Media MonitorSUBSCRIBE 102731 total results. Showing results 6561 to 6580 «325326327328329330331332333Next ›Last » Issues with using police data to investigate offending: A research perspective Police data is an important source of information for researchers about investigations, suspects, and victims. However, crime records can be problematic to work with. Here we outline three key issues along with our approach. We discuss data quality, which reflects missing and misclassified values; inconsistency, which refers to the vague and at times different definitions provided; and granularity, which reflects the lack of detailed information included in the datasets. We recommend developing a robust strategy for working with missing data, triangulating across different sources, creating higher-order categories where necessary, and creating a detailed data governance plan before analysis begins. The Police Journal: Theory Practice and Principles - Subscription at source 9/1/2025 Research article Children at threat from ‘all races and genders’, police chief says Officers urged not to become distracted by media focus on child sex abusers’ ethnicity The Times - Subscription at source 9/1/2025 News DCC Alistair Sutherland to retire in 2025 After thirty-nine years in policing, Alistair Sutherland has taken the decision to retire as Deputy Chief Constable of British Transport Police (BTP) in April 2025. British Transport Police 9/1/2025 News Paul Hyland named as New Westminster’s new police chief CANADA: It’s official: After serving as acting police chief, Paul Hyland is named chief constable of the New Westminster Police Department. New Westminster Record (Canada) 9/1/2025 News Met Police officer in court charged with assault A Met police officer is due to appear in court this week on an assault charge, following an investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC). PC Rajan Solanki, 28, will appear at Westminster Magistrates Court on Friday 10 January charged with assault by beating. Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) 9/1/2025 News Formal education push for frontline domestic violence workers As authorities grapple with the ongoing threat of domestic violence, police and researchers argue more formal education is needed for the frontline workers dealing with victims. More than 50 women were allegedly murdered by a man in 2024 and statistics show one in four women have experienced violence from their partner since the age of 15. Police say structured learning can help frontline workers get a deeper understanding of the issue. ABC Listen (Australia) 9/1/2025 Audio, Feature Former Lincolnshire Police inspector would have been dismissed over use of force A former Lincolnshire Police officer would have been dismissed if still serving for his use of force on a man at a roadside following an apparent road rage incident. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) reviewed how the force handled a complaint from the man following the altercation with then Inspector Jonathan Mellor at the side of the A46 near Aubourn on 26 May 2021. Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) 9/1/2025 News How ‘least cost’ thinking has left us dangerously exposed NEW ZEALAND: There is a long list of decisions, both commercial and political, that might have made sense up-close to some at the time, but when panning out and with time to reflect, the fish-hooks and implications become clear. The Post (New Zealand) 9/1/2025 Feature, Opinion Roadside saliva testing could speed up drug-driving prosecutions, Tory MP says The former Lancashire PCC said that arrest rates for drug driving have improved but prosecutions 'take months.' Police Oracle - Subscription at source 9/1/2025 News How Cambridgeshire Constabulary is policing Peterborough’s sex worker industry The force is trying to locate high risk offenders, make arrests where possible and take DNA samples to see if they are linked to other serious crimes. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 9/1/2025 News Ex-inspector would have been dismissed after road rage incident The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) reviewed how Lincolnshire Police handled a complaint from the victim that the inspector had used unnecessary and excessive force. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 9/1/2025 News Children at threat from ‘all races and genders’, police chief says Officers urged not to become distracted by media focus on child sex abusers’ ethnicity The Times - Subscription at source 9/1/2025 News Gwent Police opens new multi-million pound sustainable facility A new multi-million pound eco-friendly police facility in Abergavenny has officially opened its doors for duty, serving as a new base to enhance neighbourhood policing services. Police Professional 9/1/2025 News PCC Joy Allen appointed chair of BlueLight Commercial board Police and crime commissioner (PCC) Joy Allen has been appointed as the new chair of the BlueLight Commercial board. Police Professional 9/1/2025 News Former police inspector would have been dismissed over use of force A former Lincolnshire Police officer would have been dismissed if still serving for his use of force on a man at a roadside following an apparent road rage incident. Police Professional 9/1/2025 News UK’s first self-assessment modern slavery risk checker launched The free, online checker asks individuals to answer a series of questions to see if they may be experiencing, or are at risk of, criminal or sexual exploitation. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 9/1/2025 News New edition of Police National Honours Handbook released The new guide includes information on how to nominate people for both Gallantry awards and National Honours. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 9/1/2025 News PCC Joy Allen appointed as chair on BlueLight Commercial Board She replaces Kent PCC Mathew Scott who has chaired the procurement company since it was set up with Home Office funding five years ago. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 9/1/2025 News Toronto Police Service marks five-year milestone in ongoing Race and Identity-Based Data Collection Strategy CANADA: This January marks the fifth year since the Toronto Police Service embarked on its Race and Identity-Based Data Collection (RBDC) Strategy, which is designed to unfold in phases. Blue Line (Canada) 9/1/2025 News Looking through the lens of a first responder in need CANADA: That feeling that it hurts too much to be in this world. The thoughts that say, “I am a burden to everyone, especially my family.” Blue Line (Canada) 9/1/2025 Feature «325326327328329330331332333Next ›Last » Upcoming events View all events
