Safer Streets Event in Oadby & Wigston Friday, 22 November, 2024 We held a Safer Streets Event in Oadby & Wigston on 15 November when we handed out home security equipment such as window alarms, video door bells and light timer switches to a carefully selected range of residents. Find out more in this video. now with subtitles. Local News
PCC cuts the ribbon on new home for Uppingham police officers 6th December 2022 Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Police and Crime Commissioner Rupert Matthews has officially opened a new police base in Uppingham giving Rutland’s police... Local News
PCC funds new safety cameras following East Leicester disorder 6th December 2022 New CCTV cameras are to be installed in East Leicester as part of a plan to boost safety and deter crime following recent disorder. Leicester, Leicestershire... Local News
Police and Crime Panel confirms the appointment of Rob Nixon as ChiefConstable 25th November 2022 Rob Nixon has been confirmed as Leicestershire Police’s new Chief Constable following a meeting of the area’s Police and Crime Panel. Members wholeheartedly... Local News
New funding boost announced to help tackle demand for victim support services 19th November 2022 Charities and non-profit organisations that support the recovery of victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence are being invited to bid for funding to help... Local News
Commissioner welcomes new reforms to recover millions more from illegal gains 19th November 2022 Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Police and Crime Commissioner Rupert Matthews has welcomed new reforms making it easier for criminal justice agencies to... Local News
Leicestershire Police reaches its highest number of female officers 14th November 2022 The proportion of women serving as police officers in Leicestershire has reached its highest level * following a huge recruitment programme. Leicester... Local News
Rupert Matthews welcomes £6.6 million of Conservative Government funding to level up access to arts and cultural organisations in Leicester City 6th November 2022 Leicester City is set to benefit from funding from the Conservative Government, with £130 million being provided to level up access to arts and cultural... Local News
Commissioner packs a punch with boxing legend in opening of new gym 30th October 2022 Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Police and Crime Commissioner Rupert Matthews joined boxing legend Rendall Munroe and civic leaders at the grand opening... Local News
New campaign underway to recruit custody welfare volunteers 29th October 2022 A new cohort of volunteers are wanted to help the counties' Police and Crime Commissioner Rupert Matthews maintain top standards across the force's custody... Local News