Press Releases
Forces to step up prevention of illegal gatherings and unlicensed events
13 Aug 2020
Police forces in England and Wales will continue to increase patrols to prevent illegal gatherings during the pandemic as the warm weather and further easing of measures see a minority of people more willing to take risks.
Update on the Plan of Action for inclusion and race equality in policing
31 Jul 2020
The chair of the National Police Chiefs' Council and CEO of the College of Policing have provided the below update about how their commitment to take action on diversity, inclusion and concerns about racial inequalities will progress.
Police working to improve outcomes in violence against women and girls
30 Jul 2020
The Crown Prosecution Service has released the latest stats regarding violence against woman and girls.
Analysis of Coronavirus fines published
27 Jul 2020
Analysis of Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs) issued by police under the Coronavirus (Covid-19) regulations shows a low overall rate in fines issued across England and Wales with young men receiving the biggest proportion. It also shows black, Asian and minority ethnic people were issued with a FPN at a rate of 1.6 times higher than white people.
Coronavirus fines issued by forces continue to fall
27 Jul 2020
Data released today shows that a total of 16,029 fines were issued by forces between 27 March and 20 July in England. 2,640 were issued by forces in Wales for the same period.
Chief Constables welcome police pay increase
21 Jul 2020
The National Police Chiefs’ Council has welcomed the government’s announcement of a 2.5% pay rise for police officers.
Crime still down on last year as lockdown restrictions ease
17 Jul 2020
Provisional data from police forces in England and Wales shows police recorded crime is 14 per cent lower than in the same period last year.
Counter Terrorism Policing welcomes proscription of Neo-Nazi group Feuerkrieg Division
17 Jul 2020
Feuerkrieg Division (FKD) have become the third Neo-Nazi organisation in just six months to be proscribed as a terrorist group by the UK government.
Police welcome HMICFRS roads policing inspection
16 Jul 2020
Her Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services has published an inspection of roads policing across English and Welsh forces.
Police and Prosecutors to Replace Consent Form for Digital Evidence
16 Jul 2020
Police forces are to replace the consent form used to obtain permission from complainants and witnesses to search for relevant information on their digital devices.
Police enforcement of shop face covering rule should be last resort
14 Jul 2020
The government has announced that wearing a face covering will be mandatory in shops and supermarkets in England from 24 July.
Stalking victims reminded help is always available as lockdown eases
10 Jul 2020
With lockdown measures easing across the country, police forces and charities have highlighted that the current crisis has led to stalkers adapting their approaches and using online methods in order to continue to stalk their victims.
Statistical update on number of lockdown fines given by police
10 Jul 2020
Provisional data released today show a continuing reduction in the number of fines issued as further lockdown measures eased in England and Wales
Blue light services jointly call for respect and safety this weekend
03 Jul 2020
Members of the public are reminded to enjoy themselves responsibly, drink in moderation and respect blue light personnel, according to a statement issued today by representatives for the emergency services.
Police and NCA infiltrate encrypted communication platform in UK’s biggest ever law enforcement operation
02 Jul 2020
UK law enforcement has made a massive breakthrough in the fight against serious and organised crime after the takedown of a bespoke encrypted global communication service used exclusively by criminals.
A message to the UK's LGBT+ communities from NPCC lead, DCC Julie Cooke
26 Jun 2020
The brutal murders of three men who were enjoying a sunny day with friends in a Reading park was horrifying to us all.
Statistical update on number of lockdown fines given by police
26 Jun 2020
Provisional data released today show a continuing reduction in the number of fines issued as further lockdown measures eased in England and Wales
Police continue to see falls in crime during lockdown
19 Jun 2020
Provisional data from police forces in England and Wales shows continued falls in recorded crime compared to last year, with the lockdown effect on crime still holding.
Police chiefs to take action on racial inequalities
18 Jun 2020
A small working group of key NPCC leads, chief officers with experience of being people of colour within UK policing and the Chief Executive of the College of Policing have been considering the police response to concerns about racial injustice in the UK and in policing following the death of George Floyd in America and the global debate on racism.
Response to ICO Report concerning digital evidence in criminal investigations
18 Jun 2020
The Information Commissioner has published an investigation report into the use of mobile phone extraction (MPE) by police forces when conducting criminal investigations in England and Wales.
Statistical update on lockdown fines given by police in England and Wales
11 Jun 2020
Provisional data released today show a continuing reduction in the number of fines issued since lockdown measures eased
UK police stand with those appalled by George Floyd death
03 Jun 2020
UK police leaders have come together and published a statement about George Floyd’s death.
Statistical update on number of lockdown fines given by police
29 May 2020
Provisional figures show a significant reduction in the number of fines issued by police forces since lockdown restrictions were eased in England.
Police work with government and public health on border restrictions
22 May 2020
The Home Secretary has confirmed new border restrictions in response to the Coronavirus outbreak.
Sustained falls in recorded crime reported throughout lockdown
21 May 2020
Provisional data from police forces in England and Wales shows a continued reduction in recorded crime of 25 per cent throughout the lockdown period.
Police urge motorists to ‘Slow Down, Save Lives’
18 May 2020
Monday, 18 May 2020, sees the launch of the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) speed enforcement operation.
NPCC issues update on fines given during Covid lockdown
15 May 2020
Provisional figures show continued widespread compliance with public health regulations and minimal police enforcement.
Update: Latest Covid-19 FPN data, and news about police recruitment drive
30 Apr 2020
Official figures released today (30 April) by the Home Office show that police forces in England and Wales have been boosted by 3,005 new officers in the last seven months. Provisional figures also show widespread continued compliance with public health regulations and minimal police enforcement.
Update: Covid-19 FPN data, and chiefs urge public to keep reporting crime
15 Apr 2020
Provisional data from police forces in England and Wales shows a reduction in crime during Coronavirus outbreak and that the vast majority of the public are following government regulations enacted in response to the crisis.
Daily UK Government Covid-19 briefing - Speech from the Chair of the NPCC, Martin Hewitt
11 Apr 2020
National Police Chiefs' Council Chair, Martin Hewitt, delivered a speech at today's daily government covid-19 briefing, held at 10 Downing Street.