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A new NPCC Police Dog Standard has been published today. This sits alongside new
@CollegeofPolice
APP, streamlining previous guidance and mandating minimum standards. It sets out the use of police dogs in a wider context to general policing activity.
Please avoid speculation or sharing of video or images of the serious incident in Reading. An investigation will be ongoing. Follow
@ThamesVP
for updates.
Today marks the 15th anniversary of the 7/7 London bombings. 52 people died and over 700 were injured.
We remember those who lost their lives and pay tribute to the brave work of the emergency services.
ℹ️ Police chiefs are asking employers to consider providing
#paidleave
to special constables, so they can support the service in managing the impact of the
#CoronaCrisis
.
This is a unique call to action from police and government - please share:
The
@policeconduct
recommendations on Taser are based on just 0.1% of its uses.
NPCC lead
@BTPChief
has written a blog about her disappointment that the IOPC did not engage with us, attend a training course or consult the independent experts we work with
Last week all police forces worked together to target county lines drugs gangs:
- 500 men and 86 women were arrested
- 519 vulnerable adults and 364 children were safeguarded
- Officers seized more than £300k cash and more than £200k of drugs
Operation Sceptre commences today and will see officers increasing their use of stop and search powers, conducting weapon sweeps and targeting habitual knife carriers
#knifefree
Thank you to all the police officers, staff and volunteers who have worked incredibly hard over the long bank holiday weekend to keep people safe during these demanding times.
Today is National Police Memorial Day 🕯️
We stand with our colleagues to honour and remember those who have lost their lives in the line of duty.
They will never be forgotten.
#PoliceMemorialDay
#NeverForgotten
It’s (the first ever) Emergency Services Day! This special new annual event gives us all the opportunity to pay homage to the wonderful and courageous people that make up our emergency services, past and present
More than 850 wanted criminals, judged to be of greatest risk to the public, have been rounded up and arrested by
@metpoliceuk
in just three months.
Read more ⬇️
Today marks the 14th anniversary of the 7/7 London bombings that took the lives of 52 people and injured over 700. We remember those who lost their lives and pay tribute to the brave work of the emergency services.
ℹ️ Chiefs would like to say ‘thank you’ to all the police officers, staff and volunteers who have worked hard over the long
#Easter
weekend to keep us safe during these demanding times.
#covid19
More than 1,000 people have been arrested and more than £1.2 million worth of drugs have been seized in a police crackdown on
#CountyLines
.
Read more ➡️
Police and the NCA have dismantled entire organised crime groups in the biggest ever law enforcement operation.
We have:
- Arrested more than 740 people
- Seized over £54million in criminal cash
- Seized more than two tonnes of Class A and B drugs
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In today’s ‘Policing for the future' report the Home Affairs Select Committee warn that if policing does not get additional funding, they ‘have no doubt that there will be dire consequences for public safety’
We appreciate the way the public have responded to the extraordinary restrictions placed on them - protecting the NHS and saving lives.
The vast majority have followed the Government’s guidance, making personal sacrifices to do so. Thank you.
#Covid19
Thanks to officers who shared these photos. Their accommodation was well below the standard for the rest of operation supporting the Presidential visit.
@EssexPoliceUK
has apologised & found new accommodation. We hope those affected get a good night's sleep tonight
Police Chiefs do not want, or need, powers to enter homes under lockdown rules.
The vast majority of people are following the rules to save lives and protect the NHS.
"I’m confident that women joining policing now find a far more diverse and inclusive environment than I did 30 years ago, and that women joining in ten years’ time will find it better still" -
@WYPDeeCollins
on the
#police
#genderpaygap
'Finn's Law' came in to force a year ago today, following the implementation of the Animal Welfare (Service Animals) Act.
The introduction of this law meant that service animals across England and Wales were given the protection they deserve.
#FinnsLaw
Today we mark National Police Memorial Day. We remember all of the officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty protecting the public. Their sacrifice will not be forgotten.
#NPMD21
This report is vague, lacks detail, is based on 0.1% of Taser use and ignores extensive pieces of work already underway.
It's extremely disappointing the IOPC didn't engage with police and didn't attend a Taser training course when researching.
Blog➡️
We would like to say ‘thank you’ to all the police officers, staff and volunteers who have worked hard over the long
#Easter
weekend to keep our communities safe.
Today,
@MHewittNPCC
attended The Royal Foundation's
#EmergencyServicesMentalHealth
Symposium, where the Duke of Cambridge announced a landmark commitment across the UK to support the mental health of emergency responder staff. This work forms part of .
This week marks the first anniversary of
#coronavirus
lockdown. Speaking from across the UK, police forces have come together to say thank you
#YearLikeNoOther
Today we mark National Police Memorial Day, which is especially poignant after the tragic death of
#SgtMattRatana
on Friday.
We remember all of the officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty protecting the public.
#NPMD20
📽️ Watch the NPCC lead for
#CountyLines
, Deputy Assistant Commissioner Graham McNulty, speak about the latest intensification week and the work being carried out by police forces across the country to tackle the problem
@ukhomeoffice
@Number10press
@BTP
🚨UPDATE:
Police have arrested four people and submitted dozens of data applications to social media companies after racist abuse targeting England players on social media following the Euro 2020 final.
