Custody Visiting is an independent voluntary scheme run by the Gwent Police Authority.
Independent custody visitors are members of the local community who visit police stations unannounced to check on the welfare of people in police custody. They come from a variety of backgrounds and sections of the community. They must be over 18 and have no direct involvement in the criminal justice system, for example, serving police officers or special constables.
We currently have 22 volunteers operating throughout the Force area, who make their calls in pairs to ensure the detainee's rights are properly observed and that the conditions in which they are being held are clean and safe.
The Authority, which is very grateful to the current custody visitors for their time and commitment to the Scheme, is currently recruiting additional volunteers. If you are interested in receiving more information please contact Carol Knight on 01633 642015.
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