Media MonitorSUBSCRIBE 114960 total results. Showing results 3321 to 3340 «163164165166167168169170171Next ›Last » Police Scotland apologise for murder inquiry failings Police Scotland has apologised to the family of a murdered man for initially failing to treat his death as suspicious, despite evidence of shotgun injuries to his face. Police Professional 26/2/2026 News Police officer sacked after running coffee shop on the side PC Stanley Kennett operated The Coffee Cycle whilst suspended on full pay from the Metropolitan Police, tribunal finds The Telegraph - Subscription at source 26/2/2026 News Durham Constabulary’s vetting and counter-corruption arrangements rated ‘inadequate’ The constabulary was graded by HMICFRS 'inadequate' for its vetting of police officers and staff, 'requires improvement' for professional standards, and 'inadequate' for counter-corruption arrangements. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 26/2/2026 News CPS issues new guidance on ‘honour’-based and dowry abuse Updated guidance from Crown Prosecution Service covers forms of spiritual and immigration abuse for first time The Guardian 26/2/2026 News Police force told to improve after inspection A police force has been told it requires improvement in two out of three areas in which it was assessed. BBC 26/2/2026 News Police force’s vetting procedures ‘inadequate’ A police force's vetting and counter-corruption arrangements have been rated inadequate by a watchdog. BBC 26/2/2026 News ‘Deceitful’ officer dismissed for pretending to work An Avon and Somerset police officer has been dismissed without notice after giving a false impression she was working by using a picture frame to weigh down keys on her laptop. Police Professional 26/2/2026 News Human trafficking and exploitation needs a public health approach and more evidence of what works Human trafficking and exploitation are challenges that law enforcement cannot “police your way out of”, warns UCL’s Ella Cockbain, Professor of Human Trafficking and Exploitation, with more focus on a public health approach, improved listening to the voices of victims and survivors, and a better understanding of what really works among the key steps to meeting those challenges, as Prof Cockbain explained to Policing Insight’s Sarah Gibbons. Policing Insight - Subscription at source 26/2/2026 Analysis, Feature, Interview New public-transport security force to have powers of arrest REPUBLIC OF IRELAND: Members of a planned new public transport security service are to be given powers of arrest and pursuit. Transport Darragh O’Brien outlines plans for unit working across trains, buses and trams The Irish Times (Republic of Ireland) 26/2/2026 News Inside Police Scotland’s Youth Volunteer Army Police Scotland Youth Volunteers (PSYV) is a national programme giving 13–17-year-olds the chance to volunteer alongside officers, support their communities, and learn about policing from the inside. In this interview, Dr Iain Britton speaks with Sgt Aaron Chadha, who leads on governance and oversight for PSYV, about how the scheme works and why it matters. They explore how PSYV strengthens relationships between young people and the police, the program's structure, its impact on community engagement, and the personal growth of youth volunteers. The conversation also highlights what major events and charities do the PSYV cover, how volunteers support local policing, and why inclusivity and youth voice are built into the programme – including a commitment that at least 25% of volunteers come from vulnerable backgrounds. PolicingTV 26/2/2026 Feature, Interview, Opinion, Video Calls for anonymous online reporting system of sexual violence as crime goes unreported in Victoria AUSTRALIA: A sexual violence expert says more than 90 per cent of sexual violence incidents in Victoria go unreported, with confusion about so-called legal "grey areas" deterring victim-survivors from coming forward. Georgina Heydon is a professor in criminology and justice studies at Victoria's RMIT University, and has spent the last decade speaking to the police, sexual assault support workers and victim-survivors about reporting rates. ABC News (Australia) 25/2/2026 News Hamilton police officer charged with child exploitation offences CANADA: A Hamilton Police Service officer has been charged with child exploitation offences following an investigation by Halton Regional Police. In a statement, Hamilton police said Const. Dave Hamilton, a 19-year member of the service, was charged with possession and transmitting of child sexual abuse and exploitation material. Global News (Canada) 25/2/2026 News Weak garda vetting and drug-testing worries PCSA REPUBLIC OF IRELAND: The garda oversight body has said that delays in implementing stronger vetting and drug-testing procedures for members of the force are “surprising”. Law Society Gazette Ireland 25/2/2026 News Police admit illegally obtaining journalist’s data and retaining family names The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has admitted it illegally obtained phone data from a Belfast journalist and created a "profile" on him, which included the names of his wife and mother-in-law. BBC 25/2/2026 News Facial recognition error prompts police to arrest Asian man for burglary 100 miles away Exclusive: Alvi Choudhury claiming damages against Thames Valley police after biased technology confused him with man looking ‘10 years younger’ The Guardian 25/2/2026 News Heavily armed NSW police to patrol places of worship and mass gatherings AUSTRALIA: The New-South Wales Government is making its police rapid response unit permanent, in an Australian-first measure that will allow officers to use long-arm firearms around the Sydney area. The move will see 250 police deployed around high profile public buildings, places of worship and mass gatherings. Religious community leaders are welcoming the permanent security but have voiced concern over its long-term impacts. SBS News (Australia) 25/2/2026 News, Video New laws to protect victims of ‘honour’- based abuse Government takes decisive action by rapidly introducing a new legal definition for ‘honour’- based abuse. Home Office 25/2/2026 News Set and enforce clear lines for police biometrics, UK Commissioner tells policymakers The UK’s planned legal framework for law enforcement use of biometrics and facial recognition should include clear lines and expanded oversight powers, says Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner (BSCC) William Webster in his response to the consultation held by Home Office. BiometricUpdate.com 25/2/2026 News PC barred from policing for excessive use of force despite being cleared of assault A former Essex officer, who repeatedly punched a man in the face during an altercation, will be barred from policing for gross misconduct following a disciplinary hearing this week. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 25/2/2026 News Wellbeing lead recognised for work supporting officers on extended sick leave Holly Spillman, the Federation’s Wellbeing Lead, has been named Fed Rep of the Year at the 2026 Dorset Police Federation Recognition Awards. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 25/2/2026 News «163164165166167168169170171Next ›Last » Upcoming events View all events