Retired Chief Constable Simon Cole made a tremendous contribution to national policing before his sad death. As condolences and reflections are shared, we wanted to reflect on the many roles he held serving the public, and the achievements he made:
DCC
@Maggie_Blyth
has been announced as the National Police Lead for Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG). She will deliver a new police strategy, coordinate action, and work with partners to ensure real change is made. Read more:
The country’s leading domestic abuse police officer has today reaffirmed that the issue remains a police priority, despite the
#covid19
outbreak. For more information, including on how people can get help and support, please visit
Today is
#999DayUK
. This special annual event gives us all the opportunity to pay homage to the wonderful and courageous people that make up our emergency services, past and present
MPs are currently debating the Assault on Emergency Workers Bill.
@PFEW_HQ
estimate a police officer is assaulted every 13 seconds, which is why our chair, CC Sara Thornton, believes this legislation is urgently needed to
#ProtectTheProtectors
.
.
@MHewittNPCC
on
#Ridge
: "We have always planned for pandemics, and we have our plans in place. Officers and staff are out there continuing to protect people and deal with criminality. We are prepared to support communities during these unprecedented times."
#covid19UK
Police officers put themselves at risk in order to keep people safe and slow the spread of
#COVID19
That is why it is disappointing to see some of the irresponsible behaviour that we are having to deal with.
@MHewittNPCC
gave a few examples at today's
@10DowningStreet
briefing
Thank you to all those officers and staff working this weekend and throughout these testing times. On top of the work you do every day to keep communities safe, you’re also helping doctors, nurses and other healthcare workers to fight this virus and save lives
MPs from across England and Wales have been invited by their local police forces to
#GiveADayToPolicing
.
Around 100 MPs are confirmed as taking part so far and politicians from across political parties have backed the scheme! Learn more ➡️
Changes to legislation brought about by the Offensive Weapons Act 2019 mean that from today, it is now an offence to possess certain items such as knuckledusters, throwing stars and zombie knives even in private ➡️
Operation Sceptre commences today and will see officers increasing their use of stop and search powers, conducting weapon sweeps and targeting habitual knife carriers
#knifefree
Police will continue to engage with people proportionately. However, we won’t waste time with endless encouragement for those who knowingly or deliberately break the rules. People recklessly ignoring
#COVID19
regulations should expect to receive a fixed penalty notice.
An initiative by the NPCC to recognise response police officers launches today. During this
#ResponsePolicing
week we will be profiling some incredible officers from across the country, hearing about their experiences and why they love the job that they do
It's
#NationalDogDay
. 'Finn's Law' came in to force last year, following the implementation of the Animal Welfare (Service Animals) Act.
The introduction of this law meant that service animals across England and Wales were given the protection they deserve.
#FinnsLaw
Today, police chiefs have been issued the first ever national threat assessment of crimes posing the most danger to women and girls. A summary document can be found at the link below. 👇
We'd like to welcome Police T/Deputy Assistant Commissioner
@A_HeydariMPS
who joins the Police Race Action Plan as Programme Director today:
@CollegeofPolice
#FinnsLaw
came into force
#onthisday
three years ago, following the implementation of the Animal Welfare (Service Animals) Act. The introduction of this law meant that service animals across England and Wales were given the protection they deserve. 🐶🐕
Today we welcome
@Maggie_Blyth
as the National Police Lead for Violence Against Women and Girls. Maggie comes to this vital role with a wealth of experience and will be responsible for overseeing a new strategy & coordinating action. We wish her all the best as she starts today!
Today we launched our online safety campaign with
@NCA_UK
highlighting the risks children face when using live streaming platforms. Watch our animated film, find out
#WhoIsSam
and then begin your conversation about online safety.
Police from across the country and beyond were involved in the UK's largest ever ceremonial operation during the mourning period of Her Majesty the Queen Elizabeth II. Thank you to all the officers, staff and volunteers for the incredible work that you did
With the lockdown being eased across England today, we want to be clear: we enforce the law and not government guidance, so we continue to have no role in enforcing 2m social distancing. [1/3]
Violent men who harm women should know police are increasing action against them as part of a fundamental shift in priority of violence against women and girls.
New framework launched today with
@CollegeOfPolice
PC Andy Williams of
@metpoliceuk
discusses how impactful
#ResponsePolicing
has been on his life, and how the job is so varied that it allows him to learn different skills. He also discusses how his team is like an extended family, and how the role brings out the best in him.
ℹ️ Chiefs would like to say ‘thank you’ to all the police officers, staff and volunteers who have worked hard over the long bank holiday weekend to keep us safe during these demanding times.
#covid19
A thread from
@MHewittNPCC
on
#Covid19
vaccines for officers.
Police chiefs have been clear in their discussions with government that there is a very strong case for officers to be vaccinated as soon as possible, after the most vulnerable have received theirs. 1/4
Today police chiefs have announced a commitment that all home burglaries in England and Wales will be attended by the police.
