Politics And The Police


Degree entry students can transfer onto force's new training scheme
(27/03/23) The Policing PLUS scheme will allow those who wish to transfer from the degree programme to do so, in a move that's expected to free up 100,000 hours a year from June.

Essex chief laments 'silent erosion of talent' as pay woes continue
(17/03/23) Speaking to new recruits at a passing out parade, Ben-Julian Harrington said a number of people are 'simply leaving quietly' because they can make more money elsewhere.

House of Lords back curbs on suspicionless protest stop and search
(15/03/23) Peers have demanded tighter restrictions on officers using stop and search without suspicion to tackle disruptive protests.

Bill to close firearms ammunition loophole gets cross party support
(06/03/23) The Bill would also require the operator of a miniature rifle range to be granted a firearms certificate by the police.