Joy Allen
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Why PCC Joy Allen is urging abuse survivors to seek support when ready
PCC Joy Allen explains, in her own words, why she is welcoming a new national website developed to bring together information about specialist support, reporting abuse and the options for reviewing previously closed cases.
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PCC reports progress on crime plan across County Durham and Darlington
County Durham PCC Joy Allen reports better victim support, crime prevention and policing, with fewer call waits and offences across Durham and Darlington.
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Sexual violence support expanded for young people in Durham and Darlington
RSACC will continue County Durham and Darlington’s ISVA sexual violence service under a new contract, expanding support for children and young people.
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'No warnings and no second chances' as police get new powers to seize off-road bikes
Durham PCC Joy Allen welcomes new powers allowing police to seize cars, e-scooters, off-road bikes and motorcycles used for anti-social driving.
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County Durham victims' champion welcomes £195,000 funding but warns more is needed
County Durham PCC Joy Allen welcomes £195,000 for victims affected by prisoners’ early release, but warns chronic underfunding means more support is needed.
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Durham PCC Joy Allen urges ministers to follow Northern Ireland driving reforms
PCC Joy Allen explains, in her own words, why she continues to urge Ministers to follow in the footsteps of Northern Ireland and introduce graduated driver licensing to England
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Off-road bikes across Durham and Darlington face the crusher in police crackdown
A new crackdown across Durham and Darlington will see vehicles linked to crime and antisocial behaviour crushed, not auctioned.
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Fires, smashed glass and vandalism spark safety fears at County Durham leisure centre
Safety fears have been raised after vandalism, fires and smashed glass were reported at Meadowfield Leisure Centre, prompting extra police patrols and security measures.
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Spennymoor E-biker who crashed into car tried to run from police despite losing shoe
A County Durham motorcyclist has been handed a suspended prison sentence after taking police on a joyride across pavements and through red lights.
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Durham police and crime commissioner welcomes overhaul of rape court process
PCC Joy Allen welcomes specialist rape and serious sexual offence courts across England and Wales, with private spaces, fixed trial dates and trauma-informed support
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Darlington MP says women need more help to tackle violence amid national 'epidemic'
Darlington women and girls need more help to tackle violence, the town's MP has warned, as police figures reveal thousands of sexual offences across the region.
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PCC Joy Allen vows to tackle illegal off-road bike menace
PCC Joy Allen explains, in her own words, why she is determined to tackle the menace of illegal off-road bikes which are causing harm and nuisance to communities and the countryside.
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Jailed former North East police officer accused of sending sexual video while on duty
A former Northumbria police officer convicted of controlling or coercive behaviour faces a misconduct hearing over claims he sent a sexual video while on duty.
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Durham investigative hub saves £809,000 and frees 1,080 staff hours annually - report
A new County Durham investigative hub has saved more than £800,000 and returned thousands of policing hours to frontline duties, a report says.
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More than 70 illegal bikes and e-scooters crushed in Darlington police crackdown
More than 70 illegal bikes and e-scooters seized from Darlington streets have been crushed in a crackdown on anti-social and criminal behaviour.
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How reporting crime helps police protect communities in Durham - PCC Joy Allen
PCC Joy Allen explains, in her own words, why it is so important to report a crime and how it will assist in the understanding of what is happening and where action is needed, write Durham Police and Crime Commission Joy Allen
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Why I am investing in a safer County Durham countryside - PCC Joy Allen
PCC Joy Allen explains, in her own words, why she continues to invest in Safer Countryside initiatives so that rural communities receive the same…
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Durham police commissioner hails ‘sweeping progress’ after 26 officers join patrols
Durham PCC Joy Allen hails ‘sweeping progress’ in 2025/26 report, with 26 extra officers, £1m hotspot policing and support for 4,500 victims in…