Emergency summit organised by Cleveland charities and PCC to call time on “hidden” epidemic
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November 03, 2025
Cleveland Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Matt Storey is joining with charities from across the region to talk about what can be done to halt violence against women and girls (VAWG).
Cleveland Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Matt Storey has committed to making his office a ‘White Ribbon’ organisation, as part of his work to end violence against women and girls.
Cleveland Fire Brigade is appealing to the public for support after repeated violent attacks on firefighters in the Northern Road, Whinney Banks area of Middlesbrough.
A POWERFUL new campaign is spreading the message that forced marriage and ‘honour-based' violence are abuse - not cultural norms.

































