THE Police Federation of England and Wales has stated how important it is to have “accurate and full data” of times when use of force is used against officers. Rick… read more →
PROPOSALS from the Independent Police Complaints Commission for police officers to seek “feedback” from suspects who have had force used against are “outrageous”. That’s the view of Mark Smith, Chairman… read more →
THE number of police incidents related to mental health rose by a third over just three years, new research has found. There was a 33% rise in cases recorded in… read more →
POLICE officers will soon be able to resign or retire while subject to an investigation, although disciplinary proceedings will still continue. A new Policing and Crime Bill will effectively override… read more →
POLICE officers involved in pursuits and response drivers should seek legal advice before making statements about incidents, even if told they are only being interviewed as a witness. That was… read more →
THE traditional rank structure of the English and Welsh police service could be torn up by the Home Secretary under the new Policing and Crime Bill, which has been laid… read more →
THE Police Federation of England and Wales has warned chief constables against penalising officers by taking away their right to double time on Bank Holidays, branding the move “counter-productive”. The… read more →
ESSEX Police’s longest-serving female constable is finally hanging up her boots after 42 years and four months. PC Stephanie Hoskins joined the force in 1973 at the age of 19,… read more →
OFFICERS from across Essex have been recognised for their bravery and dedication – including saving lives, helping people in serious emotional distress and preventing harm to others. Picture (from left… read more →
THE idea of police officers, firefighters and paramedics sharing the same vehicle to attend an incident has been rubbished by Essex Police Federation. Mark Smith, Chairman of Essex Police Federation,… read more →