Media MonitorSUBSCRIBE 97187 total results. Showing results 1121 to 1140 «535455565758596061Next ›Last » Investigation into Met Police’s handling of some Mohamed al Fayed allegations The Metropolitan Police is currently reviewing a total of 21 allegations made before the former Harrods boss died in 2023 and referred two of those to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) in November. Sky News 8/1/2025 News Federation: New “rushed” rules on police vetting are unfair and lack balance Chair Darren Pemble was speaking after the Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW) announced that it is looking into legal action to stop new vetting rules that it says will unfairly destroy the careers of good police officers. While the PFEW says it supports a tightening of the current vetting system, any new rules should be backed by Government regulation and an independent process. Currently, both the PFEW and the Police Superintendents’ Association oppose the new vetting guidance drawn up by the College of Policing. Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW) 8/1/2025 News Remains of police chief believed to be found after house fire: Manitoba First Nations Police Service CANADA: Remains were found in RM of Portage la Prairie home belonging to Chief Doug Palson on Wednesday, RCMP say CBC News (Canada) 8/1/2025 News Tax rises and job cuts as police at ‘tipping point’ Residents could pay more for policing as a force warns it has already cut community officer numbers to urgently balance its books. Avon and Somerset Police is continuing to reduce its number of PCSOs (police community support officers) and civilian staff, and hopes to raise its council tax share to protect frontline officers. "Even with the maximum precept we will still have savings to make in this financial year of £6.4million," Chief Constable Sarah Crew told BBC Radio Bristol. BBC 8/1/2025 News The Investigator Magazine Issue 1 – 2025 Welcome to the latest issue of our new look magazine that aims to highlight latest thinking and best practice in the world of criminal investigation. [PDF] The Investigator 8/1/2025 Report People smugglers to have finances targeted with sanctions New sanctions targeting the finances of people smuggling networks will make it harder for gangs to profit from the deadly trade, the Home Office has said. Foreign Secretary David Lammy told the BBC that would involve freezing the bank accounts and assets of "those that help to get people into this country" illegally, as well as travel bans. BBC 8/1/2025 News Firearms and assaults: The risks Northland police face on the frontline NEW ZEALAND: The death of Nelson policewoman Lyn Fleming has weighed on the minds of officers, Northland’s top cop says. Public concern for the safety of frontline police has been mounting since Fleming, 62, was struck by a vehicle in central Nelson on New Year’s Day. Police announced on Tuesday that a special funeral service will be held on January 16 for the veteran officer of 38 years. A 32-year-old Tasman man accused of her murder has been remanded in custody until February 14. Northland district commander Superintendent Matthew Srhoj said the effects of Fleming’s death were felt nationwide. NZ Herald (New Zealand) 8/1/2025 News Police inspector used unreasonable force on driver A former inspector of Lincolnshire Police who punched a man while on duty would have been dismissed if he had not already retired, a hearing has concluded. BBC 8/1/2025 News IOPC welcomes the responses to recommendations made in the joint super-complaint investigation into the police response to stalking Today (8 January) responses to the recommendations made in the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC), HM Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) and the College of Policing report into the Suzy Lamplugh Trust super-complaint regarding the police response to stalking have been published. Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) 8/1/2025 News Humberside Police achieves ‘net zero’ award in partnership with fire and rescue service Humberside Police has achieved an Oh Yes! Net Zero Gold membership Award in partnership with Humberside Fire and Rescue, which recognises and promotes a commitment to reducing carbon emissions. Police Professional 8/1/2025 News Investigation into complaints about Met’s handling of Al Fayed allegations Two complaints from victim-survivors about the Met Police’s handling of allegations they made against Mohamed Al Fayed, will be investigated by the Met’s Directorate of Professional Standards (DPS), under our direction. Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) 8/1/2025 News Firearms and assaults: The risks Northland police face on the frontline NEW ZEALAND: The death of Nelson policewoman Lyn Fleming has weighed on the minds of officers, Northland’s top cop says. Public concern for the safety of frontline police has been mounting since Fleming, 62, was struck by a vehicle in central Nelson on New Year’s Day. NZ Herald (New Zealand) 8/1/2025 News PCC welcomes new chief constable of Hertfordshire Constabulary Police and crime commissioner (PCC) Jonathan Ash-Edwards says Andy Prophet has “already hit the ground running” as he welcomed the new chief constable of Hertfordshire Constabulary. Police Professional 8/1/2025 News Australian Federal Police and DXC win award for neurodiversity employment program AUSTRALIA: The AFP has been recognised for its efforts to create alternative pathways into law enforcement for neurodiverse individuals, awarded for a program in partnership with DXC Technology. consultancy.com.au 8/1/2025 News West Midlands Police launches major drive to crack down on crime West Midlands Police has launched a major new drive to bring down crime and improve the quality of life for people in communities around the area. Police Professional 8/1/2025 News Investigation into complaints about MPS’s handling of Al Fayed allegations Two complaints from victim-survivors about the Metropolitan Police Service’s (MPS) handling of allegations they made against Mohamed Al Fayed, will be investigated by the force’s Directorate of Professional Standards (DPS). Police Professional 8/1/2025 News Government to make it mandatory to report child sexual abuse The Home Secretary says those who cover up or fail to report child sexual abuse could face professional or criminal sanctions under a new offence to be introduced this year. Police Professional 8/1/2025 News Youth Crime Taskforce receives funding boost AUSTRALIA: The Queensland Government has committed to provide $15.452 million in funding over four years to the Queensland Police Youth Crime Taskforce. The commitment delivers certainty for the Taskforce to continue its operations and with the Making Queensland Safer Laws in effect, gives police the strong laws needed to be effective in tackling youth crime. Council Magazine 8/1/2025 News Responses to stalking super-complaint published Responses to the Suzy Lamplugh Trust super-complaint regarding the police response to stalking have now been published. Police Professional 8/1/2025 News Independent review into policing of hunting-related activities in Warwickshire published An independent review into Warwickshire Police’s handling of anti-social behaviour issues related to the Warwickshire Hunt has been published. Police Professional 8/1/2025 News «535455565758596061Next ›Last » Upcoming events View all events
