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๐ŸšจPolice & Crime Commissioner for Thames Valley | ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง The Union | ๐Ÿ—ฝ Liberty | ๐Ÿ’ท Free-markets | ๐Ÿšœ Countryside | ๐Ÿ’™ Conservative | ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ง Husband&Father

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2 months
๐Ÿ‘ฎ #Crimefighters Doubling the number of neighbourhood police officers in @ThamesVP . There are now more than 5,000 police officers in Thames Valley - more than ever before! โœ… Cut 101 waiting times โœ… More police โœ… Visible hotspot patrols Read more โžก๏ธ
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๐ŸšจBREAKING๐Ÿšจ Big news from @SuellaBraverman at #policeconf22 , announcing an end to โ€œdegree-onlyโ€ entry routes into policing. An important change Iโ€™ve been calling for which will enable @ThamesVP to recruit the best #crimefighters for our community.
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I am one of the 16 Police & Crime Commissioners calling for permanent changes to the recruitment regime for police officers. Police forces should have flexibility to make better local choice and recruit from a wide range of backgrounds. ๐Ÿ—ž๏ธ๐Ÿ‘ฎ๐Ÿปโ€โ™€๏ธ @Telegraph @charleshymas
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51 year old arrested in Witney for sexual offences is male: Last week, a child was reported missing and later subjected to a serious sexual assault in Oxfordshire. My greatest concern is for the victim and ensuring they receive the support they need andโ€ฆ
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2 years
The wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle took place #OnThisDay in 2018 at St George's Chapel, Windsor, with an estimated global audience of 1.9 billion. The event was protected by @ThamesVP in its largest ever operation to date.
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Earlier this month I spoke about about the need for clarity and accuracy following a case of sexual assault in Oxfordshire. The debate about the recording of sex and gender has remained in the spotlight following the conviction and sentencing of the vile murderer Scarlet Blake.โ€ฆ
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3 years
Big thanks to all of the @ThamesVP officers assisting @DC_Police in ensuring the #G7Summit2021 takes place safely. ๐Ÿ™
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๐ŸงตThereโ€™s a video circulating on social media which many will have seen showing @metpoliceuk officers struggling to detain a suspect until backup arrived. Lots of comment about police tactics, officer conduct and experience - of course we can all have a view on these things, but
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Crowdsourcing for my daughterโ€™s maths homework, please help... Sheโ€™s producing a tally and bar chart of peopleโ€™s favourite meals. Please let me know your favourite... 1) Fish & chips ๐ŸŸ 2) Pizza ๐Ÿ• 3) Roast dinner ๐Ÿฅฉ 4) Curry ๐Ÿ› 5) Barbecue ๐Ÿ— 6) Pasta ๐Ÿ
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3 years
Thank you to everyone for the their votes and their support. Honoured to have been elected as @TV_PCC . I pledge to work tirelessly for every community in Berks, Bucks, MK and Oxon to deliver My Plan for Thames Valley. The real work starts here!
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New this yearโ€ฆ introducing police cats! ๐Ÿšจ๐Ÿˆโ€โฌ›
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3 years
Congratulations to @TVP8339 SI Adegbola from @ThamesVP for winning the National Special Constable of the Year at the Lord Ferrers Awards at Lancaster House. A huge thanks to Emem for his fantastic work and the efforts of all his @TVP_Specials colleagues! ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ฎโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ†
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Abandoning your child in a pushchair to physical attack a police officer going about their duty. I am all for challenging the police when they get things wrong, but the police are not the enemy. The only people who are the enemies of the police are criminals, and
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This isnโ€™t just about supporting the police, is it about upholding the rule of law and a safe and stable society.
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Thames Valley PCC criticises force over gender description of defendant
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11 months
upholding the law is in all our interests. The old adage that the public are the police and the police are the public isnโ€™t just a quaint saying. There is a real truth underlying it that we ignore at our peril. Instead we see bystanders filming events for social media clicks
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4 years
In Poland #OnThisDay in 1943, the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising began, after German troops entered the Ghetto to round up the remaining Jews. The uprising lasted a month during which around 13,000 Jews died, the remainder being transferred to Majdanek and Treblinka concentration camps.
