In 2022, the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act introduced the Serious Violence Duty. This legislation required local authorities and other public services to work together to prevent and reduce serious violence in their communities. In 2023, like many other...
Introduction Police Scotland (1) is a large and ambitious service, with outstanding detection rates for high harm crimes and a proven track record of providing good service to victims and witnesses. The Challenge The service has made a number of changes and...
Introduction Islington Council (1) is a high performing and stable authority, with ambitious leadership and a recently appointed Chief Executive, Victoria Lawson (2). The council faces a number of immediate challenges, however, including: the need to deliver on...
Local government has a key role to play in rebuilding Britain. Yet, the sector has been among the worst-affected (1) by austerity, with 8 councils having declared effective bankruptcy since 2018, and one in five (2) reporting they may follow suit without intervention...
Examining Officer and Staff Requirement: Insights from the Police Service of Northern Ireland Introduction The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) (1) plays a critical role in tackling crime, ensuring public safety, and supporting peace, security and community...
