Procurement


Force uses consultants to implement child protection recommendations
(16/05/23) Staffordshire's 2021 HMICFRS inspection highlighted "fundamental changes" that needed to take place urgently within the force's child protection arrangements and practices.

New approved body armour 'is lighter with more protection'
(05/04/23) The Federation's Wellbeing Lead, Belinda Goodwin, told Police Oracle that the 3rd Generation Body Armour has been approved and is urging forces to upgrade.

Price-cap imposed on Airwave network to last until 2029
(05/04/23) Cap will reduce cost to forces by £200m each year says Competition and Markets Authority.

Price cap proposed on how much forces can be charged for Airwave
(14/10/22) Monopolies watchdog says supplier is making £160million excess profits a year due to delayed ESN.