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London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Five Met officers taken off duty after weapons find

Five Metropolitan Police officers removed from front-line duties after firearms and a Taser were found on a London street.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

No sanctions for Met officer who joked about rape

A former Met officer was found to have committed gross misconduct but received no sanction; several other officers were dismissed for gross misconduct.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Met investigates hundreds of officers after using Palantir AI tool

The Metropolitan police are investigating hundreds of officers using AI to uncover misconduct, resulting in arrests for serious offenses including corruption and sexual assault.
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Met Police detective sacked over use of sex workers and class A drugs on trips abroad

A Metropolitan Police detective was dismissed for using sex workers and Class A drugs over seven years, breaching professional conduct standards.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Met Police detective sacked for hiring sex workers and using drugs on overseas trips

A Metropolitan Police detective was dismissed for engaging sex workers and using Class A drugs over seven years, breaching professional standards.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Five Met officers taken off duty after weapons find

Five Metropolitan Police officers removed from front-line duties after firearms and a Taser were found on a London street.
#lapd
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Officers called out serious problems at firearms training facility; LAPD retaliated, jury finds

LAPD retaliated against four officers for raising safety concerns, resulting in a nearly $15 million jury award for the officers.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Officers called out serious problems at firearms training facility; LAPD retaliated, jury finds

LAPD retaliated against four officers for raising safety concerns, resulting in a nearly $15 million jury award for the officers.
France news
fromThe Local France
1 day ago

France charges policeman suspected of breaking woman's skull

A policeman has been charged for fracturing a woman's skull during a 2018 incident amid protests, marking a significant case of alleged police brutality.
EU data protection
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Security vetting stepped up after MP is given bodyguard with far-right links

Mitie has tightened vetting processes for bodyguards after a far-right linked operative was assigned to protect a threatened politician.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Police across the US worry officers are being misidentified as ICE, records show

Immigration operations are causing confusion and fear among law enforcement, impacting their ability to perform regular duties effectively.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

OPP will get major detachment at Ontario Place as officers prepare to patrol Gardiner, DVP | CBC News

Ontario Place will have a new OPP detachment to enhance highway patrols and ensure safety for visitors.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Suicide-related callouts to fire services triple in England in a decade

Suicide-related callouts to fire services in England have tripled in the last decade, prompting calls for mandatory training for firefighters.
#epsom
Social justice
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Alleged rape that triggered protests in Epsom was a confused report', police say

A reported rape in Epsom was found to be a confused report; no sexual offense occurred, and the investigation has been closed.
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Police hit with eggs and beer cans during protests over alleged Epsom rape

Four people were arrested during a protest in Epsom following an alleged rape, which escalated to public disorder with objects thrown at police.
Social justice
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Alleged rape that triggered protests in Epsom was a confused report', police say

A reported rape in Epsom was found to be a confused report; no sexual offense occurred, and the investigation has been closed.
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Police hit with eggs and beer cans during protests over alleged Epsom rape

Four people were arrested during a protest in Epsom following an alleged rape, which escalated to public disorder with objects thrown at police.
Law
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Proctor's phone data back in the spotlight as Karen Read teases lawsuit against State Police, Canton

Proctor's cellphone communications reveal extreme bias and misconduct, leading to his termination from the State Police and ongoing legal repercussions for Read.
#facial-recognition
Privacy technologies
fromTheregister
4 days ago

High Court approves Met Police's facial recog after dispute

London's Metropolitan Police can continue using live facial recognition technology after a legal challenge was dismissed by the High Court.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Case lost against Met Police over live facial ID

The High Court upheld the Metropolitan Police's use of live facial recognition technology, dismissing concerns over discrimination and human rights violations.
Privacy technologies
fromTheregister
4 days ago

High Court approves Met Police's facial recog after dispute

London's Metropolitan Police can continue using live facial recognition technology after a legal challenge was dismissed by the High Court.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Case lost against Met Police over live facial ID

The High Court upheld the Metropolitan Police's use of live facial recognition technology, dismissing concerns over discrimination and human rights violations.
#nypd
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago
NYC politics

Police union sues NYPD watchdog over publishing allegations of officer misconduct | amNewYork

New York City
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Mayor Mamdani calls violent NYPD arrest in Gowanus 'unacceptable'

Mayor Mamdani condemned the NYPD's violent arrest, emphasizing the need for safety and justice without compromise.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Police union sues NYPD watchdog over publishing allegations of officer misconduct | amNewYork

The NYPD union sued the CCRB for sharing unsubstantiated complaints against officers, claiming it harms their reputations and safety.
New York City
fromFOX 5 New York
5 days ago

NYPD disbands unit after violent Brooklyn arrest video

The NYPD disbanded a narcotics unit after officers were filmed violently arresting an innocent man in a Brooklyn liquor store.
New York City
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Mayor Mamdani calls violent NYPD arrest in Gowanus 'unacceptable'