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thereโ€™s a bigger concern in my view. As citizens in what we hope is an ordered society, we all have an interest in the rule of law. Without putting ourselves in undue danger we all have a duty to assist the police. Not just be a thatโ€™s what the common law says but because
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2 years
โ€œI believe Rishi is best placed to support the police in the fight against crime and as PM I believe he will have the grip to deliver across Government. I welcome his tough stance on illegal drugs, his commitment to a fairer funding formula for policing.โ€ @RishiSunak #Ready4Rishi
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11 months
while those paid to protect us struggle to deal with someone resisting arrest. Apathy is the challenge that perhaps affects the larger number (and for me is actually more worrying) but clearly for some thereโ€™s clearly an assumption that the police are automatically in the wrong.
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they are the enemies of all of us. The police benefit from being held to account. Most people in the real world still support the police in what they do. On the latter point there is a lot more the Met and policing generally can do to engender trust. Certainly in
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The Ashmolean Museum in Oxford, opened #OnThisDay in 1683 as the world's first university museum. @AshmoleanMuseum
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Matthew Barber
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Thames Valley I am determined to rebuild confidence through my #Crimefighters strategy, but if as a society we chose to sit back and watch (or film), whether that is in real life or as a spectator on social media then we have a much bigger problem.
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Matthew Barber
6 months
Delighted to have been reselected to stand again as Police & Crime Commissioner in next year's election. Thanks to colleagues for their support. Lots of work to do between now and then but look forward to continuing to seek to improve policing on behalf of the public.
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Matthew Barber
2 years
Appalling to see a protest in MK earlier today escalate into something much uglier. Spoken to @ThamesVP officers this evening to discuss the police response & understand what was also taking place off camera. Criminal offences WILL be investigated & appropriate action taken. 1/3
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Matthew Barber
4 years
The results are in! ๐Ÿ“Š ๐Ÿ† Roast is still the nationโ€™s favourite according to a five year olds entirely unscientific crowdsourced research. Thank you for the thousands of responses. Sheโ€™s delighted! #funmaths #favouritefood @manorprep
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Matthew Barber
2 years
A big day for @ThamesVP today. Final interviews taking place to select a new Chief Constable to take on the role from next April. Iโ€™ll announce the result tomorrow morning.
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Matthew Barber
3 years
Airey Neave, Member of Parliament for Abingdon, was killed by a car bomb as he exited the Palace of Westminster #OnThisDay in 1979. The Irish National Liberation Army claimed responsibility.
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Matthew Barber
5 years
The work starts now! Iโ€™m honoured to have been adopted as the @Conservatives candidate to become @TV_PCC in next yearโ€™s elections. Thank you to everyone who supported me, Iโ€™m looking forward to repaying that trust by working tirelessly for the people of the Thames Valley.
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2 years
After meeting with my Chief Constable this morning looking at @ThamesVP Force performance it was nice to meet some of the newest recruits to @HantsTVPolDogs . Meet TPD Cooper and TPD TJ! ๐Ÿพ Amazing animals that will grow up to be an invaluable support to their human colleagues.
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Matthew Barber
4 years
Shocking events in Reading this evening. Please avoid the #ForburyGardens area. @ThamesVP are on the scene along with other emergency services and an investigation is underway. Thoughts are with those affected and their families. #rdguk
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4 years
Friday night in Didcot and all is eerily quiet. Out with @ThamesVP this evening, thank you to everyone who is complying with the instructions to #stayathome you really will #savelives !
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Matthew Barber
2 years
Spent some time this evening with @ThamesVP and @BTPOxon at Oxford station talking about how officers are deploying proactively to tackle predatory behaviour in the night time economy. #ProjectVigilant
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Matthew Barber
4 years
The horrific attack in Reading yesterday has now been declared a terrorist incident. Iโ€™ve spoken to @TerrorismPolice who are now leading the investigation. Thoughts are with those who have lost loved ones & huge thanks to the @ThamesVP officers who responded so quickly & bravely.
