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There has to be zero tolerance to spiking

PCC Joy Allen explains in her own words why spiking, in all its forms, must be treated with the seriousness it deserves.  

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January 16, 2026
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£60,000 funding boost to support women across County Durham and Darlington

Four specialist providers have been awarded funding to deliver community-based, trauma-informed support for women aged 18 and over

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January 12, 2026
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PCC welcomes new shake up of driving laws but says they must go further

PCC Joy Allen has welcomed the launch of a new national Road Safety Strategy setting out unprecedented action to save lives on the UK’s roads

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January 7, 2026
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Keeping Safe Online in the Age of AI: How We Can All Protect Ourselves from Fraud

PCC Joy Allen explains in her own words why everyone needs to be vigilant and protect themselves against fraud

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January 5, 2026
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