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ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE: From 6–9 September 2026, the University of Leeds will host LEPH2026, the 8th International Conference on Law Enforcement & Public Health. Bringing together global experts across policing, public health, research and policy, the event provides a unique platform to explore vulnerability and shape forward‑thinking, evidence‑based approaches.

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ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE: In an era defined by complexity and rapid change, intelligence must do more than inform — it must deliver. Intelligence 2026, Australia’s premier intelligence conference, brings together leaders and practitioners to explore how insight is transformed into action, strengthening decision-making and operational outcomes across government, security, and industry.

ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE: Network location intelligence alone can make real-time tracking of devices difficult for law enforcement and emergency services, especially in remote areas with limited or no coverage. SS8 is addressing this challenge by integrating its location solution with IMSI catchers and other tools to deliver real-time tactical intelligence to agents in the field.

ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE: On 29 June, Westminster Insight is bringing together policymakers, senior practitioners, commissioners, researchers, and voluntary sector leaders for a full-day conference examining what the strategy means in practice and how to implement it effectively and equitably.

ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE: How will policing leaders adapt to a future shaped by AI, digital investigations and rising public scrutiny? Birmingham City University’s new MSc Policing and Criminal Justice Leadership explores the technologies, ethics and leadership challenges transforming criminal justice. With expert teaching, real-world learning and an international outlook, the course aims to prepare tomorrow’s leaders. Learn how this degree could shape both careers and the future of policing.

ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE: Bringing together governments, regulators, manufacturers, operators and end-users, Critical Communications World (CCW) is the premier free-to-attend international gathering where every stakeholder in the sector can connect, collaborate and shape the future of mission-critical technologies.

ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE: Criminal networks operate across cases, locations and time, but intelligence often remains tied to individual incidents. That gap makes it harder to understand how activity is organised. This article explores how connecting information across investigations helps reveal the wider network and supports more targeted, effective responses to organised crime.

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ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE: The National Vetting Symposium returns for 1st to 2nd June at the Crowne Plaza in Stratford upon Avon with the theme "Protecting the roots in shifting ground – Transitioning good practice whilst embracing change"

ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE: On 19th June, Westminster Insight is bringing together senior policing leaders, technologists, researchers, and governance professionals for a half-day conference on where AI in policing currently stands and where it needs to go.

ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE: Public events can escalate quickly, with disruption, misinformation, and online agitation creating real challenges for police forces. In this article, Fivecast’s David Janson examines how social media intelligence helps investigators identify risks earlier, understand intent, and support safer, more proportionate policing of events.

ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE: Ahead of next month’s SAS webinar on trusted AI for policing, Policing Insight spoke with former long-serving Queensland Police officer John Kilburn about the real impact of AI in law enforcement. The discussion highlights the opportunities AI presents, and the critical need for agencies to be clear about their objectives; it also reinforces that the true value of AI is only realised when underpinned by strong governance, defined guardrails, and complete transparency, building trust within both the police workforce and the communities they serve.

ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE: Police reform in the UK is placing safeguarding outcomes under increasing scrutiny, with a strong focus on prevention, consistency, and accountability particularly in tackling violence against women and girls (VAWG). As demand grows, forces must modernise how risk is assessed and acted upon. Ben Jarvis explores how data and AI can strengthen safeguarding processes such as Clare’s Law to deliver faster, more consistent decisions aligned with reform priorities.

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ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE: The American Society of Evidence-Based Policing (ASEBP) invites researchers, practitioners, and leaders from across the policing community to join in celebrating a decade of innovation, collaboration, and progress at the 10th Annual ASEBP Conference. Hosted by the School of Public Affairs at American University in Washington, DC, from May 20-22, 2026, this milestone event brings together those advancing evidence-based policing. Be part of the conversation shaping its future.

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ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE: To understand how criminal networks operate, intelligence needs to connect across cases, sources and time. Fragmented data, isolated tools and repeated manual effort make that difficult in practice. This article explores five structural blockers and how addressing them helps build a clearer, more complete and continuously evolving intelligence picture.

ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE: The Liverpool Centre for Advanced Policing Studies (LCAPS) offers a comprehensive portfolio of academic policing programmes designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to tackle the complex challenges of modern policing. Whether you’re in law enforcement, private security, or intelligence, these courses will empower you to excel in your role and make a tangible impact in your field.

ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE: Retail crime in the UK is rising fast, but efforts to tackle it are being held back by a lack of trust. Many retailers no longer believe reporting incidents leads to action, weakening the system. Rebuilding trust through better communication between retailers and policing is essential to improve reporting, strengthen intelligence and deliver better outcomes.

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ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE: As forces work towards Policing Vision 2030, questions remain about the pace of meaningful change. This article explores how predictive policing is enabling forces to move from reactive response to earlier intervention, using existing data and governed AI to build prevention and public trust.

ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE: The BAPCO Annual Event returns to Coventry on 25–26 March 2026, bringing together the UK and international public safety communications community for two days of innovation and insight.