Media MonitorSUBSCRIBE 115030 total results. Showing results 5841 to 5860 «289290291292293294295296297Next ›Last » UK police forces lobbied to use biased facial recognition technology Exclusive: System more likely to suggest incorrect matches for images of women and Black people The Guardian 10/12/2025 News Ex-police chief cleared of gross misconduct claims A former chief constable of Humberside Police will face no further action over allegations of gross misconduct, investigators have ruled. BBC 10/12/2025 News Neurodiversity in Custody: Screening Results for ADHD and Autistic Traits in Individuals Arrested by the London Metropolitan Police Background: Previous studies have identified high rates of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism in incarcerated populations. Despite such findings and the potential benefits of screening for undiagnosed autism and ADHD at earlier stages of police contact, such efforts are rare. Aims: To screen arrested individuals for ADHD and autistic traits while in police custody. Methods: Over an 8-week period, individuals arrested and detained at six police custody centres in London, UK, were offered screening for ADHD and autistic traits. ADHD traits were assessed using a modified version of the Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS) and autistic traits using the 10-item Autism-Spectrum Quotient (AQ-10). Screening was carried out in person at the custody site by a healthcare professional, designated detention officer or arresting police officer. Individuals who screened above the thresholds (≥ 21 for ASRS, ≥ 6 for AQ-10) were informed and provided additional information on how to seek a formal diagnosis. Results: Of 303 eligible arrestees, 216 (71.3%) consented to screening. The screening tools identified 50% and 5% of arrestees without an existing diagnosis as warranting further assessment for ADHD and autism, respectively. ADHD and autism trait scores were correlated (r = 0.30, p < 0.01). Nearly 60% of individuals arrested for drug offences had an existing diagnosis or positive screening result for ADHD. Conclusions: Our findings suggest high rates of ADHD and autistic traits in arrestees, particularly among individuals arrested for drug offences. Screening for ADHD and autism at early stages of police contact could serve as a key opportunity to identify undiagnosed individuals and inform appropriate management. Criminal Behaviour and Mental Health 10/12/2025 Research article Season’s Greetings: Tackling festive threats to public safety Latest research from Cardiff University and the Stamp Out Spiking charity highlights the scale of spiking across the UK, the various methods used, and most worryingly the fact that around three-quarters of victims don’t report the crime to police; Policing Insight’s Andrew Staniforth looks at the insights already emerging from this research, as well as other seasonal initiatives to keep the public safe during the festive season. Policing Insight - Subscription at source 10/12/2025 Analysis, Feature Inside Toronto’s volunteer policing program (Part 2) In this second conversation with Toronto Police Service’s Sergeant Wendy Drummond, Ian Britton explores how one of Canada’s largest auxiliary volunteer policing programs is maintained, coordinated, and continually improved. Wendy shares insights into gender balance, generational shifts post-COVID, how support structures are designed to empower volunteers, and her vision for growing the program beyond its current 300 members. This episode shines a light on how Toronto builds community trust through diverse, well-trained volunteers—and how coordination, compassion, and creativity are key to sustaining it. PolicingTV 10/12/2025 Feature, Interview, Opinion, Video City of London Police awarded £15m to expand anti-corruption unit City of London Police will receive £15m to significantly expand its Domestic Corruption Unit (DCU) as part of a new government strategy aimed at driving dirty money out of the UK and tightening national security. Emergency Services Times 9/12/2025 News IOPC’s Survivor Engagement specialists helping victims win justice Specialist Survivor Engagement Managers at the IOPC are supporting vulnerable victims and witnesses through our investigations…and helping them secure justice. Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) 9/12/2025 Feature Merseyside Police appoints new Deputy Chief Constable Merseyside Police has appointed former Assistant Chief Constable Paul White to the role of Deputy Chief Constable of the Force. Emergency Services Times 9/12/2025 News Principled reasons to cut the number of jury trials Retired judge Michael Harris says we should not reject reform, we should refine it. Christian Mole says the system is blighted by inefficiency The Guardian 9/12/2025 Feature, Opinion Serving Garda charged with corruption offences, including sharing confidential information from PULSE system REPUBLIC OF IRELAND: A serving Garda has appeared in court charged with corruption offences following an investigation into serious organised criminality. Irish Independent (Republic of Ireland) - Registration at source 9/12/2025 News Home secretary considers merging police into 12 regional forces Shabana Mahmood is proposing a ‘generational shift’ in how crime is tackled in England and Wales The Times - Subscription at source 9/12/2025 News Update on Independent Inquiry into