Podcasts about Police Federation

The Police Federation calls for a U-turn as its public petition reaches 829,000. Lyse Doucet joins us from Kabul five years on from its takeover by the Taliban. We visit one of the country's oldest petrol stations, which will trial pre-payment at the pump to foil fuel thieves. We meet our listener who's walked all fifteen National Parks and swap tips on the hosepipe ban. And Chris Moss shares his untrodden alternatives to the UK's tourist traps. Our reviewers are Simon Calder Travel Guru, Hannah Betts from the Times and barrister Jasvir Singh.

What are the Police Federation requesting in the 2026/27 police pay negotiations? How does that compare to the Superintendents' Association? Why are the NPCC and Home Office so aligned? How does it all compare to Scotland? What will it mean for your salary?Now all the cards are on the table for police pay negotiations, I answer all these in this podcast and associated recent free blog.If you like this and the other extensive free content I put out, please consider becoming a subscriber to support my work, so I can keep producing content for you.Going for promotion? Remember I'm just a phone call away and offer free 30 mins of coaching!---- WANTING PROMOTION?Here's tried & tested police promotion materials, including premium eGuides, CVF deep-dive, & video Masterclass content:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.ranksuccess.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ____Become a premium podcast subscriber today for your ongoing CPD... REVIEWS: "Gold dust!", "Really enjoyed", "Reassuring", "Easy listening", "Simplifies things", "Paid off".WHY SUBSCRIBE? LOADS of subscriber-only regular podcasts, EXCLUSIVE access to the BEST of my archives, be FIRST to hear new episodes, and get 25% DISCOUNT off premium toolkits (by request).⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ranksuccess/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

How does the Labour politician who oversees policing in Avon and Somerset feel about being cancelled by her own party after less than 18 months in office? This week we're talking to Clare Moody, Avon & Somerset's police and crime commissioner (PCC), who beat her Conservative predecessor Mark Shelford by 5,000 votes in 2024, albeit on a low turnout of 23%. In November, as we were finalising the guest booking, policing minister Sarah Jones announced that the Starmer government would be scrapping PCCs, which were set up under the Tories in the 2010s, with a statement calling the role a "failed experiment". The Police Federation, which represents the rank and file, backed the move.In this first Unpacked of 2026, Neil asks Moody about whether her job still matters, and what comes next, about the state of policing nationally and here in Bristol, and about what forces need to do to regain the trust of communities they serve. Enjoy. The Bristol Cable is Bristol's community-owned cooperative newsroom – fiercely independent journalism that puts people before profit. Since 2014, we've been holding power to account through investigative reporting, community campaigns, and democratic media ownership. Because when journalism serves the community, not shareholders, real change becomes possible.Support independent journalism and help us bring more vital conversations to Bristol: become a Bristol Cable member.

Newly elected New Jersey GOP Chair Christine Hanlon joins us. What was her reaction when the governor's race was called so early in the night on Election Day? What are the Democrats doing right now that are contributing to turnout in the last election? What other factors compelled voters to lean blue? Why was the messaging with Democrats so much farther widespread than the Republicans? What else besides early voting, will Christine be pushing for in getting better turnout? Why do Republicans need to work on affordability? With towns like Medford building affordable housing nobody wants, how will Republicans capitalize on that? What is the secret weapon? 220 - Dom's Money Melody! 225 - Dom has an update from Minnesota. 235 - President of St. Paul Police Federation, Mark Ross joins us to give his analysis of what is happening across the river in Minneapolis. What is the difference in St. Paul's policy and Minneapolis' on ICE? Why is better communication and preparation needed to prevent tragedies like this? What does Mark talk about on his podcast? Will the rhetoric of elected officials tear apart law enforcement and ICE even further? 250 - The Lightning Round!

