Your VIP: Your Voice in Policing

Devon and Cornwall OPCC

Your VIP is a new podcast from the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.Featuring hosts Ben Woolvin, head of communications, and Commissioner Alison Hernandez, the series discusses policing and public safety in Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, shines a spotlight on people doing amazing work to keep communities safe, and answers queries from the public about crime in their area.

Episodes

  1. Your VIP: E05 Knife Angel

    Apr 20

    Your VIP: E05 Knife Angel

    In this episode, Becky Dustan of Mike's Trust, speaks to hosts Ben Woolvin and Police and Crime Commissioner Alison Hernandez about losing her brother to knife crime, and the importance of the Knife Angel's visit to Plymouth in helping to educate people about the dangers of carrying a weapon. We also hear from members of the public about what they think about the Knife Angel and safety in Plymouth, and from Inspector Paul Laity about knife crime in the city, how to report it, and what people should do if they're worried about someone carrying a weapon.

    33 min
  2. Your VIP: E04 Tackling hate crime in our communities

    Mar 11

    Your VIP: E04 Tackling hate crime in our communities

    In this episode, Devon County Councillor Syed Jusef, a hate crime advisor to Devon & Cornwall Police, speaks to host Ben Woolvin about he helps the police and his community in North Devon on issues of racial equality. We also hear from members of the public about what they want from policing, and from Inspector Andy Wills and Barnstaple Town Councillor Ashraf Shah about safety in the town, and Police and Crime Commissioner Alison Hernandez responds to issues including 101 contact performance.

    37 min
  3. Your VIP: E03 Working together to keep women and girls safe

    Jan 23

    Your VIP: E03 Working together to keep women and girls safe

    In this episode, Becca Hewitt of the South Devon and Dartmoor Community Safety Partnership speaks to hosts Ben Woolvin and Police and Crime Commissioner Alison Hernandez about how collaboration is helping to keep women and girls safe. We also hear from members of the public about what they want from policing, and from PCSO Liz Francis and Councillor Mike Joyce about safety in Teignbridge.

    31 min
  4. Your VIP: E02 Plymouth Safe Bus

    12/29/2025

    Your VIP: E02 Plymouth Safe Bus

    In this episode, Will Price of Western Medical Service speaks to hosts Ben Woolvin and Police and Crime Commissioner Alison Hernandez about his motivation in setting up the Plymouth Safe Bus, which provides help for people who feel unwell or unsafe on a night out in the city. We also hear from members of the public about what they want from policing, and from PC Deb Hart and Councillor Sally Haydon about why they think the Plymouth Safe Bus is a valuable asset for the city.

    24 min
  5. Your VIP: E01 Mayor of Camborne

    11/28/2025

    Your VIP: E01 Mayor of Camborne

    In this episode, Mayor of Camborne James Ball speaks candidly to hosts Ben Woolvin and Police and Crime Commissioner Alison Hernandez about his battle with mental health and the great work he's doing to improve life for young people in the town. We also hear from members of the public about what it's like to live in Camborne, and from local Inspector Lou Brown and Antisocial Behaviour Officer Kay Smith about their work to make Camborne a better place for everyone.

    34 min
  • 5 Episodes

About

Your VIP is a new podcast from the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.Featuring hosts Ben Woolvin, head of communications, and Commissioner Alison Hernandez, the series discusses policing and public safety in Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, shines a spotlight on people doing amazing work to keep communities safe, and answers queries from the public about crime in their area.

Information

  • Creator
    Devon and Cornwall OPCC
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Your VIP: Your Voice in Policing
  • Show Website
    Your VIP: Your Voice in Policing