Mayor Mamdani condemned the NYPD's violent arrest, emphasizing the need for safety and justice without compromise.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
5 days ago

Oakland police illegally keep information from those who request it, says attorney

Oakland's police department has failed to comply with a settlement agreement to improve transparency and respond to public records requests.
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

26-year-old identified as man killed by police in Lexington

Shortly after police arrived on scene that man exited the home in possession of a large kitchen knife and advanced on officers. Less lethal force was used and was not effective.
Boston
Privacy professionals
fromTruthout
1 hour ago

In Atlanta, AI Surveillance Expands As Cop City Reshapes Black Communities

The construction of 'Cop City' in Atlanta raises concerns about privacy, surveillance, and environmental impacts on the local community.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

US justice department blocking Met police investigation into Mandelson, reports say UK politics live

The UK investigation into Peter Mandelson is stalled due to the US refusal to provide Epstein-related evidence.
#reproductive-rights
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Former parliamentary staff member arrested under anti-hacking laws

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support their reporting efforts.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Five taken off duty after police leave bag of guns outside Sadiq Khan's home'

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Starmer increasingly concerned' about countries using proxies for crimes in UK

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Former parliamentary staff member arrested under anti-hacking laws

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support their reporting efforts.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Five taken off duty after police leave bag of guns outside Sadiq Khan's home'

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
EU data protection
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

UK Football Policing Unit chief says X is hiding behind' legal processes and delays

The ability to secure identifying information from X has significantly worsened, impacting successful prosecutions of online abuse.
#counter-terrorism
EU data protection
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Ex-parliamentary employee arrested under anti-hacking law

A former parliamentary employee was arrested under anti-hacking laws related to the Computer Misuse Act of 1990, with an ongoing police investigation.
EU data protection
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Ex-parliamentary employee arrested under anti-hacking law

A former parliamentary employee was arrested under anti-hacking laws related to the Computer Misuse Act of 1990, with an ongoing police investigation.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

To Protect And Swerve: NYPD Cop Has 547 Speeding Tickets Yet Remains On The Force - Streetsblog New York City

James Giovansanti, a NYPD officer, has received 187 traffic tickets in 2025, making him a significant danger to public safety.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Black children in England and Wales almost eight times more likely to be strip-searched than white peers report

Black children in England and Wales are disproportionately strip-searched by police compared to white children, highlighting severe racial disparities.
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

Tuesday's Headlines: Cops Are Doing It Wrong Edition - Streetsblog New York City

A state judge has ruled that every red-light ticket written to a cyclist under the state's vehicle and traffic law since 2019 is bogus. The city legalized the practice of biking through a red light on a pedestrian 'walk' signal, yet NYPD cops have been wrongly writing tickets for cyclists who go through the 'red' on the walk signal.
New York City
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Hillsborough Law to progress in next parliamentary session

Progress on the Hillsborough Law continues as ministers agree to carry the bill over to the next parliamentary session.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Former boss at Lucy Letby's hospital arrested on suspicion of perverting course of justice

Cheshire constabulary confirmed that the arrested individual was one of three former hospital bosses detained last June on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter, as part of an ongoing investigation.
London politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

How did thousands of sensitive LAPD files get leaked? City officials seek explanation

Councilmember Ysabel Jurado stated that she expected City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto to provide detailed answers regarding the data breach, but instead received an internal report that left many questions unanswered.
Los Angeles
#shoplifting
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago
UK news

Share more CCTV to help tackle shoplifting - Met

Retailers need to share more CCTV evidence to help police effectively target shoplifters amid rising crime rates.
fromTheregister
5 days ago
London politics

Met police trials new tech to counter shoplifting scourge

London's Metropolitan Police is trialing new technology to combat shoplifting without using live facial recognition.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Share more CCTV to help tackle shoplifting - Met

Retailers need to share more CCTV evidence to help police effectively target shoplifters amid rising crime rates.
London politics
fromTheregister
5 days ago

Met police trials new tech to counter shoplifting scourge

London's Metropolitan Police is trialing new technology to combat shoplifting without using live facial recognition.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Met police in talks to buy Palantir AI tech for use in criminal investigations

The Metropolitan police is considering purchasing AI technology from Palantir for intelligence analysis amid concerns over data privacy and company controversies.
#arson
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Seven more arrested after arson attacks on London Jewish sites

Seven arrests made in connection with arson attacks on Jewish sites in London, with ongoing investigations into further conspiracies.
London politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

British police probe another arson attack in London

British counter-terrorism police are investigating an arson attack on a shop in Hendon, London, targeting a Jewish community.
Privacy professionals
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago

Antioch police launches Flock Camera Transparency Portal, allowing public to access data

Antioch Police Department utilizes Flock cameras to solve felony cases and enhance transparency through a new public portal.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
5 days ago

Former top civil servant 'in the dark' over reasons for his sacking - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