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Matthew Barber
3 years
๐Ÿ“ข Really pleased to announce that today Cath Marriott takes up her new role as @TV_PCC Head of Partnerships & Community Safety. In this role Cath will work closely with local councils, businesses, charities and @ThamesVP on crime prevention and projects to reduce reoffending.
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Matthew Barber
2 years
Today I joined Lissie Harper at House of Commons to mark the passing of #HarpersLaw which comes into force today, introducing tougher sentences for those who kill emergency service workers in the line of duty. Thanks to @KieranMullanUK for his support of the campaign.
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Matthew Barber
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Shocking scenes in the centre of Reading today. Huge thanks to @RBFRSofficial , @SCAS999 and @TVP_Reading for their response. As I understand it, two people have been taken to hospital suffering from smoke inhalation, hopefully no further injuries are suffered. ๐Ÿ”ฅ
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Matthew Barber
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Great to meet the latest recruit to @TVP_horses this afternoon. Introducing Police Horse Viktor. The Mounted Section do a fantastic job supporting local policing as well as providing an invaluable role at public order events and providing mutual aid to forces across the country.
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Matthew Barber
6 years
A tragic few days on @ThamesVP roads. For most driving is an essential part of life but we canโ€™t lose sight of the dangers when things go wrong. Thoughts are with @tvprp who are always on hand to deal with traumatic instances & do their best to keep our three counties moving.
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4 years
Iโ€™ve written to the Lord Chancellor @MoJGovUK asking him to look at this case. Incredible that anyone found guilty in these circumstances should serve less than 1/5 of their sentence in a closed prison. Must be wider review of how sentences are carried out. @PSUMedicCop @TVPFED
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Matthew Barber
5 years
As we await the demolition of the final three cooling towers at Didcot A power station we should all take a moment to remember the men who lost their lives in the boiler house collapse and the horrific task of emergency workers and others in recovering the bodies & investigating.
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Matthew Barber
5 years
The shocking murder of PC Andrew Harper is a tragedy that will appal the public across the country. Thoughts and prayers for his family, friends and colleagues. A reminder of the bravery of all our police officers and the risks they bear every day to protect the public.
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1 year
Absolutely ridiculous. As a Detective she doesnโ€™t wear uniform and I doubt anyone would have made a similar point about a male detective wearing a suit! A complex investigation being further complicated by often ghoulish media comments. Hereโ€™s another prime example!
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Detective Superintendent Rebecca Smith at press conference yesterday - skin tight navy dress, stilettos, poker straightened hair - whatever happened to a cop uniform! Or is she auditioning for Love Island for midlifers. Show some respect for a missing mother!
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Matthew Barber
5 years
Last week I met @BorisJohnson at @10DowningStreet to discuss police funding and how @ThamesVP can deliver our share of the additional 20,000 pledged by the government. Iโ€™d love to hear your view about crime in the Thames Valley. Have your say at
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Matthew Barber
3 years
The Britannia Bridge - across the Menai Strait between the island of Anglesey and the mainland of Wales - designed by Robert Stephenson, was completed #OnThisDay in 1850 when Stevenson himself fitted the last rivet.
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Matthew Barber
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I'm asking for your support to continue the work to keep Thames Valley safe. On Thursday 2nd May you decide who will be your Police & Crime Commissioner. ๐Ÿ—ณ๏ธ The next PCC will be responsible for a budget of over ยฃ584m and holding the Chief Constable to account on your behalf.
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3 years
84 hours after the polls closed, the votes are finally about to start being counted! Many hours still to go I fear!
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Matthew Barber
29 days
So how did that happen? All of a sudden thereโ€™s a teenager in the house! #OnThisDay in 2011 our wonderful daughter, Emily, arrived, and it makes me feel incredibly proud (and old) to see what a wonderful young woman sheโ€™s becoming. #HappyBirthday
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Matthew Barber
2 years
The policing operation in Windsor over the next few days will be the largest in Thames Valley Policeโ€™s history. Whilst paying tribute to Her Late Majesty officers from @ThamesVP will be joined by officers from across the UK to ensure the public can pay their respects safely.
