Media MonitorSUBSCRIBE 97180 total results. Showing results 901 to 920 «424344454647484950Next ›Last » Crime Stoppers tips ‘invaluable’ as York Region sees increased levels of violence: police CANADA: Police in York Region say tips from the public are "invaluable" amid increasingly violent crimes, especially those involving multiple suspects. Jim MacSween, chief of York Regional Police, said Tuesday that tips sent to Crime Stoppers make a big difference to police investigations. "The work you do is invaluable to helping our members solve crimes through garnering anonymous tips recognized with cash rewards," he said, thanking the service. January marks Crime Stoppers month, he said. CBC News (Canada) 14/1/2025 News PCCs back call for lowering of legal blood alcohol limit for drivers The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners' (APCC) Addictions and Substance Misuse leads and their Roads Policing counterparts are jointly backing the British Medical Association's (BMA) call for a reduction in the legal blood alcohol limit for drivers. The BMA recently produced a consensus statement representing the views of a range of organisations including medical professional bodies, alcohol and road safety charities and campaign groups, along with police and emergency services. The statement outlines why they are in favour of reducing the amount of alcohol drivers can consume, alongside evidence showing that even small amounts of alcohol can impair driving ability, significantly increasing the risk of accidents. Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC) 14/1/2025 News Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy Keeping the public safe from the criminal misuse of AI; deploying ethical, transparent and ambitious AI to improve policing. The NPCC’s delivery of the AI strategy will ensure UK policing is ambitious in the deployment of AI that reflects our ethics and values. By harnessing the benefits of AI and deploying AI that reflects the best evidence, UK Policing will become more efficient and productive, meaning that we are better at meeting the needs of our communities and protecting them from the criminal use of AI. [PDF] National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) 14/1/2025 Report Q&A: Halifax Regional Police chief talks about 2025-26 budget, domestic violence, retail theft CANADA: Halifax Regional Police has asked the board of police commissioners for a 3.3 per cent increase in its budget for the coming year, from $98 million last year to $101.2 million in 2025-26. Police said in December that the increase in funding would support more civilian positions, including the addition of new roles in domestic violence support. The request comes three years after a committee tasked with defining "defunding the police" presented its findings, including a recommendation to make financial reforms to the police. Information Morning Nova Scotia's Portia Clark spoke with Halifax Regional Police Chief Don MacLean on Tuesday about the budget, the surge of domestic violence cases in the province and other ongoing cases. CBC News (Canada) 14/1/2025 Feature, Interview, Opinion Deputy police commissioner suspended due to criminal probe NEW ZEALAND: New Zealand's second most powerful police officer has been suspended, pending the outcome of a criminal investigation into his conduct. Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming is being investigated by the Independent Police Conduct Authority and the police. Otago Daily Times (New Zealand) 14/1/2025 News Protecting our police: Should NZ frontline officers carry guns? – The Front Page NEW ZEALAND: Growing concern about public safety has reignited the idea of arming our frontline police. The police union says 68% of officers support routine arming — and new police commissioner Richard Chambers is apparently ‘open’ to discussions around it — although he’s also said we’re ‘proud of having unarmed police’ and he’d like to keep it that way. NZ Herald (New Zealand) 14/1/2025 News Liberal leader Brad Battin says Victoria Police must ‘reallocate’ resources from woke and bureaucratic commands to community safety AUSTRALIA: Victoria's new Liberal leader has pledged to "reallocate" Victoria Police resources away from bureaucratic and woke divisional commands and back to community safety so more police are "on the beat and on the street". Sky News 14/1/2025 News Calls for urgent action on NT domestic violence after woman found dead near Alice Springs riverbed AUSTRALIA: The head of a women's safety service says urgent action is needed to address the NT's high rates of domestic violence. A 51-year-old woman was found dead near an Alice Springs riverbed on Monday. ABC News (Australia) 14/1/2025 News Judge dismisses racial abuse as ‘banter’ as fan escapes banning order Head of UK Football Policing Unit ‘baffled’ by ruling after ‘P***’ comments from Sheffield Wednesday fan to 15-year-old are labelled ‘banter between opposing supporters’ The Times - Subscription at source 14/1/2025 News Police chief condemns judge for dismissing racial abuse by football fan as ‘banter’ Judge said Sheffield Wednesday fan David Spencer’s words to 15-year-old carried ‘no violence or the threat of violence’ The Telegraph - Subscription at source 14/1/2025 News APCC backs call for reduction in legal blood alcohol limit for drivers The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC) is backing the British Medical Association’s (BMA) call for a reduction in the legal blood alcohol limit for drivers. Police Professional 14/1/2025 News Sex toy picture posted in police WhatsApp group A picture of a sex toy found in a vulnerable person's home was posted in a police Whatsapp group, a disciplinary hearing has heard. BBC 14/1/2025 News More than £13.5m of stolen vehicles and parts recovered by Essex Police The force has continued its drive to combat vehicle crime, in particular motor theft, and has seen an increase in the number of cases it has solved relating to these crimes. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 14/1/2025 News Pubwatch scheme aims to tackle serious violence in Cumbria The Pubwatch scheme will enable members to communicate with each other about suspicious acts and those engaging in violent behaviour or ongoing incidents. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 14/1/2025 News Investigation into drug-use room pilot launched The facility is the UK's first official consumption room for illegal drugs. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 14/1/2025 News From swearing to lying to bullying: Report reviews how some Island police officers misbehaved CANADA: Misconduct included swearing at an officer during a traffic stop, filming a prisoner masturbating in a cell, and lying about their military service records. Times Colonist (Canada) 14/1/2025 News New chief chosen to lead New Westminster Police Department CANADA: After an extensive national search, the New Westminster Police Board has appointed Paul Hyland as chief constable. Blue Line (Canada) 14/1/2025 News ‘A leader of immense calibre’ – Warm wishes as Laois Offaly Garda receives well deserved promotion REPUBLIC OF IRELAND: Congratulations and warm wishes have been extended to Chief Superintendent Eamon Curley of the Laois-Offaly Division on his well deserved promotion and transfer to Kilkenny. Offaly Live 14/1/2025 News Crime gangs in north Dublin targeted in large-scale Garda operation involving 39 searches REPUBLIC OF IRELAND: Drugs and burglary gangs targeted by 150 gardaà supported by armed support unit and public order units The Irish Times (Republic of Ireland) 14/1/2025 News Midlands Garda takes up new Chief Superintendent role REPUBLIC OF IRELAND: A leading Garda from the Midlands has been promoted to the rank of Chief Superintendent and will now be based in Kilkenny. Westmeath Independent (Republic of Ireland) 14/1/2025 News «424344454647484950Next ›Last » Upcoming events View all events