"I don't fully understand the reasons that I'm in the position I am in, but that is for a separate process for me to try to get to the bottom of."
UK politics
London politics
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Garda suspended over 'Bikegate' controversy gets standing ovation at GRA conference

Suspended gardaí demand fair treatment and an independent appeals process after distressing experiences during investigations.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Police chiefs failed to tackle racism due to lack of leadership, watchdog finds

Promises to address racial bias in policing have failed due to lack of national leadership and internal resistance within police culture.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Woman charged with attempted murder after car hit pedestrians in London

A woman has been charged with attempted murder after a car hit pedestrians in central London, leaving one in life-threatening condition.
#police-misconduct
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Officer sacked for 'appalling' remarks on Panorama

A police officer was dismissed for making inappropriate comments and using force against a detainee during an undercover investigation.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Met PC avoids jail over drunken pub sexual assault

A Metropolitan Police officer received a 12-month community order for sexually assaulting a woman by groping her in a pub while intoxicated.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Officer sacked for 'appalling' remarks on Panorama

A police officer was dismissed for making inappropriate comments and using force against a detainee during an undercover investigation.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Met PC avoids jail over drunken pub sexual assault

A Metropolitan Police officer received a 12-month community order for sexually assaulting a woman by groping her in a pub while intoxicated.
Boston food
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Met Police officer charged with sexual offences

A police constable faces four sexual assault charges related to an alleged December 2024 incident at a Soho bar and will appear in court on March 9.
Humor
fromUNILAD
1 month ago

Cop fired after using sneaky trick to pretend she was working from home

A UK police sergeant was fired for using a picture frame on her keyboard to prevent her computer from sleeping and simulate work activity while not actually working.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Armed officers guarding Sadiq Khan left bag of guns outside home in major security blunder

Armed officers left a bag with weapons near London Mayor Sadiq Khan's home, prompting an investigation and temporary removal of five officers from duty.
#undercover-policing
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Undercover police officer was sacked for assaulting partner, spycops inquiry hears

An undercover officer was convicted of assault and deceived a woman into an intimate relationship, leading to a public inquiry into undercover policing.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Undercover police officer was sacked for assaulting partner, spycops inquiry hears

An undercover officer was convicted of assault and deceived a woman into an intimate relationship, leading to a public inquiry into undercover policing.
Law
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 months ago

Metropolitan Police needs effective constraints on live facial recognition use, court hears | Computer Weekly

Metropolitan Police policy provides minimal constraints on where live facial recognition may be deployed, risking arbitrary and widespread use.
#policing-reform
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Undercover police officer exposed by his own blunder, spycops inquiry hears

An undercover officer was exposed after accidentally recording himself discussing activists during a covert operation infiltrating leftwing groups.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Police in England and Wales to get new strict emergency response time limits

Officers will be expected to arrive at crime scenes within 15 minutes in urban areas and 20 minutes in the countryside while attending serious crimes, the Home Office said. The new time limits will apply if there is a danger to life, an immediate threat of violence or the possibility of a serious injury or damage to property, or if a crime is in progress. Shabana Mahmood, the home secretary, is preparing to announce a full package of changes that the Home Office claims to be the biggest overhaul in two centuries.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

What is Shabana Mahmood proposing in biggest ever' policing reforms?

After a stream of policy announcements over several months, Shabana Mahmood has unveiled a white paper outlining reforms that will affect every police force across England and Wales and could well abolish most of them. The home secretary's department has described it as the biggest overhaul of policing since the service was founded two centuries ago. The white paper, entitled From Local to National: a New Model for Policing, outlines policies that will include:
UK news
UK politics
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Met Police is in a Serious Breach of Policing Protocol - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Metropolitan Police apologized to Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle for breaching confidentiality by disclosing information he provided about Lord Mandelson, raising serious questions about policing protocol and legal compliance.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Met police settle out of court with retired dancer shot with Taser

There was an early public acknowledgment that a serious error had occurred, yet Mr Morton was forced to pursue proceedings to the brink of trial to achieve any finality. Prolonged denial and delay can itself become a source of real harm.
UK news
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

New 999 response time targets to speed up policing and catch more criminals

Police response targets tightened: 999 calls answered within ten seconds and serious incidents reached within 15 minutes in cities, 20 minutes in rural areas.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Report hate incidents, crime or not, says Met

London police ask residents to report hate incidents, even if not criminal, to monitor rising community tensions and prioritize limited policing resources.
UK politics
fromDataBreaches.Net
2 months ago

UK plans sweeping overhaul of policing amid surge in online crimes - DataBreaches.Net

Britain plans a centralized National Police Service to tackle cybercrime, fraud and cross-border digital offenses, with the National Crime Agency to be merged into it.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Last-ditch call to save police front counters

Ten London police front counters will close, reducing 37 to 27 and leaving only two 24-hour counters, raising concerns for vulnerable residents.
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