Media MonitorSUBSCRIBE 103988 total results. Showing results 57501 to 57520 «287228732874287528762877287828792880Next ›Last » Changing perceptions of biometric technologies AUSTRALIA: Identity crime and misuse cost the Australian economy an estimated $3.1b in 2018–19 (Smith & Franks 2020). [pdf] Australian Institute of Criminology (Australia) 18/5/2021 Report Garda reps go to court over extension of probation period for new recruits REPUBLIC OF IRELAND: A decision to extend the probationary period for hundreds of trainee gardai by six months is unlawful, it has been claimed in the High Court. The Garda Representative Association (GRA) is seeking leave from the court to challenge and injunct what it says is the decision to extend the probationary period for four named GRA members. The GRA says the decision affects 400 probationers and will affect further intakes of gardai due to complete their probation shortly Irish Independent (Republic of Ireland) 17/5/2021 News Youth offender GPS trial begins – if they want to wear one AUSTRALIA: Juvenile offenders released on bail can now be fitted with a GPS tracker under a new trial as part of a youth crime crackdown, but none of them can be forced to wear one. The Courier Mail (Australia) - Subscription at source 17/5/2021 News Police name South Yorkshire’s temporary Chief Constable as former chief boss moves to new force South Yorkshire’s temporary Chief Constable has been named as Lauren Poultney as she steps in to replace the county’s former police boss who has moved to a new force. The Star (Yorkshire) 17/5/2021 News The FBI is supposed to track how police use force – years later, it’s falling well short USA: Guardian investigation finds FBI failing to collect data from police departments on use of force – where’s the transparency? The Guardian 17/5/2021 News French police say enough is enough as violence against officers rises FRANCE: Almost every weekend in Paris, convoys of white police vans speed from place to place, sirens blaring, to unload squads of officers in anti-riot gear to monitor demonstrations or break up protests. But this week it is the police themselves who will be demonstrating in the French capital. Financial Times 17/5/2021 News Calum Steele: Why do Twitter ‘experts’ think the police could magically fix Rangers fan chaos? There are three things in life that everyone is an expert on. How other people should be bringing up their children; how to manage the sports team they support; and rather inevitably, how the police should be doing their job. The Herald (Scotland) 17/5/2021 Feature, Opinion Sarah Everard: Met Police officers investigated over case file access Dozens of officers and staff are being investigated for looking up details of the Sarah Everard case on the police computer system, the Met has said. BBC 17/5/2021 News You wouldn’t let an officer go to a violent job without a stab-proof vest Officers are being sent fom incident to incident without the required tools to process the scenes they often witness argues Susanne Knabe-Nicol. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 17/5/2021 Feature The Structure and Delivery of Police Use of Force Training: A German Case Study The current study aims to investigate the current structure and delivery of police recruit training. Using a case study approach, we systematically observed a semester of police training that consisted of 30 h with a specific focus on police use of force training. Field notes and time-on-task data was analysed using an inductive approach. The results revealed, first, a lack of constructive alignment of the training modules and learning tasks within the training settings. Second, an adherence to traditional linear approaches to training resulting in high amounts of augmented instruction and feedback and a one-size-fits all approach to technical and tactical behaviour. Third, a non-efficient use of available training time with low amounts of engagement in representatively designed tasks that stimulated problem-solving processes. European Journal for Security Research 17/5/2021 Research article Force legal services ‘couldn’t agree a legal definition of a funeral’ Policing of funerals during the pandemic in Northern Ireland was difficult says HMIC review. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 17/5/2021 News ‘You wouldn’t let an officer go to a violent job without a stab-proof vest’ Police forces are failing to equip their officers with sufficient, or even any, tools and skills on how to keep their mind intact, says Dr Susanne Knabe-Nicol. Police Professional - Subscription at source 17/5/2021 Feature ‘Confusing’ Covid-19 regulations caused problems for PSNI’s handling of Bobby Storey funeral The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) prioritised public security over enforcement of Covid-19 Regulations at the funeral of Bobby Storey, without biasing one community over another, a report has found. Police Professional 17/5/2021 News National Chair writes open letter to police colleagues and the public As seen in this weekend's Daily Express, National Chair John Apter has written an emotional open letter to police colleagues and members of the public, reflecting on a challenging year of policing during a pandemic. Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW) 17/5/2021 Feature, Opinion What happens to police legitimacy if public consent is withdrawn? After a number of high-profile protests over the past year, a community’s successful efforts to prevent the arrest and possible deportation of two men in Glasgow last week may represent a turning point in the public’s willingness to support policing by consent, believes public order expert and former Chief Superintendent Owen West – and that change in approach may bring a significant challenge for UK policing. Policing Insight - Subscription at source 17/5/2021 Feature, Opinion Creating a culture of workforce resilience: Have your say today to build a police service better equipped to face the challenges of tomorrow Policing employers and employees across the UK are being encouraged to take part in a biennial research project, to gauge the skills and training support needs of the entire workforce. Leading the national study, Jon Parry, Head of Research at Skills for Justice, discusses how the findings will help shape a future where staff resilience and wellbeing is both nurtured and adept to meeting the demands of the modern service. Policing Insight 17/5/2021 Advertisement, Feature Shining a light on ‘shadow infrastructure’ and organised crime The pandemic has focused attention on our reliance on infrastructure; but organised criminals rarely miss opportunities to 'repurpose' technology. Martin Gallagher, serving officer with Police Scotland, and Chris Foster of the University of Manchester, explore the concept of 'shadow infrastructure' and its dangers. Policing Insight - Subscription at source 17/5/2021 Analysis, Feature Trading scheme resulting in €30 million in losses uncovered The German authorities initiated the investigation into this large-scale online investment fraud network with hundreds of victims across Europe Europol 17/5/2021 News Review to allow video evidence by rape victims to improve conviction rates Rape victims will be able to provide their evidence on video prior to a trial to help improve conviction rates, it is understood. Police Professional 17/5/2021 News Blog: Mental health support made me a better police officer and Rep Kaj Bartlett is an Inspector with Sussex Police and a works full time as a Fed Rep with a focus on equality and wellbeing. In 2008-2017, Kaj experienced mental health difficulties due to workplace stress – she ended up needing a cumulative eight months off work. 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