Chief officers have responded to the Home Affairs Select Committee interim report on prostitution, emphasising the importance of a proportionate and risk-based response. Sex workers must be understood as a vulnerable group within society.

As the country grapples with the outcome of the EU referendum, there are clearly very different views on the outcome of the vote and what it means for the UK’s future.  That we are moving into a period of unprecedented change is undisputed.

Victims and those feeling vulnerable will receive support from the police and offenders can expect a strong response and enhanced sentencing.

The vast majority of people are continuing to go about their lives in safety and security and there have been no major spikes in tensions reported but we are monitoring an increase in reports to our online reporting website

Several forces across the country will observe a minute silence today (Monday June 27) to mark the first anniversary of the terrorist attack in Tunisia.

We will work with the Government to ensure we retain our ability to work closely and at speed with European countries to keep people in the UK safe.

Summer is moving into full swing with many outdoor events being planned across the country.

Coordination committees within the NPCC have worked together to set out their priorities for 2016/17, which will help join up the response to the most serious threats and improve policing for the public.

On Saturday 11 June, English fans were targeted in an orchestrated, prolonged attack that resulted in 14 supporters being hospitalised.

We remain committed to working with partners to tackle child sexual abuse in all its forms.

Sensible and positive measures have been taken by French police ahead of the Euro 2016 matches on Monday. Fans should stay safe and behave responsibly while enjoying the tournament.

Following the tragic murder of Jo Cox MP, police forces have been asked to reiterate protective security advice to MPs around the country about personal safety.