What is the Police Alphabet?
The Police Alphabet, also referred to as the NATO Alphabet or Phonetic Alphabet, is an indispensable tool deeply embedded in communication practices within law enforcement and various professional sectors. Its significance extends beyond mere spelling; it serves as a linguistic bridge, ensuring clarity and precision, especially in situations where conventional language might falter. To fully […]
British Police Ranks – Lowest to Highest
Understanding the hierarchy within the British police force is crucial for appreciating the structure and order that govern law enforcement. From constables patrolling the streets to chief constables overseeing entire police forces, each rank plays a vital role in maintaining public safety. Police ranks are different between the different police force sectors in the UK […]
LATEST: Hospital stabbing ‘not terror-related’
A stabbing at a hospital in northwest London is not terror-related, police say. Armed officers were sent to Central Middlesex Hospital at around 1.18pm. A man has been arrested after two people were stabbed. One of the victims has life-threatening injuries and a second has non-life threatening injuries, police said. The suspect was arrested outside […]
Met Sir Mark: Hundreds are under investigation
The Metropolitan Police (Met) Commissioner has revealed more than 500 officers are on restricted duties and hundreds more suspended as his purge on poor standards continues. Sir Mark Rowley, who succeeded Dame Cressida Dick, has vowed to root out corrupt and criminal force members in a crusade for urgent change in the culture at the […]
Police Scotland names Farrell as chief constable
Police Scotland has appointed its first female Chief Constable. Jo Farrell has been in charge of Durham Constabulary since 2019. She replaces Sir Iain Livingstone as the head of the national force when he retires in August, earning £232,452 per year. Farrell will lead Police Scotland for at least the next four years and will […]
Police seal off city in ‘serious incident’ – three dead
The centre of Nottingham has been sealed off by police over after what has been described as a ‘serious incident’ with reports of three people dead. A man, aged 31, has been arrested and is in police custody. The tram system is suspended and there is a large police and 999 crew presence. Emergency service […]
Bedfordshire Police rated ‘good’ tackling crime
A police force has been rated ‘good’ in tackling serious and organised crime. Bedfordshire was commended for dealing with ‘county lines’ drug running, modern slavery and weapons.His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) said Bedfordshire Police worked well with partners to prevent crime. In the 12 months to May 2022, the […]
Police surveyed on views about wellbeing
Police personnel can air their views on how they can best be supported as a ‘wellbeing survey’ launches. The annual survey, now in its fourth year, gives everyone working in policing an opportunity to have their say. The Government has fulfilled pledges to recruit 20,000 new officers but forces are reporting major issues with retention […]
Criminal Records Office still hit by cyber attack
The Criminal Records Office is still suffering disruption a month after a cyber-attack. The CRO is vital as it provides records to police and acts as a clearing house for authorities such as emigration. The organisation was hit on March 21 and despite an increase in staff numbers, delays still persist. A statement said: “We […]
West Mids Police new deputy starts role
West Midlands Police (WPM) has appointed Scott Green as its Deputy Chief Constable. Scott said he looks forward to steering “a renewed focus on driving down crime and disorder”. . He joins from Greater Manchester Police where he was an assistant chief constable. WMP said his appointment followed a “rigorous selection process”. Green said: “This […]