Key topic areas covered include: Communities, Gangs & County Lines, Safeguarding, and Workforce & Leadership.
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The Swift Response to the Transport for London Cyber Attack
The National Crime Agency (NCA) and the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) are at the forefront of protecting the UK against the escalating threat of cybercrime, as demonstrated in their swift and decisive response to the recent cyber attack on Transport for London (TfL). Learn more at the Public Sector Cyber Security Conference.
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Rehabilitation & Re-offending: A Holistic Approach by Catch22
Lisa Smitherman, Strategic Director for Justice and Education, Catch22 joined us at our National Combatting Gangs, Violence and County Lines Conference 2024. In today's society, the rehabilitation of offenders and the reduction of re-offending are critical issues. Catch 22 has taken a unique approach to address these challenges through comprehensive, community-based strategies.
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Everton Free School Crime Prevention Initiatives
Stephen Baker, the principal of Everton Free School and Football College, and Assistant Head Andrew Pearl, are pioneering new strategies to address behavioural challenges and criminal exploitation among vulnerable youth in Liverpool. Their innovative approach integrates multi-agency collaboration and focuses on understanding and meeting the underlying needs of at-risk students.
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Driving Digital Evidence Innovation with the College of Policing
Unlike lawsuits 20 years ago, digital evidence appears in more than 90% of all crimes committed today. At our Digital Policing Conference 2024, Sarra Fotheringham, Policing Standards Manager for Digital and Cyber at the College of Policing, delivered a compelling session on the importance of workforce competencies in the digital evidence landscape.
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Protecting SMEs from Cybercrime: PCC Collaboration with the NEBRC
We welcomed Joy Allen, Police and Crime Commissioner for Durham, at the Digital Policing Conference 2024, who highlighted the pivotal role of collaborative efforts in protecting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from the growing threat of cybercrime. Her presentation focused on the innovative initiatives undertaken by the Northeast Business Resilience Centre (NEBRC), a key player within the National Cyber Resilience Centre network.
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The Growing Cyber Threat Landscape for UK Police Forces
Cybersecurity is a critical concern for law enforcement agencies worldwide. With the increasing prevalence of cyber threats, the UK police have significantly enhanced their capabilities to combat cybercrime and ensure the safety of digital infrastructures. Police forces have been dealing with an estimated 7.78 million cybercrimes in the last year (GOV).
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The NCA’s Central Role in Fighting Cybercrime & Ransomware
Cybercrime has emerged as a Tier One national security threat, with ransomware identified as one of the most significant and pervasive dangers facing nations and organisations alike. The UK has seen a substantial rise in ransomware incidents, with recorded attacks increasing by 55% in 2023, and continuing into 2024. The majority of these attacks have targeted critical sectors, including healthcare and manufacturing, which have become prime targets due to their reliance on essential services.
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Managing UK Police Finances Effectively: Current Budgets, Initiatives, and Grants
The funding of UK police forces is a multifaceted process involving central government grants, local funding from council tax, and other specific grants and funding streams. As of the 2023-2024 fiscal year, the total funding for the police is projected to be around £15.8 billion. Effective budget management within the UK police forces is crucial to maintaining public safety and ensuring efficient use of taxpayer funds. With the ever-evolving landscape of crime and public expectations, police forces must navigate complex financial challenges to deliver optimal services.
Keep readingProtecting Young People in Liverpool: Merseyside Police’s Collaborative Approach
Liverpool is the third most dangerous major city in the UK, with the most common crime being violence and sexual offences, with 27,200 offences during 2023 (Crime Rate). We welcomed Detective Superintendent Andy O'Connor of Merseyside Police to share insights from his career at our Tackling Gangs Conference 2024.
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