Media MonitorSUBSCRIBE 115133 total results. Showing results 8921 to 8940 «443444445446447448449450451Next ›Last » Tougher knife laws aren’t the only solution to Victoria’s violent crime problem Increases in knife-crime offences have prompted calls for the introduction of Jack’s Law in Victoria, an approach enabling police to carry out random ‘wanding’ searches for weapons that is already in place in several Australian states including Queensland and New South Wales; but Criminology Senior Lecturer Dr Joel McGregor of Swinburne University of Technology argues that research suggests the approach has little benefit, and that addressing prevention and support would be more effective. Policing Insight 24/9/2025 Feature, Opinion Europe’s most innovative law enforcement projects honoured at Europol’s 2025 Excellence Awards EUROPE: At the annual European Police Chiefs Convention (EPCC) in The Hague, Europol announced the winners of the 2025 Europol Excellence Awards in Innovation. These awards recognise outstanding projects that demonstrate how innovation can strengthen operational effectiveness, ethical policing, and cross-border cooperation in Europe. Europol 24/9/2025 News Mal Lanyon chosen as next NSW Police Force commissioner AUSTRALIA: NSW Police Deputy Commissioner Mal Lanyon says he has learnt from his previous "mistakes" after it was revealed he has been selected to take over the top job. The 38-year veteran of the force said it was an "honour" to have the opportunity to serve as the next commissioner and underscored his desire for unity in the force. ABC News (Australia) 24/9/2025 News PSNI to publish review into journalists’ phone surveillance A report to be published later today will reveal details about the use of surveillance against journalists by the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI). It is likely to be critical of how the police used reporters' telephone numbers to check for leaks of information. BBC 24/9/2025 News Can enhanced street lighting improve public safety at scale? Research Summary: Street crimes are thought to be influenced by changes in ambient lighting; yet, most studies have focused on small-scale interventions in limited areas. It remains unclear whether enhanced lighting can improve safety on a larger, jurisdiction-wide scale. This study examined the first 10 months of Philadelphia's citywide rollout of enhanced street lighting. Between August 2023 and May 2024, 34,374 streetlights were upgraded across 13,275 street segments, converting roughly one third of the city's street segments to new LED (light-emitting diode) fixtures that provide clearer and more even lighting. We assessed the impact of these upgrades on total crimes, violent crimes, property crimes, and nuisance crimes. Our findings reveal a 15% decline in outdoor nighttime street crimes and a 21% reduction in outdoor nighttime gun violence following the streetlight upgrades. The streetlight upgrades may have contributed to 5% of the citywide decline in Philadelphia gun violence during the study period. Qualitative data also suggest that resident perceptions of safety and neighborhood vitality improved after new streetlights were installed. Policy Implications: Although prior research has mostly focused on small-scale implementations, our study demonstrates that improvements in street lighting can significantly reduce crime rates across large urban areas. These results support the adoption of energy-efficient LED street lighting as a crime reduction strategy for cities. Further research is needed to explore the impact of enhanced streetlight interventions on other types of crime and to determine whether the crime reduction benefits are sustained when these upgrades are implemented across the entire City of Philadelphia for an extended period. Criminology and Public Policy 24/9/2025 Research article Met Police officer jailed for raping two women after thinking he was ‘above the law’ Jake Cummings, 26, was also found guilty of coercive behaviour, voyeurism and stalking Express 24/9/2025 News Mal Lanyon defends suitability for role after being named NSW police commissioner AUSTRALIA: Premier Chris Minns said his decision wasn’t made on who had a ‘perfect record’, but who could provide ‘exceptional leadership’ The Guardian 24/9/2025 News New deputy chief constable appointed at Surrey Police Surrey Police has appointed Mark McEwan as its next deputy chief constable. Police Professional 24/9/2025 News Despite past controversy, NSW Police commissioner Mal Lanyon has a strong backing AUSTRALIA: For Mal Lanyon, Wednesday morning would have been both one of his proudest moments, and his most uncomfortable. ABC News (Australia) 24/9/2025 Analysis, Feature Police Remembrance Day to honour Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming in Nelson NEW ZEALAND: This year will mark the first without Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming at the New Zealand Police’s annual Remembrance Day on September 29. The New Zealand Herald (New Zealand) - Subscription at source 24/9/2025 News Garda traffic units have net increase of just 19 officers despite pledges of more resources REPUBLIC OF IRELAND: Former garda commissioner Drew Harris vowed to add 150 more officers to road policing units by the end of this year Irish Independent (Republic of Ireland) - Subscription at source 24/9/2025 News Garda Superintendents to air frustrations at annual conference REOUBLIC OF IRELAND: Garda Superintendents say they are frustrated in their work because they are constrained by bureaucracy, limited resources, and ever-growing demands. RTÉ (Republic of Ireland) 24/9/2025 News Next generation: Tools and technologies for the protection of public spaces The recent completion of the two-year EU PRECRISIS project has culminated in the publication of a series of operational briefings designed to “inform and add value” to all stakeholders engaged in delivering safety and security at public spaces, including law enforcement, other first responders, local authorities and urban developers, as well as private-sector partners, as Policing Insight’s Andrew Staniforth reports. Policing Insight - Subscription at source 24/9/2025 Analysis, Feature, Innovation ‘See it. Say it. Sorted’ gets first major refresh in a decade Train passengers across Great Britain will start to see new posters and hear updated announcements, as the familiar ‘See it. Say it. Sorted’ campaign receives its first major update since it launched in 2016. Emergency Services Times 24/9/2025 News Outstanding policing recognised in President’s Awards Superintendents from across England and Wales have been recognised for their exceptional leadership, innovation and commitment to policing at this year’s Police Superintendents’ Association (PSA) President’s Awards. Emergency Services Times 24/9/2025 News Police dog unit expands public safety role with national accreditation courses Staffordshire Police has launched a new training programme to help tackle a national shortage of accredited search dogs, aiming to strengthen public safety at venues and events. Emergency Services Times 24/9/2025 News Border Force outsmarts criminal gangs to seize one tonne of cocaine Border Force has seized £72 million worth of cocaine following a tense operation that risked a huge compensation bill had their search proved unsuccessful. Home Office 23/9/2025 News Ex-Met officer raped two women during ‘campaign of abuse’ Jake Cummings jailed for 16 years having been found guilty of coercive controlling behaviour, voyeurism and rape The Telegraph - Subscription at source 23/9/2025 News Ottawa police to wear cameras CANADA: Thirty Ottawa police officers will begin wearing body-worn cameras in November as part of a new pilot project. CTV’s Stefan Keyes reports. CTV News (Canada) 23/9/2025 News, Video Chiefs of Police release recommendations to reduce violent offences and the impact on communities CANADA: Peel Regional Police and the Peel Police Service Board hosted Ontario’s first policing-led Victims and Survivors Symposium, bringing together victims, survivors, community partners, and police services to address the impacts of violent crime and repeat offenders, highlight systemic gaps, and call for change. As part of the symposium, the Chiefs of Police from Peel, Durham, Halton, and York released recommendations to strengthen bail reform, improve access to supports for victims and survivors, and advance legislative changes to address violent crimes and reduce harm. Peel Regional Police (Canada) 23/9/2025 News «443444445446447448449450451Next ›Last » Upcoming events View all events
