Media MonitorSUBSCRIBE 104967 total results. Showing results 11341 to 11360 «564565566567568569570571572Next ›Last » Federation condemns ‘utter lack of balance’ in Panorama documentary on Chris Kaba shooting The Metropolitan Police Federation (MPF) has condemned the “utter lack of balance” in the BBC Panorama documentary into the death of Chris Kaba. Police Professional 5/11/2024 News Hundreds of police officers sacked for bad behaviour New figures show a 50% rise in the number of police officers sacked and barred from returning to work in England and Wales. BBC 5/11/2024 News Police officer in court charged with rape of woman A police officer has appeared in court in Aberdeen charged with rape. BBC 5/11/2024 News County Lines are changing to become more localised, reveals new County Lines Strategic Threat Risk Assessment County Lines is a higher risk enterprise for those criminals’ intent on controlling lines. The National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) County Lines and Gangs alongside the National County Lines Coordination Centre (NCLCC) have today (5/11) released the County Lines Strategic Threat Risk Assessment covering the period from April 2023 to March 2024. National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) 5/11/2024 News 3D-printed gun ban on police’s radar NEW ZEALAND: The number of guns being made using 3D printers is on the rise in New Zealand, and police say the technology is getting better and better. And police say they might push for a ban on downloading the plans to build them - but it is a complex area. RNZ (Radio New Zealand) 5/11/2024 News Scotland’s road deaths ‘unacceptable’ as watchdog questions policing A review of road policing in Scotland has found a reduction in activity to be a factor in the rise of the number of serious collisions occurring in Scotland. A report published by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary in Scotland (HMICS) notes the total number of people killed or injured on Scotland’s roads has increased every year for the past four years. The Herald (Scotland) 5/11/2024 News Understanding the criminal justice system: Gatekeepers? The police and the wider criminal justice system In the second article in a new chapter of The Police Student series, Policing Insight Academic Editor Dr Carina O'Reilly explores the role of policing within the wider criminal justice system, including the craft of policing, the importance and impact of discretion, and policing's relationship with the Crown Prosecution Service. Policing Insight - Subscription at source 5/11/2024 Feature Police watchdog warning amid rise in road casualties Police Scotland is detecting significantly less crime on the country's roads despite increasing numbers of deaths and injuries. A new report, external by His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary in Scotland (HMICS) reveals there has been a 63% drop in recorded offences since 2013. But the number of people killed or injured has increased each year since 2020 - and fatalities are already 26% higher than last year. The force said it was already working to meet some of the watchdog's recommendations. BBC 5/11/2024 News Thames Valley Police marks two years of ‘pioneering’ unit Thames Valley Police has reflected on the "meaningful and impactful work" carried out by a "pioneering" unit it launched two years ago. In October 2022, the force became the first in the UK to launch its own Behavioural Science Unit, aiming to improve its understanding of human behaviour and create lasting positive changes in the force. The unit is dedicated to identifying specific internal behaviours, patterns, biases, and motivations and works to improve quality of life for officers, staff, and communities. Oxford Mail 5/11/2024 News Shoplifting levels ‘unacceptable’, inquiry finds Shoplifting is at "unacceptable" levels and not being tackled properly, a Lords inquiry has found. The crime is seriously underreported and the problem is so urgent police forces need to take "immediate action", according to the House of Lords Justice and Home Affairs Committee. BBC 5/11/2024 News Zimbabwe bans police from using mobile phones while on duty ZIMBABWE: Zimbabwe's government has banned "with immediate effect" police officers from using mobile phones while working. The ban is contained in a memo, ordering police officers to abandon their private communication gadgets while on duty. All officers are required to surrender their mobile phones to their supervisors once they get to their stations and only use them during their break time. BBC 5/11/2024 News Thematic inspection of road policing in Scotland The aim of this inspection, undertaken by HM Inspectorate of Constabulary in Scotland (HMICS), was to assess the state, efficiency and effectiveness of the delivery of road policing arrangements in Scotland. The resultant inspection report is based on a comprehensive review, which involved engaging with specialist road policing officers and with local policing officers across Scotland. We also met with partners and other key stakeholders. We were particularly grateful to have the assistance of charitable organisations who support vulnerable road users and people who have been affected by serious road collisions. We visited other UK police services and best practice from other areas have been highlighted. This report outlines key findings which highlight very positive partnership working arrangements found during our inspection. We were particularly impressed by the professionalism and commitment of the road policing officers we engaged with. The recommendations made, are intended to strengthen the partnership approach to road safety and road crime - in order to make Scotland’s roads safer. HM Inspectorate of Constabulary in Scotland (HMICS) 5/11/2024 Report Police Scotland urged to review its commitment to road policing A reduction in police activity targeting the most common causes of fatal crashes has been identified as a key factor affecting Police Scotland’s ability to keep people safe on the nation’s roads. A new report by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary in Scotland notes that since 2020 the total number of people killed or injured on Scotland’s roads has increased each year. HM Inspectorate of Constabulary in Scotland (HMICS) 5/11/2024 News IOPC statement in response to Panorama documentary ‘The Chris Kaba Shooting’ An IOPC spokesperson said: “We are disappointed that the IOPC was not asked to participate in the BBC Panorama documentary and the views expressed by former Regional Director Sal Naseem, do not represent the official views of the organisation. Mr Naseem left the IOPC before the investigation was completed – he did not make the decision to begin a criminal investigation or to refer to the Crown Prosecution Service. Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) 5/11/2024 News Almost 600 police officers sacked or barred in the year to March The 593 officers sacked or barred during this period is a 50% rise on the number of officers let go in the previous 12 months. Fifty percent more police officers were sacked or barred from the service in the year to March, according to new figures. Police Oracle 5/11/2024 News Reduced police activity contributing to increased number of road fatalities HM Chief Inspector of Constabulary in Scotland, Craig Naylor, says that 'no single factor' has led to this increase but reduced enforcement activity doesn't help. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 5/11/2024 News Police officers sacked and barred rises to nearly 600 in just 12 months The number of those kicked out and barred from returning to the job was a 50% increase on the 394 officers sacked in the previous 12 months, the College of Policing said. Sky News 5/11/2024 News Stop trivialising store theft by calling it ‘shoplifting’, policing minister told Plus: exclusive op-ed from Lord Foster of Bath, chairman of House of Lords Justice and Home Affairs Committee The Telegraph - Subscription at source 5/11/2024 News Record 600 police officers sacked in England and Wales The officers were dismissed in the year to March 31, with dishonesty and discriminatory behaviour the most common reasons The Times - Subscription at source 5/11/2024 News Trainee PC who made rape joke banned from police A trainee police officer who joked about raping a colleague has been told he would have been sacked had he not already resigned. BBC 5/11/2024 News «564565566567568569570571572Next ›Last » Upcoming events View all events
