Tag Archives: UK

The London Metropolitan Police recently underwent an independent review that found it to be “institutionally racist, misogynistic and homophobic,” as reported here. The Met Commissioner has accepted the findings though he questions whether the problems are institutional. Among the recommendations … Continue reading →

Ongoing reviews by Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary (HMIC) have so far found 14 of 29 English forces rating as inadequate or requiring improvement in relation to crime investigation standards, as reported here. Only 7 have been rated good. Problems … Continue reading →

Norwell Roberts was the first Black officer in the London Metropolitan Police in the post-World War II era. He endured a lot of racist behavior within the police during his 30-year career, as reported here. On his very first day … Continue reading →

The UK Home Secretary has commissioned a national review of policing productivity, due to be completed in Spring 2023, as reported here. The review will be led by the National Police Chiefs’ Council, “supported by an advisory board including Her … Continue reading →

For-profit children’s homes in the UK generate more police calls and more whistleblower complaints than homes run by charities and local councils, as reported here. The differences are relatively modest, but advocates argue that the for-profit homes should do better, … Continue reading →

The UK has published its Strategic Review of Policing following 2+ years of analysis and consultation, available here. Amongst 56 specific recommendations, the review’s foreword highlights 5 significant ones: (1) “a radical shift to a more systemic preventative approach;” (2) … Continue reading →

Nice application here that immerses the viewer in a rural UK farm and explains various crime prevention measures to reduce thefts and related offenses. Lancashire Police provide background information here: “Farm Defender is a virtual reality (VR) experience that uses … Continue reading →

Cressida Dick, the first woman commissioner of the London Metropolitan Police, has resigned after 5 years in the position, following several scandals and mounting political pressure. In this column, several officials present their views on changes that are needed in … Continue reading →