The Brief: Anonymity in the spotlight

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GMP much improved but offender management needs further work - HMICFRS' last inspection took place in 2021 when the force was in special measures, from which it was removed in October 2022.

PSNI opens new 21-cell custody suite - The £15m facility will provide custody provision for the entire north west and is expected to detain an average of between 400 and 500 people each month.

Police Scotland's DCC Designate to retire in the New Year - Recruitment has opened today for the position.

PC who advises fellow officers given award recognition - Officer who became a Federation rep shortly after completing probation recognised for supporting colleagues facing misconduct and sickness issues.

The Brief: Anonymity in the spotlight

How does the justice system balance the rights of police officers to be protected with that of bereaved families and the principles of open justice? Our specialist police chambers examine the issue.

Date - 18th March 2020
By - Matthew Butt QC

Policing is a unique vocation. Police officers, often by necessity, come into contact with individuals who mean harm to them and others. The deliberate targeting of police officers in the 2017 London terrorist attacks was a terrible reminder of...

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