Grooming Gangs Baroness Anne Longfield CBE will lead a 3-year statutory independent inquiry, focusing on grooming gangs and looking at ethnicity, religion and culture. Home Office 9/12/2025 News National Audit on Group-based Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Baroness Casey's audit on group-based child sexual exploitation and abuse ('grooming gangs'). Home Office 9/12/2025 Report Senior Garda claimed enquiring into potential prosecutions was ‘allowed’ REPUBLIC OF IRELAND: A retired Garda Superintendent, who is on trial for allegedly unlawfully attempting to interfere in summonses for road traffic offences, told investigating gardaà that directives within An Garda SÃochána always allowed the involvement of high-ranking gardaÃ, such as Superintendents, in such matters. Breaking News (Republic of Ireland) 9/12/2025 News Reassessing criminalisation: a review of global responses to domestic violence This paper critically examines global responses to domestic violence, arguing that dominant criminalisation frameworks often fail to provide meaningful protection or long-term justice for survivors. Although many governments frame domestic violence as a problem best addressed through punishment, cross-regional case studies from Latin America, Asia, Africa, and Europe reveal the limits—and at times harms—of carceral approaches. Rather than dismantling patriarchal power structures, punitive responses frequently reproduce the gendered, racialised, and economic hierarchies that sustain violence. Drawing on intersectional feminism, critiques of carceral feminism, and masculinity studies, the paper evaluates both the ideological foundations and practical outcomes of carceral and non-carceral strategies. It also explores the promise and challenges of community-led, restorative, and survivor-centred alternatives. Ultimately, it argues for a reimagined approach to justice that moves beyond the punishment–impunity binary and centres survivor autonomy, structural transformation, and long-term collective safety. International Journal of Comparative and Applied Criminal Justice 9/12/2025 Research article A co-produced pilot prototype model for critical reflection in the police investigation of rape and serious sexual offences Rape and serious sexual offences (RASSO) investigations face complex and intrusive forensic evidential demands and a lengthy criminal justice process causing significant attrition, which can lead to entrenched attitudes exposing adherence to rape myths, resulting in the poor treatment of victim–survivors. Police organizations are inherently risk-averse, focusing on the scrutiny of mistakes, creating a ‘blame culture’. Critical reflective practice (CRP) is a mechanism to assess and diagnose practical operational approaches without focusing on blame. We deployed a CRP framework for RASSO investigations in one police force area, involving (a) evidence review and stakeholder consultation, (b) co-production of a model of CRP and (c) development and piloting of a prototype CRP model. The proposed CRP prototype model supported the After Action Review approach, which includes discrete phases of feedback, review, developing strategies for future tasks and assessing areas for improvement. We identified enhancements to this model, including creating a timely feedback loop to incorporate prior experiential knowledge and the importance of establishing psychological safety across all stages. This enhanced critical reflection model was perceived to have operational salience for RASSO investigations. International Journal of Police Science & Management 9/12/2025 Research article Shabana Mahmood ‘considering bombshell UK police changes’ with forces merged The Home Secretary is reported to be considering creating about 12 'mega' police forces to replace smaller constabularies. Express 9/12/2025 News National Action Plan to Combat Modern Slavery 2020-25 AUSTRALIA: The Australian Government is committed to taking action to eradicate modern slavery, and to protect and support victims of these crimes. This is why the ​Government has developed a new five year National Action Plan to Combat Modern Slavery 2020–25, which sets the strategic direction of Australia’s response to these crimes. ​​The National Action Plan to Combat Modern Slavery 2020-25 was launched on 9 December, 2020 by the Assistant Minister for Customs, Community Safety and Multicultural Affairs, The Hon. Jason Wood MP. The new National Action Plan builds on Australia’s efforts and initiatives under the​​​ ​National Action Plan to Combat Human Trafficking and Slavery 2015-19 . This includes implementation of Australia’s world-leading Modern Slavery Act 2018. Attorney-General's Department - Australian Government 9/12/2025 Report Peel police will continue to use company that OPP is investigating over government funding CANADA: The company facing an OPP criminal investigation into funding it received from the Ontario government will continue to serve as a mental health support for Peel Regional Police, the Star has learned. Toronto Star (Canada) 9/12/2025 News Standing Committee on Justice Policy: Study on intimate partner violence CANADA: A report on intimate partner violence and sexual violence in the province of Ontario - prevention and response. [PDF] Legislative Assembly of Ontario (Canada) 9/12/2025 Report «289290291292293294295296297Next ›Last » Upcoming events View all events
