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The fight to oversee Cleveland Police - and what the candidates say

The major parties are vying for the crucial leadership position ahead of the vote on May 6

over 3 years ago

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Claims police 'don't have a plan' to deal with scourge of off-road bikes

All four candidates to become Police and Crime Commissioner have spoken out after a Labour councillor in Middlesbroug...

over 3 years ago

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Candidates react to latest inspection report into Cleveland Police

Inspectors have returned to Cleveland Police after the force was previously found to be failing

about 4 years ago

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Second probe into former police chief Barry Coppinger is dropped

Ex-Cleveland Police and Crime Commissioner Barry Coppinger resigned his post in September amid allegations of unlawfu...

about 4 years ago

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Watchdog Whatsapp probe into Barry Coppinger reveals findings

The matter has been returned to Cleveland Police and Crime Panel to be handled

about 4 years ago

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Teessider named temporary police chief after resignation of Barry Coppinger

Embattled Police and Crime Commissioner for Cleveland, Barry Coppinger, resigned from his role last week amid allegat...

about 4 years ago

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Ian McNeal

Barry Coppinger's resignation statement in full as probe launched

Cleveland Police has contacted the national police watchdog following allegations relating to Mr Coppinger's conduct

over 4 years ago

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Kristy Dawson

Tees politicians demand answers in open letter to commissioner

Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen was joined by MPs and others after the force's director of standards and ethics was sus...

over 4 years ago

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Jade McElwee

Cleveland Police head of standards suspended amid misconduct probe

A misconduct investigation has been launched by Cleveland Police

over 4 years ago

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Zero fines for face mask breaches on public transport on Teesside

Public transport passengers have been prevented from boarding buses and trains if they refuse to cover their face

over 4 years ago

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The 'four Es' behind strategy on policing lockdown on Teesside

New regulations which allow unlimited exercise and meeting up with others outside their household have been brought i...

over 4 years ago

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Asian woman accused of 'bringing in coronavirus' in sick hate attack

Cleveland Police is reminding people the current pandemic is not an excuse to spread hate

over 4 years ago

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Kristy Dawson

Urgent appeal for Teessiders to support their local foodbank

Food banks have reported an increase in demand compared with last year

over 4 years ago

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Jade McElwee

Girlfriend visits and reporting COVID-19 breaches - what police say

Cleveland Police Chief Constable Richard Lewis has answered public questions about new police powers and adhering to ...

over 4 years ago

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The silent phone signal abuse victims can give when they dial 999

Police have said they will work to support abuse victims in need during the isolation period

over 4 years ago

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Coronavirus police plan is 'tried and tested' pledge

A senior Cleveland Police officer has said the force is committed to 'keeping a service the public would expect'

over 4 years ago

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Coronavirus sees Teesside mayoral and police chief elections delayed

The Government has confirmed May's local elections have been postponed until 2021

over 4 years ago

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Jade McElwee

'No place on streets for dealers & yobs' says Tory police chief candidate

Redcar’s Steve Turner has been announced as the Conservative contender to oversee running of Cleveland Police

over 4 years ago

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Vulnerable sex assault victims 'cut off' after funding cuts

The future of Eva Woman's Aid counselling is hanging in the balance after its funding was stopped

over 4 years ago

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'We're not a taxi service' - police response over vulnerable teen

Call handler told foster carer: 'If you're that bothered about her, go and get her yourself'

over 4 years ago

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Ambulance crews 'sent to drive over Transporter by Geordies'

Cleveland Police leader Barry Coppinger has strongly criticised the service but ambulance chiefs say they are committ...

over 4 years ago

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Extra £10 on council tax bills agreed to help pay for more police

Average Band D properties will see a £10 rise across Teesside as Barry Coppinger plans to raise £1.6m to properly fun...

over 4 years ago

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Cleveland's top cop to stay on longer after contract extension

Commissioner Barry Coppinger said: 'His plans for the force demonstrate a long-term vision with many large-scale chan...

over 4 years ago

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Extra 24 officers due back on Teesside beats by end of this month

Chief Constable Richard Lewis said 'bobbies on the beat' were the 'cornerstone of British policing'

almost 5 years ago

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Tributes paid to 'one off' council leader Bob Gibson

Bob Gibson led Stockton Council for 17 years and former colleagues have praised his commitment to the area

almost 5 years ago

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Cleveland Police recovery needs council tax hike - commissioner

Commissioner Barry Coppinger said the priority was to ensure 2020 'marked a turning point' for the force

almost 5 years ago

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Attacks by police dogs help spark scrapping of joint service

A number of high profile incidents have been named as one of the reasons changes are being made

almost 5 years ago

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£1.75m for offices to make space for extra Cleveland Police staff

The move comes just 18 months after a Cleveland Police opened their £20m Community Safety Hub

almost 5 years ago

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Fewer kids being arrested by police - as antisocial behaviour rises

The force has 'welcomed' new figures showing a huge decrease in the number of children it arrests

about 5 years ago

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Cleveland Police to recruit extra 72 officers 'very quickly'

The 72 are set to be out on their beats before the end of 2020/21 as part of a drive to bring in an extra 20,000 offi...

about 5 years ago

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Key details as Middlesbrough first in UK to allow heroin users to inject

The town is taking a pioneering approach to tackling drug abuse - here's the project explained

about 5 years ago

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Heroin shooting clinic opens next week - and here's where it'll be

The clinic aims to address the 'health emergency' facing the town caused by its drugs problems

about 5 years ago

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£700 per night to house youngsters awaiting court cases

The shock figure came at the latest Cleveland Police Crime Panel with calls for cases to be processed faster

about 5 years ago

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Tees leaders offer mixed reaction to Barry Coppinger's decision

One MP hit out at critics with 'axes to grind', another said Barry Coppinger's tenure was synonymous with 'abject fai...

about 5 years ago

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Police commissioner won't stand for re-election after U-turn

Mr Coppinger has said he will not seek to stay in the £70,000-a-year job after next year's election but defied calls ...

about 5 years ago

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Hundreds sign petition calling on Barry Coppinger to step down

A damning report exposed alarming failings at Cleveland Police and now the £70,000-a-year commissioner is under press...

about 5 years ago

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Police chief's response after bombshell report reveals shock failings

Chief Constable Richard Lewis said a "step-by-step" process is needed to turn round the struggling force

about 5 years ago

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Police commissioner refuses to quit despite highly critical report

Barry Coppinger has faced further calls to stand down but says he'll stand for a third term in charge next year

about 5 years ago

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'There should be no excuse for knife crime', says Dael Fry

'My message to young people is that you are too valuable to risk your life and others by carrying knives'