Press Releases

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.

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.

The Crown Prosecution Service has released the latest stats regarding violence against woman and girls.

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.

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.

The National Police Chiefs’ Council has welcomed the government’s announcement of a 2.5% pay rise for police officers.

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.

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.

Her Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services has published an inspection of roads policing across English and Welsh forces.

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.

The government has announced that wearing a face covering will be mandatory in shops and supermarkets in England from 24 July.

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.

Provisional data released today show a continuing reduction in the number of fines issued as further lockdown measures eased in England and Wales

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.

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.

The brutal murders of three men who were enjoying a sunny day with friends in a Reading park was horrifying to us all.

Provisional data released today show a continuing reduction in the number of fines issued as further lockdown measures eased in England and Wales

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.

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.

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.

Provisional data released today show a continuing reduction in the number of fines issued since lockdown measures eased

UK police leaders have come together and published a statement about George Floyd’s death.

Provisional figures show a significant reduction in the number of fines issued by police forces since lockdown restrictions were eased in England.

The Home Secretary has confirmed new border restrictions in response to the Coronavirus outbreak.

Provisional data from police forces in England and Wales shows a continued reduction in recorded crime of 25 per cent throughout the lockdown period.

Monday, 18 May 2020, sees the launch of the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) speed enforcement operation.

Provisional figures show continued widespread compliance with public health regulations and minimal police enforcement.

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.

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.

National Police Chiefs' Council Chair, Martin Hewitt, delivered a speech at today's daily government covid-19 briefing, held at 10 Downing Street.