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PCC Update on Police Reform and rural communities

August 27, 2026

Dorset PCC writes: Last week, my team and I had a fantastic time at the Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show,...

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How to spot a fake Captcha – and what to do if you fall for one

August 27, 2026

Cybercriminals use convincing ‘verify you are human’ security checks to trick people into installing malware, but there are signs...

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The warning signs of a pension scam

August 21, 2026

When crooks can create a sophisticated website in minutes, you'll need to look deeper to spot their scams Scams...

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When you find an open gate!

August 18, 2026

This week, the Rural Crime Team received a report from the Wareham area regarding a farm gate that was...

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Safety Alert: Staying Safe When Using Cash Machines

August 14, 2026

We are sharing this advice as a preventative reminder to help everyone stay safe when using ATMs and cash...

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5yrs on – PCC updates the community

August 14, 2026

5 Years On a update from the PCC Dear residents of Dorset, Over the past five years, it has...

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What to do if experiencing antisocial behaviour in your community

What is Anti-Social Behaviour? Anti-social behaviour is any act that causes or is likely to...

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Dealing with Phone Scams

Telephone scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated, but you can build a very strong "shield" around...

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Dog related issues

Who should I contact to tell them about the issue? Matters relating to dogs fall...

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Dealing with Graffiti in your community

How do I report graffiti? To report graffiti on Council property, for example, bus stops, road...

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Dealing with Fly Tipping

Fly tipping makes our communities unsightly and, apart from damaging the environment, can be unsafe....

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Addressing speeding vehicles in your community

Speeding in Your Community? Here's How to Take Action Speeding vehicles can make your neighbourhood...

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What to do about abandoned vehicles

Abandoned vehicle can cause concern or a safety issue This covers vehicles that appear to...

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Actions to take if experiencing bullying through social media

Social Media Bullying Dorset Police receive a number of calls per day in relation to...

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At the My Safer Project, we aim to provide you with not just information but practical assistance. Scamming is a big problem, and anyone can get scammed, no matter how smart they think they are.

Criminals are clever and prey on our human instincts, often at times when we are vulnerable. So, if you do nothing else, please look at these four pages from the BBC Scam Safe. They will help you stay one step ahead of the scammers.

1 – Scam Alerts service – sign up, it’s free -Outsmart the scammers – WHICH alerts can help you spot and avoid the latest scams. Scam Alerts service – sign up, it’s free

2 – The A-Z of Scams The more we talk about scams, the better armed against them we all are. Here’s an A-Z of them: BBC – The A-Z of Scams

3 – How to stay scam safe Visit the BBC scam safe site BBC – How to stay scam safe

4 – Take the scam-safe quiz from the BBC. How much do you know? Can you spot a scam? Follow this link to take the quiz BBC Scam Safe quiz: How to scam savvy are you? – BBC Bitesize

Action Fraud

The place to prevent cyber crime and fraud Report Fraud is the UK’s national reporting centre for where you should report cyber crime and fraud if you have been scammed, defrauded or experienced cyber crime in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

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Community Messaging

Dorset Alert is a two way community messaging system operated by Dorset Police, which allows us to exchange information with you by email or phone at no cost to you. The system is designed to allow people who register, to choose the type of...

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ASB HELP

ASB Help is a registered charity in England and Wales set up to provide advice and support to victims of anti-social behaviour. ASB Help aims to provide information and advice to interested parties and members of the public involved with and suffering from anti-social behaviour. We...

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Crimestoppers

Give information anonymously Crimestoppers are an independent charity that gives people the power to speak up and stop crime – 100% anonymously. When you contact them , your anonymity is guaranteed – whether you choose to contact them on 0800 555 111 or by...

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Scams, what to do if you think you have been a victim

Since we've moved into 2026, scammers are now using AI to create near-perfect emails and websites, meaning the old "look for spelling mistakes" advice isn't as reliable as it used to be. Here is how to upgrade your digital shop shutters and what to...

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Dorset PCC

The overarching role of the PCC is to deliver an effective and efficient police service in Dorset. This will be achieved by holding the Force to account on behalf of local people. he PCC is supported in undertaking these duties by staff in the Office...

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PCC Update on Police Reform and rural communities

How to spot a fake Captcha – and what to do if you fall for one

The warning signs of a pension scam

When you find an open gate!

Safety Alert: Staying Safe When Using Cash Machines

5yrs on – PCC updates the community

What to do if experiencing antisocial behaviour in your community

Dealing with Phone Scams

Dog related issues

Dealing with Graffiti in your community

Dealing with Fly Tipping

Addressing speeding vehicles in your community

What to do about abandoned vehicles

Actions to take if experiencing bullying through social media

Farm and Estate Crime

Scams, what to do if you think you have been a victim

Romance Fraud

Worried or suspect drug activity in the community?

Worried about or experiencing bullying, intimidation or threats?

What to do if experiencing neighbourhood disputes

Heritage Crime

Dorset Police

Dorset Council

Cyber Crime

Community Messaging

Action Fraud

Community Messaging

ASB HELP

Crimestoppers

Scams, what to do if you think you have been a victim

Dorset PCC

Dorset Victim Support

Dorset Trading Standards

Dorset Police Crime Map

Bournemouth Virtual Neighbourhood Watch

ScampaK Project

Operation Relentless