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๐ŸŒง A soggy start, but good luck to the @TVPFED and @Hantspolfed riders joining the @PolUnityTourUK this morning. ๐Ÿšดโ€โ™‚๏ธ ๐Ÿ‘ฎ๐Ÿผโ€โ™‚๏ธRiding in memory of those who lost their lives protecting the public and raising funds for @UK_COPS to support survivors. ๐Ÿ’ท Donate at:
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I've written to the Secretary of State for the Environment, joining the call for tougher penalties for fly-tipping, inc... ๐Ÿ’ท Increase fine for large scale offenders to ยฃ50k ๐Ÿšš Stronger powers to destroy vehicles involved in fly-tipping ๐Ÿ—‘๏ธ National waste crime offenders list
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4 years
A wonderful afternoon welcoming Thames Valleyโ€™s latest intake of Special Constables. These 18 incredible people are giving up their time to help protect us all and bring the strength of @TVP_Specials up to 357 officers. #ThankYou
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Matthew Barber
2 years
Good opportunity to talk to @RishiSunak this morning in Henley about the work Iโ€™ve launched in Thames Valley to help tackle the culture of knife carrying #OpDeter and discuss how closer working with the @CPSUK can deliver #justiceforvictims
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Matthew Barber
3 years
Staff across the NHS have done an amazing job during the pandemic, but consistency matters in public sector pay. Police officers in @ThamesVP and across the country deserve a pay rise. It is only affordable for one sector if it is affordable for all.
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@allandonoghue @ThamesVP Iโ€™d suggest (a) itโ€™s a stock photo, (b) possibly glow sticks, (c) spare batteries for the torch and radio, (d) The Winchester.
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Matthew Barber
3 years
With @OxonFireRescue @RBFRSofficial & @Bucksfire today at @BlenheimPalace to mark the continued collaboration between the three fire and rescue services, @ThamesVP & @SCAS999 . This joint work is saving money but more importantly improving public safety across the Thames Valley.
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3 years
A long and unusual campaign. Thank you to @laetisiacarter , @John4PCC & @Policeless6 for running such passionate campaigns. Biggest thanks to those who took part and voted. Democracy really matters.
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2 years
Close but no cigar! ๐Ÿฅˆ My entry in the battenberg category only made second place this time in the village baking competition. ๐Ÿฐ So pleased the sun came out for the #HanneyJubileeFayre โ˜€๏ธ
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Pleasure to be part of the @SloughTory selections meeting this evening. Congratulations to @kanwaltoor on being selected as the @Conservatives candidate for #Slough .
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And thatโ€™s it! 10pm and the polling stations have closed. Thank you for all the support Iโ€™ve received from across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Milton Keynes and Oxfordshire. Well done to everyone who has stood - for any party and none - for putting themselves forward.
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Thankfully the rain has stayed away this afternoon (so far๐Ÿคž๐Ÿป) #BackBarber #CommonSensePolicing
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Got the A team out with me this afternoon! #BackBarber
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Matthew Barber
5 years
Today I was out with Sgt @snash6414 in Banbury to see for myself the great work her team do in @TVP_Banbury . Always good to talk to frontline officers about the challenges they face. A brilliant team, dedicated to keeping people safe and catching the bad guys. #thankyou
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A real passion and commitment from everyone who attended the launch of our month of action against knife crime this morning. Marked by the arrival of the #knifeangel at @Stadium_MK and supported by @MKDonsSET @mkcouncil @HazardAlley . #knifesentence
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Out this morning talking to residents in South Bucks #22DaysToGo
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Matthew Barber
4 years
A huge amount of hard work, long hours and dedication from @ThamesVP officers long with many other Forces and agencies! This isnโ€™t just impressive because of the scale but it shows law enforcement being able to get one step ahead of the criminals by cracking their communications.
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5 years
Great news to have the additional funding confirmed to help prevent violent crime in Thames Valley.
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4 years
Plenty of people hate him, lots love him, but no one can doubt @BorisJohnson โ€™s passion & energy. This determination & drive will see him through these difficult days & with fantastic care from the @NHSuk I hope he makes a speedy return to @carriesymonds and to @10DowningStreet .
