During the warm weather its tempting to leave car windows open, and doors and windows open at night or when no-one is around. Plus sheds and garages are used more often and locking up can be forgotten. Each month on the crime stats that Wiltshire Police report, there are a number of burglaries in the… read more
Chiseldon Parish Council shares communications it receives which may be of interest to our residents. Dear Police and Crime Commissioner, Philip Wilkinson, This week marked the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day – a significant moment in our shared history when, on 8 May 1945, the guns fell silent and the Second World… read more
We’re sharing the following message from our local PCSOs: We will be travelling around the ridgeway villages on Sunday 11th May 2025 in the mobile Police station. It will give the communities a chance to come and meet the team and have a chat about any concerns in their area, there will also be activities… read more
Chiseldon Parish Council shares communications it receives which may be of interest to our residents Dear Police and Crime Commissioner Philip Wilkinson, Yesterday, the Government made additional announcements regarding the Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee. The Guarantee sets out what communities should expect from their neighbourhood policing team. The latest announcements included; Each Force having named and… read more
Chiseldon Parish Council publishes information on services and organisations which it feels may be of interest to parishioners. The following is a message from Philip Wilkinson, Police and Crime Commissioner for Wiltshire and Swindon Priority 3 in my new #MakingWiltshireSafer Police and Crime Plan is tackling crimes that matter most to local communities. To do… read more
PC Howick, of the Wiltshire Rural Crime Team, has shared tips for dog owners to prevent further cases of livestock worrying in a recent video shared to Wiltshire Police’s official social media accounts and YouTube channel. This comes after an increase in reports of livestock worrying across Wiltshire in recent weeks. PC Howick said: “We… read more
We are in a very busy time for nesting birds, and the Wiltshire Rural Crime Team would like to raise awareness around the legislation and responsibilities that we all have at this time of year. All wild birds are protected and Schedules were created to highlight their level of protection. Schedule 1 species receive the… read more
Wiltshire Police have received an increasing number of reports of stolen quad bikes and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) in recent weeks, particularly in South West and South East Wiltshire, with the most recent being this week. In light of this, the public are reminded to check the security of their agricultural equipment and plant machinery to… read more
Chiseldon Parish Council shares information received from other organisations that may be of interest to parishioners. Wiltshire Police has outlined plans to make efficiencies within its estate footprint as part of the required multi-million-pound savings the Force must make. The proposals come with a commitment from Chief Constable Catherine Roper that communities will receive an… read more
Unauthorised car meets, which can attract hundreds of spectators and result in dangerous manoeuvres and speeding, could be banned in Swindon if a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) is introduced. In the 12 months between July 2023 and July 2024, there were 45 reports of car meets in Swindon, with one individual seriously injured and… read more
People could be fined for carrying out anti-social behaviour in Swindon town centre and Broadgreen if a new order is implemented by Swindon Borough Council. Riding e-bikes and e-scooters are among the activities the Council and Wiltshire Police want to ban as part of a new Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO). Making the town centre… read more
Wiltshire Police are asking Wiltshire residents to fill out a questionnaire relating to burglary and home security. The purpose of this is to assess the knowledge residents across Wiltshire have about home security and burglary prevention, and identify any gaps. Lisa Draper from Wiltshire Police’s Neighbourhood Harm Reduction Unit said: “We would like to understand… read more
A message from Philip Wilkinson, Police and Crime Commissioner for Wiltshire and Swindon Dear Resident, I am asking every resident in Wiltshire for your input: how much extra would you be willing to invest in policing—and why? This is your opportunity to make your voice heard and help shape the future of policing in our… read more
Chiseldon Parish Council publishes communications it receives which it feels may be of interest to parishioners. However, this does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Council. In addition, please note that we cannot guarantee the security or safety of any external websites. As part of Wiltshire Police’s Secure This Christmas campaign, homeowners are… read more
Chiseldon Parish Council publishes communications it receives which it feels may be of interest to parishioners. However, this does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Council. In addition, please note that we cannot guarantee the security or safety of any external websites. Walk and Talk is a new initiative in Wiltshire asking women… read more
Chiseldon Parish Council shares communications it receives which may be of interest to our residents. Dear Chief Officer You may recall that we have been in touch with you to let you know about Operation Awake – a scheme which aimed to provide additional support to local women in public life who are at the… read more
Chiseldon Parish Council publishes information on services and organisations which it feels may be of interest to parishioners. However, this does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Council. In addition, please note that we cannot guarantee the security or safety of any external websites. We are currently seeing high levels of vehicle crime… read more
The first draft of Police and Crime Commissioner Philip Wilkinson’s updated Police and Crime plan – which places renewed focus on retail and rural crime – has been published. Key partners, stakeholders and residents are now being encouraged to give their feedback on the draft plan which sets out the blueprint for the strategic policing… read more
Chiseldon Parish Council shares communications it receives which may be of interest to our residents. 13 September 2024. Dear Police and Crime Commissioner, Philip Wilkinson, I would like to update you, and our communities, in relation to our support to the national policing response to ongoing prison capacity concerns. Tuesday 10 September saw the first… read more
Chiseldon Parish Council shares communications it receives which may be of interest to our residents. Are you aged 11-25 and living in the Wiltshire / Swindon area? Would you like an opportunity to influence policing and crime prevention in your community? If so, this volunteering opportunity is for YOU. If you know someone aged 11-25 in… read more