county have already proven a great investment. The hoods offer a one-time use for 15 minutes of... Local News
Inspectors praise pandemic response 1st March 2021 Northamptonshire Fire & Rescue Service has won praise for its ‘positive contribution’ to the community during the coronavirus pandemic. The service has... Local News
Fire crews step up in support 1st March 2021 Firefighters and fire staff have played a huge part in helping colleagues in the emergency services – by becoming ambulance drivers. Craig Smith... Local News
Paying for police and fire service next year 1st March 2021 Northamptonshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Stephen Mold is asking for increases in police and fire precepts to ensure both emergency services continue... Local News
Wellingborough, Kettering, Northampton share £1.3 million for crime fighting projects 8th January 2021 Areas in Wellingborough, Kettering and Northampton have been chosen to receive a major funding boost to tackle acquisitive crime, such as burglary, vehicle... Articles
