Press Releases
UK and US law enforcement sign an intelligence sharing agreement to tackle female genital mutilation
07 Sep 2018
UK police and border security have signed a new agreement with US counterparts to share intelligence about female genital mutilation (FGM) and are joining together in operations at UK and US airports.
NCA and police arrest 130 suspects for child sexual abuse and exploitation in just one week
06 Sep 2018
More than 130 suspects – including a former police officer and five teachers – were arrested in a crackdown on online child sex offenders, as UK law enforcement asks the tech industry to increase their help eradicating preventable offending.
Police chiefs to develop a plan to tackle sexual harassment in policy by autumn
24 Aug 2018
The action plan is being developed in response to a survey by UNISON that uncovered the extent of sexual harassment against police staff. Half (49%) of the police staff questioned had heard sexualised jokes told repeatedly at work, and one in five (19%) had received a sexually explicit email or text from a colleague.
Afzal Khan MP – as a former officer I know how important it is that MPs see the work of frontline police
15 Aug 2018
Shadow Immigration Minister and former Greater Manchester Police officer Afzal Khan MP reflects on his day spent back with his local force and the importance of MPs giving a day to policing.
Football fans urged to 'Know the Game Plan' as new season gets underway
10 Aug 2018
Police and clubs give stewards information to help deter terrorism
Members of Parliament give a day to policing this summer
07 Aug 2018
Members of Parliament from across England and Wales have been invited by their local police forces to give a day to policing during the summer parliamentary recess. Around 100 MPs are confirmed as taking part so far.
Learning from best practise in the fight against rural crime
06 Aug 2018
As rural crime rises in England and Wales, forces are looking to successful strategies to implement these into local areas.
Police firearms discharged in only 0.06% of firearms operations
26 Jul 2018
The police use on firearms statistics were released today.
Striving to make custody as safe as possible
25 Jul 2018
With the release of the statistics on deaths following police contact, police are continuing work to improve safety for detainees.
Increase in police pay is the maximum increase that the majority of forces can afford without additional funding
24 Jul 2018
An announcement put out today by the Government revealed that police officers will be awarded a pay rise of two per cent in 2018-19.
Police Chiefs Blog: CC Sara Thornton - Chief Constables Council July 2018
24 Jul 2018
Police chiefs gathered in London for July Chief Constables Council at a busy time for policing across the country. The US President’s arrival was imminent and forces were working together to support the significant national operation. The operation went smoothly thanks to the gold commanders, the National Police Coordination Centre and the many officers who travelled from around the country – in many cases delaying their rest days to support the national effort.
Strengthened response to rural affairs
23 Jul 2018
All chief constables have committed to improving the work dedicated to tackling rural and wildlife crime, using partnership working and new insight provided by the National Rural Crime Survey.
Latest police statistics show increase in certain crime types
19 Jul 2018
Today the ONS have published their quarterly crime statistics. Latest police recorded crime figures show an 11 per cent increase overall with rises in knife crime, robbery, burglary and vehicle-related crime.
HMICFRS release hate crime report
19 Jul 2018
Today, Her Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) have released a report looking at hate crime. The report emphasises the importance of the police getting their response right first time and at the beginning of their contact with victims.
Mutual Aid Accommodation for Presidential Visit
12 Jul 2018
In response to concerns that have been raised over the quality of one location being used to house officers on reserve for the forthcoming Presidential visit, the following statement has been issued.
Police forces working together to support the visit of US President
11 Jul 2018
Police forces are working together on a significant, multi-faceted security operation supporting the Presidential visit to the UK.
Police warn World Cup revellers not to repeat the shocking behaviour over the weekend
09 Jul 2018
A minority of celebrations resulted in significant disorder following England’s match on Saturday 7 July, leading to criminal damage, blocked roads and anti-social behaviour.
More than seven million people watch counter terrorism safety video as UK policing increases its global CT presence
06 Jul 2018
The key advice is:
Run- to a place of safety. This is better than trying to surrender or negotiate.
Hide- it is better to hide than confront. Barricade yourself in, turn phones to silent and use only when it is safe to do so.
Tell - Make sure you know the local emergency numbers in the country you're travelling to. For all EU countries it's 112.
Officer supporting the Presidential visit will receive away from home overnight allowance
03 Jul 2018
UK forces are currently planning a major national policing operation to support the forthcoming visit of US President Donald Trump.
Rise in the level of local disorder following England games
02 Jul 2018
As England progress further in the World Cup, the behaviour of travelling fans remains excellent. However, the fans at home in the UK are letting the side down.
UK police chief leads World Cup team in England and Russia
29 Jun 2018
UK police have been planning for the World Cup for the past two years, working closely with partners and the Russian police to deliver a safe and successful event.
Unauthorised development and encampments – joint policing call for accommodation provision
28 Jun 2018
The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners and the National Police Chiefs’ Council have submitted a joint response to a Government consultation on unauthorised encampments calling for the shortage of transit sites and lack of accommodation provision to be addressed.
Officers Providing Mutual Aid and the Away from Home Allowance
27 Jun 2018
In response to questions about the ‘away from home allowance’ and how it will work for upcoming mutual aid operations, the Strategic Lead of NPoCC ACC Chris Shead has said:
Two football banning orders issued in response to an anti-Semitic video but national football lead praises the behaviour of the majority of fans
26 Jun 2018
With the final England group game only a few days away, the national police lead for football policing, thanks fans for their behaviour so far.
Terrorism arrests up 17 per cent in past year
14 Jun 2018
The number of arrests being made by counter terrorism officers in the UK has risen by 17 per cent in the past year.
“Stay Safe” – the national message from Police Chiefs as they launch annual summer campaign
14 Jun 2018
Police forces in England and Wales are focussing on a month-long campaign to tackle drink and drug driving.
ACT Summer Security - Know The Game Plan
14 Jun 2018
Former England stars Alan Shearer, David Seaman and Paul Parker have teamed up with Counter Terrorism Policing to offer football fans security advice ahead of the World Cup.
2018 Queen’s Birthday Honours
12 Jun 2018
The Queen has included members of the police service in her most recent birthday honours list, highlighting their commitment to public service.
NPCC response to Lush 'Spy Cops' campaign
01 Jun 2018
National Police Chiefs' Council Chair, CC Sara Thornton, has issued her response to the undercover policing campaign launched by Lush on Friday 1 June 2018.
Counter Terrorism Police launch second annual 'Summer Security' campaign
25 May 2018
Staff at the UK’s biggest summer events are to be trained in how to react in the event of a terrorist incident as part of Counter Terrorism Policing’s second annual ‘Summer Security’ campaign.