Police Related Articles
Our Police related articles focus on issues, news, advice and information in connection to the police force – in particular Greater Manchester Police (GMP) and Cheshire Police.
Trust in Police is “Hanging By a Thread”
Recent reports sugges that trust in our police forces are “hanging by a thread” – we look into where the police go from here.
Police Power & The Common Law
Police Powers for searching and seizing property have certain considerations under common law. We look at the lawfulness of these powers.
Police Cells Used for Prisoners in Emergency Measures
Ministry of Justice calls for emergency measures for empty police cells to be used as prison cells to alleviate pressures in prisons.
Disruptive Protests Face Clampdown in New Public Order Bill
A new Public Order Bill is before Parliament aimed at introducing tougher measures on protesters intent on causing disruption and damage.
Changes to Pre-Charge Bail to come into effect soon
Pre-Charge Bail and “Release under investigation” are facing changes coming into effect at the end of this month. We look at the implications…
Police Strip Search Powers
Police Strip Search Powers are in place to regulate what is often a fairly intrusive form of search. Here is all you need to know about strip search procedure.
Violent Crime to be tackled with further funding Home Office announces
Violent Crime is in focus for a clampdown from the Home Office with more funding promised. We look at the proposals…
The Use of Live Facial Recognition Technology Guide Issued
Live facial recognition technology is a controversial topic and so the College of Policy have published a guide outlining how it should be used.
Prison Places Allocated for Rehabilitation as Part of New Incentive to Reduce Repeat Offending
An additional 20,000 prison places are being allocated with a focus on greater rehabilitation support. We look at how thinking behind this.
The Right To Privacy Before Being Charged
The right to privacy during an investigation came up recently following consideration from the Supreme Court during a high-profile case.