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Super-complaint from the Centre for Women’s Justice about the length of police investigations into sexual offences.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has announced the largest reforms to policing since the police service was founded 2 centuries ago.
Operation Hermes tested the CCC’s response to a simulated attack, evaluating rapid notifications, co-ordination, and decision-making under pressure.
Home Secretaries will be given new powers to sack chief constables who fail their communities.
Letter from HM Chief Inspector of Constabulary and HM Chief Inspector of Fire & Rescue Services to the Home Secretary on the inspection progress so far.
Police teams across Scotland are recognised for maintaining safety, supporting communities and remaining operational despite severe winter weather.
Knife crime is falling and communities are safer thanks to a year of decisive action by the Home Office and the police.
Dame Carol Black GBE has been appointed to the role of independent adviser to the UK government on drugs for a 3-year term until November 2028.
Forces will receive up to £19.5 billion next year to help drive out crime and antisocial behaviour from town centres.
The first End Point Assessment for probationary police officers in Scotland has taken place at Dounreay and Garlogie.
CNC recognised for EDI work, improved support for carers and families, reduced gender pay gap, and expanding staff inclusion networks.
New anti-corruption strategy 2025 will drive dirty money out of the UK, strengthening national security and putting more money into working people's pockets.
Three arrested in Barrow after a multi-agency Project Servator stop uncovers suspected drugs and cash with further property searches carried out in Millom.
Statement on the launch of the government consultation on a new legal framework for the use of facial recognition and similar technologies in law enforcement.
A nationwide crackdown on crime and antisocial behaviour this winter has been launched.
The CNC has reinforced its wellbeing focus through the Police Covenant, helping shape national best practice and earning recognition for its health initiatives.
The Civil Nuclear Constabulary (CNC) welcomes its newest recruits.
Civil Nuclear Constabulary apprentice officers put their learning into action as they head towards end point assessments.
Specialist officers safely escorted MOX fuel from Europe to Asia, earning praise for their maritime security and showcasing strong global nuclear partnerships.
Lord Macdonald to lead review of public order and hate crime legislation.
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