The Digital Policing Conference 2026

Thank You

Our 2026 conference has now taken place. Thank you to everyone who spoke, attended, and supported The Digital Policing Conference 2026.

We are already looking ahead to next year’s conference, taking place online on Thursday 18th March 2027. To be among the first to receive programme updates, announcements, and early-bird opportunities, register your interest for 2027.

Missed out this year? You can still watch all the insights, key sessions, and expert discussions with our OnDemand Event. Access full recordings of every session, including presentations from leading industry speakers, and watch at your own pace.

Why Watch OnDemand?

• Watch on your own schedule – no need to clear your calendar or worry about time zones
• Learn at your own pace – pause, rewind, and rewatch key moments to fully absorb the content
• Get instant access after purchase to expert insights and curated content, perfect for busy professionals who want high-value content on demand

Access this conference OnDemand today for £245 here.

Past and Present Supporters Include

Overview

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Agenda

• 9.30am

  Registration

• 9.45am

  Chair’s Opening Remarks

  Dr Craig Webber, Associate Professor, University of Southampton (CONFIRMED)

  

• 10.00am

  Keynote: Adapting to a Digital World: AI and Governance

  Chris Nelson, Gloucestershire PCC and National Performance, Data and New Tech Ethics Joint lead, APCC (CONFIRMED)

  

• 10.20am

  Keynote: Enabling Digital Investigation Workforce Capability

  • Outlining the challenge of maintaining digital skills in a dynamically changing technology environment
  • Understanding the national learning programmes available to enhance digital skills
  • Implementing a digital mindset across the whole policing eco-system

  Sarra Fotheringham, Policing Standards Manager (Cyber Crime), College of Policing (CONFIRMED)

  

• 10.40am

  Questions & Answers

• 11.00am

  Comfort Break

• 11.20am

  Keynote: Using Technology to Tackle Cyber-Crime 

  • The Cyber Threat Facing Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises
    Understanding the scale, impact and evolving nature of cyber crime affecting SMEs, and why supporting this sector is critical to the UK’s economic resilience.
  • The Role of the Cyber Resilience Centres
    How the Cyber Resilience Centres operate as a policing-led partnership with academia and industry to strengthen cyber resilience across communities and businesses.
  • Delivering Practical Support Through Funded Services
    How the Centres provide accessible, affordable, and in many cases funded cyber resilience services to SMEs, helping them prevent, prepare for, and respond to cyber threats.

  Patrick Milford, Detective Superintendent – Head of the Cyber Resilience Centre Network, City of London Police (CONFIRMED)

  

• 11.40am

  Keynote: Digital Forensics: Ensuring Standards Across Investigations

  Gurlabh Singh, Digital Forensic Services Manager, SYTECH – Digital Forensics (CONFIRMED)

  

• 12.00pm

  Keynote: Live Facial Recognition

  • Outlining key developments in facial recognition technology and it’s uses
  • Understanding and utilising Live Facial Recognition to identify people suspected of criminal activity or those who have outstanding warrants
  • Adhering to data protection, equality, and human rights laws when using facial recognition
  • Strategies for improving community perceptions of the use of facial recognition technology

  Claudia McCready, Lecturer, University of West England (CONFIRMED)

  

• 12.20pm

  Questions & Answers

• 12.40pm

  Lunch Break

• 1.30pm

  Breakout Networking:

  This session will provide you with the opportunity to discuss the biggest issues facing those working within the police and law enforcement when using digital policing strategies as well as strategies for making the most of digital policing technology. We encourage you to take this time to network with colleagues and share your experiences.

• 1.50pm

  Case Study: Using Technology to Tackle Violence Against Women and Girls

  • Utilising User-Centered Design to provide support to victims and survivors of domestic abuse, stalking and harassment
  • Ensuring that technological support provides effective services to non-English speaking and disabled victims enabling them to tell their stories
  • Strategies for using cloud technology to provide a unified experience for victims across all touchpoints
  • Guidance on utilising data and analytical tools to support qualitative findings

  DC Neil Howells, Cyber Crime Protect Officer, West Midlands Police (CONFIRMED)

  

• 2.20pm

  Case Study: Policing in an Online World

  • Demonstrate the operational need for safe, secure, and auditable internet access across policing, particularly for frontline staff relying on OSINT and internet‑based enquiries.
  • Presents research findings showing widespread use of personal devices for intelligence work, highlighting risks, gaps, and legitimacy concerns.
  • Explains the design, implementation, and outcomes of the 2025 Long Arm Browser Proof of Concept, including usage statistics, user feedback, and operational benefits.
  • Shows how enhanced internet intelligence capabilities support investigations, organisational efficiency, and improve victim outcomes.

  Liam Cahill, Inspector – Integrity Screening Unit, Metropolitan Police (CONFIRMED)

  

• 2.50pm

  Questions & Answers

• 3.10pm

  Chair’s Closing Remarks

  Dr Craig Webber, Associate Professor, University of Southampton (CONFIRMED)

  

• 3.20pm

  Conference Close

Past and Present Speakers

Liz Aston

Director

Scottish Institute for Policing Research

Sarra Fotheringham

Policing Standards Manager for Digital and Cyber

College of Policing

Steve Ackland

Director

Aim Ltd

Joy Allen

Police and Crime Commissioner

Durham Police & Crime Commissioner’s Office

Jason Cullum

Detective Sergeant and Digital Media Investigator

Northamptonshire Police

Nicola Faulconbridge

HM Assistant Inspector of Constabularies

HM Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS)

Chris Hutton

Chief Inspector - Programme

Cambridgeshire Constabulary

Zoe Traynor

Detective Inspector – Domestic Abuse Hub

Kent Police

Testimonials

Why You Should Attend

Why Attend:

✓ Hear high-level key notes from from leading authorities in policing

✓ Learn from case studies showcasing best practices in implementing digital policing technology

✓ Network with senior colleagues from the police force

✓ Gain 8 hours of CPD points towards your yearly quota

Who Should Attend

Pricing Options

Sponsorship

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IMPORTANT: There are only a small number of sponsorship opportunities available to ensure maximum exposure and ROI – contact us today to secure your place.

Virtual vs F2F

Whilst F2F provide better options for networking, there are many distinct advantages of sponsoring our online conferences including:

• Wider geographical reach of delegates and a different audience who prefer online to f2f
• Lower sponsorship package costs
• No travel/accommodation
• Less time out of the office
• No stand materials required (lower costs)
• 1 of only 2 sponsors involved – less competition on the day
• Prime speaking slot in the morning of the conference including Q&A – less distractions and easier for delegates to hear/absorb information
• Receive all delegate data after the conference to follow-up directly with those who attend and don’t attend (small % but still key stakeholders)
• Ongoing exposure via OnDemand access (coming soon)

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