Media MonitorSUBSCRIBE 97231 total results. Showing results 1761 to 1780 «858687888990919293Next ›Last » Devon and Cornwall PCC asks for emergency funding to pay three Chief Constable salaries In effect, more than £500,000 is being paid out by the force to pay for the three Chief Constable salaries annually. Currently two chief constables are serving ongoing suspensions and last month DCP’s Police and Crime Commissioner Alison Hernandez wrote to the Government to ask for additional funds. Police Oracle 16/12/2024 News Mandatory randomised re-vetting will be introduced as part of new CoP guidance The new guidance says every clearance holder must have their vetting reviewed at least once a year to proactively search for any changes in circumstance or concerning information. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 16/12/2024 News Former police chiefs join Parole Board to ‘inject tougher approach’ in wake of scandals Martyn Underhill led inquiry into the murder of Sarah Payne, while Richard Tucker said playing rugby would reduce gang violence The Telegraph - Subscription at source 16/12/2024 News Crime prevention in the digital age: Challenges and technologies for policing in Aflao border township in Ghana The development of technological innovation has made a substantial contribution to crime prevention and policing. The study draws the connection between challenges in crime prevention and technology deployment in Aflao border Township. Methodologically, the data from the study was drawn primarily from interviews with police officers. The study revealed that understaffing, cross-border crime, the proliferation of unapproved routes, lack of a crime scene team, logistics, and lack of cooperation from border residents were core challenges confronting officers. The study concludes that technology deployment in Aflao, although rudimentary, helps mitigate the hard means of dealing with crime. The Police Journal: Theory Practice and Principles - Subscription at source 16/12/2024 Research article Saskatoon police say drug decriminalization ‘alone is not sufficient’ CANADA: The Saskatoon Police Service is reaffirming its commitment to approach drug use as a public health issue in a report to the police board this week — but not without reservation. While it says the service “as a whole” has embraced that “shift in mindset” — with officers being instructed not to lay charges for simple possession and instead refer them to support — the lack of suitable treatment services for drug users means they have few options at their disposal to deal with something that is still technically a crime. CTV News (Canada) 16/12/2024 News ‘It’s about breaking barriers and challenging perceptions’: Peel police pledges 30 per cent women recruits by 2030 CANADA: Peel Police has pledged to the 30x30 initiative to increase the representation of women in police recruit classes to 30 per cent by 2030. Toronto Star (Canada) 16/12/2024 News ‘Rude shock’: Police union boss issues grim prediction for Victoria’s yearly crime statistics AUSTRALIA: Secretary of the Victorian Police Association Wayne Gatt has issued a grim prediction for the yearly crime statistics in Victoria. The statistics are set to be released on Thursday, and the police union boss says the state is in for a “rude shock”. 3AW (Australia) 16/12/2024 Audio, Feature, Interview, Opinion MP slams police for paying three £180k salaries A Cornwall MP has criticised the local police force for a "leadership melodrama" that has resulted in three people being paid a £180,000 chief constable salary. BBC 16/12/2024 News Special constable shared sensitive data on WhatsApp A special constable who shared sensitive personal data has been barred from policing. BBC 16/12/2024 News New Agreement To Attract And Retain Police AUSTRALIA: The State Government and the Police Association of South Australia (PASA) have reached agreement on a significant package of reforms to support the attraction and retention of South Australian police officers. Mirage News 16/12/2024 News No Excessive Force Used In Fatal Shooting In Feilding NEW ZEALAND: The Independent Police Conduct Authority has found that Police were justified in their decision to shoot Darren Lyttle following an encounter at Mr Lyttle's home address in Feilding on 23 April 2023. However, we are of the view that Police command and control of the incident was inadequate and that the use of tactical options in quick succession prematurely escalated the situation. Mirage News 16/12/2024 News Australian Federal Police officer to face Supreme Court trial on charges including perjury, concealing evidence AUSTRALIA: An Australian Federal Police detective facing charges including perjury and perverting the course of justice will face trial in the ACT Supreme Court. Detective leading senior constable Trent Madders has been suspended from duty since being charged in July. ABC News (Australia) 16/12/2024 News South Australian Police win biggest pay rise in 30 years AUSTRALIA: South Australia Police officers will receive the biggest pay increase in 30 years. The state's police association negotiated a wage rise of up to 17.9 per cent over the next year. The deal aims at attracting and retaining police officers. Sky News 16/12/2024 News Retiring Hertfordshire chief constable joins Police Federation The Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW) has appointed Charlie Hall QPM as a strategic adviser. Currently chief constable of Hertfordshire Constabulary, he will take up this new role when he retires from the police service at the end of this month. Police Professional 16/12/2024 News Twenty officers injured over 24-hour period in Northern Ireland Twenty police officers were injured, some seriously, over a 24-hour period in Northern Ireland Police Professional 16/12/2024 News New chief constable appointed to lead Gwent Police Mark Hobrough has been confirmed as the new chief constable of Gwent Police, having led the force on a temporary basis since August Police Professional 16/12/2024 News Vetting authorised professional practice Everyone within, working with, representing or delivering a service for the police service must maintain and support the highest ethical and professional standards. College of Policing 16/12/2024 Report Bravery of officers praised after residents rescued from fire The bravery of two Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) officers, together with members of the public, has been praised after they entered a burning building in Willesden to rescue occupants who were inside. Police Professional 16/12/2024 News New ‘robust’ vetting guidance for police forces published by College of Policing New and more robust vetting standards have been introduced for potential and serving police officers and staff, to ensure that only those who are suitable can join, and remain, in policing. Police Professional 16/12/2024 News New vetting guidance published New and more robust vetting standards have been introduced for potential and serving police officers and staff. This ensures that only those who are suitable can join, and remain, in policing. College of Policing 16/12/2024 News «858687888990919293Next ›Last » Upcoming events View all events