Wherever you live, you can be confident the police will attend if you experience the invasion of a home burglary. Full statement:
If you are facing violence or controlling behaviour at home, please report this to the police or seek advice and support from domestic abuse services or charities. If it is not safe at home, seek help - restrictions on movement do not apply in this scenario.
At today's briefing,
@MHewittNPCC
explained: "we will have more officers out on dedicated patrols to take action against the small few who are letting us all down". He also paid tribute to the officers who are risking their lives and health everyday to keep us safe.
All police officers and staff in England and Wales will be checked against the Police National Database (PND) to identify any intelligence or allegations that need further investigation. [Thread]
Today at 11am, we will be taking part in a minute’s silence to pay tribute to the key workers who have died from Covid-19, as part of International Workers’ Memorial Day. We encourage others to do the same.
#IWMD20
#Covid19
#OpSceptre
begins today.
Every police force has committed to a week of targeting knife crime hotspots, conducting weapon sweeps, engaging with affected communities and testing whether retailers will sell knives to young people.
#StopKnifeCrime
On behalf of all chiefs, thank you to Mark Rowley for his contribution to policing & particularly his leadership in countering terrorism at a time of unprecedented terror threat
Mark Rowley, UK's Counter Terrorism Policing lead, announces retirement: "Every day I continue to witness the selfless, unwavering commitment of all involved in protecting and serving the public."
🚨 Police forces across the country took part in a national intensification week against
#CountyLines
.
What is county lines?
Read more:
Here are some results from forces across England, Wales and Scotland 👇
The police use on firearms statistics, released yesterday, revealed that only 0.06 per cent armed deployments end with a firearm actually being discharged
Looking for something to watch tonight?
As this series will show, the work of undercover officers is critically important in tackling some of the most serious and harmful crimes, like child sexual abuse.
Undercover Police: Hunting Paedophiles is a brand new hard-hitting series following the life of covert police officers trying to catch sexual predators online.
Starts tomorrow at 9pm on Channel 4
Finn’s Law came into force this weekend, meaning that service animals across England and Wales have been given the protection they deserve! 🐶
🐕
#FinnsLaw
Today marks a year since the London Bridge attack and our thoughts are with those people who lost loved ones. That night police officers ran towards danger to keep people safe and we pay tribute to them
#LondonUnited
'Rest days are an essential part of how emergency service workers recover and when they aren’t taken we risk storing up problems for the future' - NPCC wellbeing lead
@CCARhodes
responds to data showing that frontline officers are owed time off
Officers work incredibly hard to be there when you need them most👮
But resources are stretched, demand is rising and average officer pay has been cut by 16% in real terms since 2010.
We want pay to reflect the complexity and challenges of modern day policing.
(1/2)
An independent chair has been appointed to scrutinise a police action on race & inclusion. Barrister Abimbola Johnson will play a crucial role in addressing historic disparities and a confidence gap in the relationships between Black people and the police:
A huge congratulations to all those in the police service who received recognition in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours List for their commitment to public service and dedication to keeping their local communities safe. Full list here:
We’ve today commissioned an urgent review of officer safety, from training to equipment to criminal justice outcomes - you can read more about our decision here:
It’s Emergency Services Day. This special annual event pays tribute to the courageous people in our emergency services who work tirelessly to keep our communities safe. Thank you all, sincerely
#999DayUK
We want to thank the public for their support in staying home. The vast majority of people understand and support the restrictions which are saving lives, but we will continue to engage with those that don’t and if necessary we will enforce
#covid19
Three years on since the devastating
#LondonBridge
attack and our thoughts are with those people who lost loved ones. That night, police officers ran towards danger to keep people safe and we pay tribute to them.
Three years on we remember those who lost their lives and were injured in the attack at
#LondonBridge
and
#BoroughMarket
and pay tribute to the selfless bravery of the first responders.
@TerrorismPolice
and our intelligence partners continue to confront the global terror threat.
These new measures are there to save lives and protect our loved ones.
We will be enforcing them, as the public would want us to.
Follow the advice, stay at home and help us to help the national effort.
#Covid19UK
#StayAtHomeSaveLives
We want to thank the public for their support in staying home. The vast majority of people understand and support the restrictions which are saving lives, but we will continue to engage with those that don’t and if necessary we will enforce.
#StayHomeSaveLives
Police chiefs to develop a plan of action on concerns about diversity and racial inequalities in policing, and consult on it.
We will want to hear from and work with all parts of policing and all communities – particularly people of colour
Police have been given an unprecedented role in enforcing new regulations for
#covid19UK
.
Our approach is engage, explain, encourage, &, only as a last resort, enforce.
With
@CollegeofPolice
we'll continue to support officers & staff to use these regs working with the public
Many specialist policing resources have been deployed to London for the Coronation this weekend, including some very talented four-legged friends...
Introducing PD Rocco and PD Isla 🐶 🐾who have travelled from
@NYorksPolice
and
@northumbriapol
to help the policing operation
As forces reveal the gap between what their male and female officers and staff earn, our lead for gender
@WYPDeeCollins
highlights the progress the police service has made and the work still to do