Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner

3 days ago

📞 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝘂𝗱 – 𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗕𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗢𝘂𝘁

Courier fraud is still affecting communities, with criminals posing as police or bank staff to pressure people into handing over cash, cards or personal details.

🚨 Remember:
Your bank or the police will never ask you to withdraw money, share your PIN, or hand anything to a courier.

🛑 Stop and think:
Unexpected calls asking for urgent action
Requests for secrecy
Someone sent to collect money or valuables

✅ Hang up, verify using a trusted number, and speak to someone you trust.

💻 Learn more about spotting courier fraud:

👉 www.derbyshire.police.uk/advice/advice-and-information/fa/fraud/personal-fraud/courier-fraud/

📣 Report fraud at reportfraud.actionfraud.police.uk or call 101

#SaferAndStrongerTogether #DerbyshireOPCC #DeliveringForDerbyshire ... See MoreSee Less

Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner

4 days ago

𝗗𝗲𝗿𝗯𝘆𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗱𝘆 𝘀𝗰𝗿𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘆 🎖

Derbyshire has secured a prestigious national award for the outstanding quality of its Independent Custody Visiting (ICV) scheme.

The scheme, managed by Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner Nicolle Ndiweni-Roberts, has received a ‘platinum’ award – the highest possible grade in the Independent Custody Visiting Association’s (ICVA) Quality Assurance Framework.

The accolade positions Derbyshire among the best performing ICV schemes in the country and fulfils a key promise by the PCC who vowed shortly after her election in 2024 to push for ‘platinum’ status.

Independent Custody Visitors (ICVs) perform vital scrutiny duties on behalf of the PCC, conducting unannounced visits to police custody suites to speak to detainees to check they are being treated fairly and that their entitlements are being met.

They also inspect the conditions of cells and custody accommodation to ensure they meet standards and review custody records to ensure staff are complying with their responsibilities, especially in relation to those who are young or vulnerable.

Issues are raised in electronic reports sent to the PCC’s office for action.

To achieve ‘platinum’ status, ICV schemes must meet more than 25 rigorous criteria, demonstrating an outstanding standard of service that goes above and beyond basic custody visiting and volunteer management requirements. They must also be formally assessed and verified by ICVA leadership to ensure they are performing at an exceptional level.

A link to the full release is available in the comments ⤵

#SaferAndStrongerTogether #DeliveringForDerbyshire #DerbyshireOPC ... See MoreSee Less

Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner

5 days ago

As we reach the business end of the World Cup, our pubs and bars are buzzing with fans watching every kick, tackle and penalty.

The atmosphere is incredible. But with bigger crowds and later nights, means there are more people in the night-time economy, increasing the risks linked with drug dealing and substance misuse, especially for young people.

That’s why we are promoting the work of Pubwatch across Derby and Derbyshire to keep the night enjoyable for all. Pubwatch venues are taking a united, zero tolerance approach: trained staff, shared intelligence, and network wide bans for anyone dealing or using drugs.

With packed venues and high stakes games, it’s more important than ever to look out for your mates, report anything that doesn’t feel right, and challenge the culture that treats drug use as “part of a big night out”.

Enjoy the football, celebrate responsibly, and help us make sure the only drama this World Cup is on the pitch.

#SaferAndStrongerTogether #DerbyshireOPCC #DeliveringForDerbyshire ... See MoreSee Less