Police review communications as COVID-19 plan changes

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Police review communications as COVID-19 plan changes

Forces are reviewing how they communicate with the public as ministers consider further restrictions.

Cleaning up: Having PPE equipment is a concern for officers

Date - 16th March 2020
By - Chris Smith

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Forces are being advised by the government to plan messaging and communications campaigns “for the weeks and months ahead” as the response to the COVID-19 outbreak is stepped up. The prime minister will be outlining next steps after a...

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