South East


Man "accepts" responsibility for killing PCSO but denies murder
(09/05/22) As his trial opened today, 22-year-old Callum Wheeler accepted killing Kent PCSO Julia James.

Hampshire PCC calls for more open misconduct hearings
(04/05/22) PCC Donna Jones spoke with Police Oracle about how she is ensuring misconduct hearings within her force are both fair and transparent.

Borough command: are we ready to call time on 43 forces?
(29/04/22) Does the current 43 force structure allow local policing to succeed? Criminology researcher Mark Brown considers a more local alternative.

Four forces must improve public contacts, HMI warns
(28/04/22) Five forces have received mixed PEEL assessments. Leicestershire delivered despite tough challenges but four others must improve - including call handling.