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Border Force has seized £72 million worth of cocaine following a tense operation that risked a huge compensation bill had their search proved unsuccessful.
The Lord Chancellor, after consulting the Lady Chief Justice, has approved the appointment of Catherine Brown as the interim Chair of the Legal Services Board (LSB).
Thousands of prison staff will be safer thanks to a new £15 million investment in protective body armour and Tasers as part of the Government’s Plan for Change.
Gov Facility Services Limited (GFSL) and HMP Leyhill are proud to announce the outstanding success of their ROTL employment scheme.
James McEwen has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS).
Hundreds more sex offenders could be given chemical suppressants as part of the Government’s latest efforts to crackdown on sex crimes.
Ministers have appointed 4 new members to the Police Remuneration Review Body (PRRB) and the National Crime Agency Remuneration Review Body (NCARRB).
Speech by the Minister for Policing and Crime Sarah Jones.
Attorney General Lord Hermer KC delivered a speech titled: “The Rule of Law: Powering Growth” at an event hosted by The Sheriffs of the City of London.
A national model collating when technology needs updating or will become obsolete enables the National Police Chiefs’ Council to make crucial funding decisions.
Registration is now open for the DBS Annual Conference 2025, taking place on 7 and 8 October.
Landmark legislation a legacy for the 97 lost at Hillsborough and a tribute to the families that have fought for change.
Chief Constable Simon Chesterman was proud to present commendations to officers who went above and beyond.
Applying advanced data technologies gives investigators faster insights, reduces effort duplication, and improves how information is shared across the system.
The Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice has announced the appointment of Cindy Butts to the role of Standing Advocate.
The CNC gathered to celebrate the achievements of long serving police officers and staff.
Victims compensated £50 million, a 165% increase on the previous year and the highest level in over half a decade, returning stolen money to where it belongs.
Security Minister Dan Jarvis delivered a speech at the City of London Police Authority Board on 9 September.
Thousands of criminals could be kept under additional surveillance by new technology to enhance how the Probation Service monitors offenders and cuts crime.
New UK capabilities will target criminals who profit from child sexual abuse, part of the government’s pledge to halve violence against women and girls.
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