Great interview with two NPF (National Police Federation) representatives, Rob Farrer - VP Pacific Region and Chirs Voller - Director Pacific Region.https://npf-fpn.com/The National Police Federation is the sole certified bargaining agent for regular Members and reservists of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police below the rank of Inspector. The NPF was certified to represent ~20,000 RCMP Members serving across Canada and internationally in the summer of 2019. We are the largest police labour relations organization in Canada, the second largest in North America and the first independent national association to represent RCMP Members. Mission:To provide strong, fair, and progressive representation to promote and enhance the rights of RCMP Members.Vision:RCMP Members are recognized as the best police officers in the world and are compensated accordingly.Values:LoyaltyOur Members' best interests will always govern our decisions and actions.ProductivityWe focus on solutions for Members, applying evidence and best practice through an ethical framework.InnovationWe are open to new opinions, new ideas and new ways of getting things done.InclusivityWe welcome Members of all communities. We are transparent and collaborative in achieving our objectives.CollaborationThe NPF and our Members are committed to providing police services that support safer and more liveable communities, large and small.Sound editing done by Todd Mason.More about the Victoria City Police Union (VCPU): - Tweet us at https://twitter.com/VicPD_Union - Follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/vicpd_union/ - Find us on FaceBook at https://www.facebook.com/truebluevictoria/ - Visit our website for information at https://truebluevic.ca/ - Email us at media@vcpu.ca for any media inquiries or requests to be on the True Blue Podcast

Nolan talks to DUP's Trevor Clarke and Chair of the Police Federation for NI- Liam Kelly.

'The crisis in resourcing is preventing the PSNI providing the service it should and exhausting officers' - UUP MLA Jon Burrows spoke to Frank after the Police Federation's 'unprecedented' appeal for support from the Secretary of State Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you were Chancellor, whose taxes would you want to put up?The chair and deputy chair of police officers' representative body, the Police Federation of England and Wales, take LBC listeners' calls.

Father Charles Azzopardi is the Roman Catholic Church's new Bishop in Gibraltar. He takes over from Bishop Carmel Zammit, who - in keeping with Canon Law - was obliged to send in his resignation when he turned 75 last year. The Newsroom's Christina Cortes covered the press conference at the Cathedral of St Mary the Crowned. In King Charles III's National Day letter this year, he praised Gibraltar's 25 year environment plan, which “places sustainable development goals at the heart of creating a greener, more sustainable and low-carbon Gibraltar." Environment Minister John Cortes gave us his reaction to the King's words.A Public Sector Pay and Industrial Relations Framework Agreement was signed yesterday by the Government, Unite the Union, the GGCA, the Police Federation, and the NASUWT. The teachers' union says that its long-standing call to review the £50,000 pension cap will be considered. We had NASUWT President, Clive Barton in the studio.In sports Jose Mari Ruiz spoke about GFA's second Euro qualifier against Czechia, gave a roundup of the fixtures, and looked ahead to the traditional Caleta regatta later this evening. And, each September mental health charity GibSams recognises Suicide Prevention Month as a time to raise awareness, spark conversations, and show support. As part of the initiative the community has been encouraged to wear green today. We spoke to the charity's Brenda Cuby and Vivian Benatar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A year ago, towns across Britain were in flames as far-right anti-immigration protests turned into riots, while this week the Police Federation called recent protests in Epping a 'signal flare' for further unrest.So with the number of migrants crossing the Channel in small boats actually up and social media - not to mention certain MPs - pumping out inflammatory comments, is another summer flare-up inevitable? And how do the police , the politicians and the protesters themselves distinguish between the genuine concerns of dispossessed communities, and the gratuitous violence of far-right racists?On this episode of The Fourcast, Jackie Long is joined by Sunder Katwala, director of the think-tank British Future which focuses on diversity and social inclusion, the  academic Lisa McKenzie, who writes primarily about working-class communities and class inequality, and Adam Kelwick, imam of the UK's oldest mosque in Liverpool who came to prominence during last year's riots with his attempts at dialogue with protesters.