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Matthew Barber
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Congratulations to @Ben_Everitt on being selected as the @Conservatives candidate for Milton Keynes North. Delighted to play a small part in the eveningโ€™s proceedings. Ben will be a great champion for the people of MK!
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Matthew Barber
5 years
Great to meet Larry this evening at @10DowningStreet
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Matthew Barber
1 year
Out today with ACC Bunt, responsible for the operation in Windsor, @CCJasonHogg & Sgt Llewellyn talking to the public, volunteers & police officers, all looking forward to tonightโ€™s #CoronationConcert . Thanks to all of those working hard to make tonight safe & successful! ๐Ÿ‘‘
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2 years
This shouldnโ€™t be news! This is already the case in @ThamesVP . Glad to see other forces following suit but the public should be able to expect this of the police as a matter of course.
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Today @PoliceChiefs announced a new commitment for police officers to attend all home burglaries in England and Wales. ๐Ÿ‘ฎโ€โ™€๏ธKeeping our streets and homes safer. ๐Ÿ‘ฎMaking burglary a high-risk crime. ๐Ÿ‘ฎโ€โ™‚๏ธIncreasing confidence in local forces.
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Matthew Barber
3 years
Get the latest news and views on policing in Thames Valley and find out about my plan to tackle crime as your next Police & Crime Commissioner.
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Matthew Barber
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If only the children were happy with a four mile walk first thing in the morning as a birthday present ๐Ÿคท๐Ÿปโ€โ™‚๏ธ 2๏ธโƒฃ today! ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿพ๐ŸŽ #dogsoftwitter #birthdaydog
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Iโ€™ve been at Thames Valleyโ€™s Police Training College this afternoon talking to the latest class of new recruits. A great bunch and good to discuss knife crime, CCTV and my plans to reinvigorate community policing in 2023. ๐Ÿ‘ฎ๐Ÿปโ€โ™€๏ธ
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Popped into Abingdon Police Station this morning with some Christmas biscuits ๐Ÿช for the great folks @tvpsouthandvale Thanks to all of the staff and officers across @ThamesVP , working throughout the festive period to keep the rest of us safe. ๐Ÿ‘ฎ๐Ÿปโ€โ™€๏ธ ๐ŸŽ„๐ŸŽ… #MerryChristmas
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Matthew Barber
2 years
Jason Hogg named as the preferred candidate to be Thames Valley Chief Constable: The Police and Crime Commissioner for Thames Valley, Matthew Barber, has named Jason Hogg as his proposed appointment for Thames Valley Police Chief Constable.
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Nominations are in! Just 37 days to go ๐Ÿ“… Have your say on policing in Thames Valley on Thursday 2nd May ๐Ÿ—ณ๏ธ I'm asking for your support to back my #Crimefighters plan. Find out more at โ˜‘๏ธ More police, safer streets
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I am delighted that the Home Office have set our proposals to give the police tougher powers to deal with unauthorised encampments - an issue that affects many local communities and one I have been campaigning on for many months.
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Matthew Barber
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Great to see the pride on the faces of new @TVP_Specials who were sworn in this afternoon. Thank you to all of the Special Constables who give their time and skills to help keep the public safe. #thankyou
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Matthew Barber
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The law needs to change to enable the police to accurately record sex: Yesterday I wrote to the Home Secretary urging a review of the Police & Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (PACE) to ensure the police accurately record sex.
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Matthew Barber
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My wonderful wife made the easy mistake of marrying me #OnThisDay in 2010. Also #OnThisDay a train named after a duck went quicker than any other train named after a duck (The โ€œMallardโ€ broke the world speed record for a steam locomotive by reaching 125.88mph). #HappyAnniversary
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3 years
Speaking to the @ThamesVP Senior Leaders Forum today. Around 200 senior officers and staff joining the event in person and online with a particular focus about the work that is already ongoing as well as new ideas of how we can help tackle violence against women in society.
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Delighted to open the @TV_PCC โ€™s virtual conference on reducing reoffending. Nearly 200 people joining us from across Berks, Bucks & Oxon with a determination to turn peopleโ€™s lives around, reducing reoffending & preventing more people becoming the victims of crime in the future.
