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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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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.
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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Overcrowding in UK Prisons: Misbehaviour & Rehabilitation Initiatives
Overcrowding in UK prisons remains a significant concern in 2024, with the prison population in England and Wales nearing 97,700 inmates (House of Commons Library). This high occupancy rate challenges the maintenance of safety, effective rehabilitation, and prisoner well-being. In July 2024, plans were announced for prisoners to be released early to ease overcrowding. Currently, prisoners are released after 50% of their sentence; this is being reduced to 40% to ease overcrowding.
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Overview of the National County Lines Coordination Centre’s Efforts
Melanie Barr, Head of Analysis, National County Lines Coordination Centre (NCLCC), Metropolitan Police, joined us at our National Combatting Gangs, Violence and County Lines Conference 2023. The NCLCC is engaged in comprehensive data collection and analysis related to county lines across the country.
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How Multi-Agency Partnerships are Tackling Drug Trafficking in the UK
The fight against drug trafficking in the UK is an ongoing battle. The National Crime Agency (NCA) and local police forces have intensified efforts to dismantle organized crime networks, particularly those involved in county lines operations.
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How Six Police Forces Are Tackling Technology-Driven Crimes
While modern technology offers significant benefits to policing, it also presents new challenges and threats. This article explains the types of technology being faced and strategies police are using to counteract it.
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Child Sexual Exploitation Holistic Strategy: West Midlands Police
Child sexual exploitation is a complex and deeply troubling issue that requires more than just law enforcement solutions. Tom McNeil, Assistant PCC at West Midlands Police, a prominent figure in crime prevention and community safety, has highlighted the critical need for a multifaceted approach to tackle this problem effectively.
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WATCH: The Met Police Respond to County Lines & Child Exploitation
Duncan Evans delved into the complex issue of county lines, shedding light on the dark underbelly of drug trafficking and exploitation in urban and rural areas. County lines, a term encapsulating the movement of illegal drugs facilitated by the coercion of vulnerable individuals, particularly children and adults, represent a deeply entrenched societal challenge.
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Tackling County Lines Exploitation in HMPs with The Met & ERSOU
This case study highlights the rise in exploitation, gang activities, and violence in UK prisons. It dispels the common belief that incarceration reduces vulnerability.
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The Rising Concern of Knife Crime in the UK
Knife crime has become a significant issue in the United Kingdom, with increasing incidences sparking widespread concern among the public, law enforcement, and policymakers. Read the latest statistics, contributing factors and prevention strategies.
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