IOPC appoints interim Director General Tom Whiting
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has appointed interim Director General Tom Whiting following the resignation of Michael Lockwood. Mr Lockwood departed last week after Home Secretary Suella Braverman took “immediate action” when it emerged he was facing an “historical allegation”. The IOPC confirmed M Whiting had been appointed after a special meeting on […]
Chief constable in contract extension
Nick Adderley is to remain as Chief Constable of Northamptonshire Police for another two years after his current contract expires next year. Mr Adderley’s contract is to be extended until at least August 2025. MORE UK SECURITY NEWS Northamptonshire’s police, fire and crime commissioner Stephen Mold said he is still the “right person to remain […]
IPOC boss stands down amid allegations
The Director General of the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IPOC) has resigned after it emerged he has become the subject of a criminal investigation. The Home Secretary Suella Braverman said she had taken immediate action after she learnt of the allegations faced by Mr Lockwood. He had earlier said he was stepping down for […]
The Independent Office for Police Conduct introduces Digital Evidence Management System for investigations
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) oversees the police complaints system in England and Wales. They investigate the most serious matters, including deaths following police contact, and set the standards by which the police should handle complaints. They also use learning from their work to influence changes in policing. The IOPC is independent, and […]