College backs findings of better co-ordination during pandemic

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College backs findings of 'better co-ordination' during pandemic

The pandemic has sped up changes in IT and national co-ordination, according to the College of Policing.

Date - 17th February 2021
By - Chris Smith

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The College of Policing has used its February update to officers to highlight research on how the COVID-19 outbreak has been a catalyst for remote working and better national coordination. It has shared the report by the Police Foundation and Crest...

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