Police and Crime Commissioner Michael Lane says he has gained significant public support for his proposed increase in the policing element of the council tax of £2 per month (for a Band D household) to support local policing.
With the proposed increase to the council tax precept for policing, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight can look forward to 200 new police officers, 60 Police Staff Investigators and and a course for new PCSOs.
This partnership will ensure that hundreds of professionals across the region are better able to support young people who are potentially vulnerable and at risk.
Send your questions or concerns to the Police and Crime Commissioner, as he challenges the Chief Constable on police priorities, and concerns of the public.
The Isle of Wight Youth Trust and Citizen Advice Bureau have both received grants from the Police and Crime Commissioner for project aimed at preventing offending and support for victims.
Research has shown that incidents of domestic abuse rise when England Play during World Cup. A campaign to raise awareness of the signs of an unhealthy relationship has been launched.
Michael Lane says he recognises the contribution volunteers make in keeping our communities safer and thanks them for the time they give up to make a difference to the lives of others.
Frankie Workers support some of the most vulnerable victims of sexual crime by offering specialist counselling at an early stage to prevent trauma developing into poor mental health.
To mark Mental Health Awareness Week, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Youth Commission launches an art competition to raise awareness of and to understand perceptions of mental health.
Highlights: 160 officer roles kept (across Hampshire); Armed response officers increasing; More Tasers and spit hoods; Marine unit protected for now. Much more detail inside.
As part of his Hate Crime Strategy, Police and Crime Commissioner Michael Lane has provided funding for the innovative and successful Heartstone Odyssey project to be available in 40 schools across the Hampshire policing area.
A Youth Commission member asks how they can be taught to keep safe, have better physical, emotional and mental health if the adults around them do not fully understand the world they are growing up in.