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Matthew Barber
5 years
Delighted that John Campbell has been announced as @TV_PCC 's preferred candidate for the new @ThamesVP Chief Constable. The appointment is subject to a confirmation hearing on 1st Feb. I look forward to working closely with John as he leads Thames Valley Police into the future.
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Matthew Barber
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๐Ÿ๏ธ Last month we launched the new off-road motorbike team. They will be supporting local neighbourhood teams by tackling antisocial behaviour and criminality in hard to reach areas. In rural communities or our town and cities, pursuing criminals across Thames Valley.
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Matthew Barber
3 years
Looking forward to joining these brilliant @ThamesVP officers in London this evening at the @PFEW_HQ #BraveryAwards .
@TVPFED
Thames Valley PolFed
3 years
Three TVP officers saved the lives of a terrified woman and her children by detaining an extremely abusive and violent husband - suffering severe injuries during the incident. They've now been nominated for The National #PoliceBravery Awards tomorrow:
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Matthew Barber
3 years
Honoured to take part in a dedication service for the @ThamesVP Memorial Garden. Humbling to talk to some of the families who have lost loved ones in the line of duty over the last 50 years. A very moving service and a fitting memorial to fallen officers.
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Matthew Barber
2 years
@MuscleClinicUK @TheOxfordMail @Cycliq @roadcc Can I ask if this has been reported? Grateful if you could DM me please.
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Matthew Barber
5 years
Great result today by @ThamesVP in dealing with an illegal encampment in Wycombe, but this just highlights the need to change the law to give the police better powers in dealing with what is a major issues for many communities across the Thames Valley.
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Matthew Barber
5 years
Huge thanks to @NPASBenson for letting me tag along this morning. Great discussion about the use of helicopters, fixed wing aircraft and drones and how all three can be used to support @ThamesVP officers on the frontline.
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Matthew Barber
4 years
Tackling knife crime must be a priority for our whole society. Having met with the Home Secretary & Police Minister today I briefed @Ben_Everitt about the first stage of additional officers for @tvp_mk as well as the work of @TV_PCC to bring about a step change in prevention.
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Matthew Barber
3 years
When did eggs start being sold in 10s and am I the only one who is uneasy with this perversion of the natural order of things? ๐Ÿฅš
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Matthew Barber
3 years
Delighted to host @kitmalthouse on his visit to @ThamesVP today. A great discussion on the excellent data-driven intervention work being led by @TV_VRU that is helping to address serious violence and focus on individuals at greatest risk of harm or offending.
@TV_VPP
Thames Valley Violence Prevention Partnership
3 years
Proud to have hosted @kitmalthouse today to showcase our work. Focus on our powerful use of data, early interventions and trauma informed approaches to tackle violence. @TV_PCC @ThamesVP @ukhomeoffice @StanGilmour
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Matthew Barber
2 years
Pitcairn Island was discovered #OnThisDay in 1767 by Midshipman Robert Pitcairn on an expeditionary voyage commanded by Philip Carteret. Also #OnThisDay in 2010 I married my wonderful wife, who (thankfully) is still putting up with me! ๐Ÿ’ #12thAnniversary #BestYearsYetToCome
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Matthew Barber
2 years
๐Ÿšซ๐Ÿ”ชNew knife crime operation launching today ๐Ÿšจ โœ… Stop and search โœ… Tougher charge and remand approach โœ… Pushing for tough sentencing โœ… Faster youth diversion โœ… Working with parents and communities If you carry a knife in Thames Valley - you will feel the consequences! โš–๏ธ
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Matthew Barber
1 year
Egyptian forces raided Larnaca Airport #OnThisDay in 1978 in an attempt to intervene in a hijacking, without authorisation from the Republic of Cyprus authorities. Cypriot forces killed 15 Egyptian commandos and destroyed the Egyptian C-130 transport plane in open combat.
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Matthew Barber
1 year
๐Ÿ‘ฎ Thames Valley Police has more officers than ever before! Itโ€™s official! The Home Office has confirmed today that the Force has a total of 5,034 as of the end of March 2023. Thatโ€™s up by more than 500 since 2010. Full story โžก๏ธ
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