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we've won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awardsIf you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps... Today's episode includes the following: https://x.com/i/status/1947910721653629035 https://x.com/i/status/1947937882662162607 https://x.com/i/status/1948035677968323026 https://x.com/i/status/1948031830990475563 https://x.com/i/status/1947897270151631039 https://x.com/i/status/1948085889600823433https://x.com/i/status/1947954732665888976 https://x.com/i/status/1947725744685125886https://youtu.be/kKL-bWIZdhc Contact us over @TheSmart7pod or visit www.thesmart7.com or find out more at www.metro.co.uk Voiced by Jamie East, using AI, written by Liam Thompson, researched by Lucie Lewis and produced by Daft Doris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chair of Police Federation Liam Kelly and UUP's Doug Beattie discuss with Nolan.

Liam Kelly, Chair of the Police Federation for Northern Ireland, discusses the ongoing unrest in Northern Ireland.

Police officers aren't allowed to strike or join a trade union. They rely instead on an organisation called the Police Federation to represent their interests. It's a surprisingly powerful body that ultimately affects the way all of us are policed. This is the story of how it lost its way. Reporter: John SimpsonProducer: Katie GunningSound design: Dominic DelargyArtwork: Blythe Walker SibthorpEditor: Jasper CorbettTo find out more about The Observer:Subscribe to TheObserver+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free contentHead to our website observer.co.uk Download the Tortoise app – for a listening experience curated by our journalistsIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.comAd: Go to www.incogni.com/slownewscast for your exclusive discount. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the FSU's support, the Chairman of the Metropolitan Police Federation – Rick Prior – is suing his own union after he was ‘cancelled' for suggesting frontline officers are increasingly nervous about challenging people from ethnic minorities whom they suspect of breaking the law, given the spate of internal investigations into officers accused of being ‘racist'. Following an interview on GB News in October 2024 which led to his suspension, Mr Prior was also locked out of his emails and IT system and told he wasn't allowed to speak to the press or comment on social media. As reported in The Telegraph and with the backing of the FSU, Mr Prior is taking legal action against the Police Federation of England & Wales and you can support Rick here. In other news, on Monday 17th March, the Online Safety Act's latest phase of duties came into force. They require social media platforms – on pain of massive fines – to identify and remove illegal content. Sites must complete risk assessments detailing how they deal with illegal material and implement safety measures to deal with the risk. The Telegraph reports that dozens of small internet forums have already blocked British users or shut down as new online safety laws come into effect, with one comparing the new regime to a British version of China's “great firewall”. Interestingly, the importance of internet forums and online anonymity was raised at our ‘From Faith to Faithless' event last week. When labouring under the pervasive influence of a ‘high control' religion, anonymous online communication becomes an essential ingredient for those taking their first tentative steps back to the wider world.   ‘That's Debatable!'  is edited by Jason Clift.

In this episode of the POLICE podcast, Acting National Secretary, John Partington, brings you the details of the 2025 PFEW police officer pay recommendations submitted to the Police Remuneration Review Body (PRRB).The PRRB's annual recommendation forms part of the Government's approach to police pay and how it should increase year on year.Find out more about the PRRB process and what the Police Federation is doing to highlight shortcomings when it comes to police pay. 

Kevin Morton, President of the NSW Police Association and the Police Federation of Australia, spoke with Mark about the current bail and ankle-monitoring system, which has allowed dangerous criminals to walk the streets without appropriate tracking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thousands of people cross Pheasants Nest Bridge on the Hume Highway every day, probably unaware of its haunting past. Beneath this towering structure lies a history shrouded in tragedy—suicide, dismembered remains, mysterious deaths, and dozens of unanswered questions. In 1989, the bridge became the site of a chilling case: the untimely deaths of two 15-year-old boys, Matthew Kelly and Jaymie Egner, who were discovered inside one of the bridge's 33m high pylons. Forensic Investigator Esther McKay was brought in to examine the scene—a task that would forever change her life. If you or anyone you know needs help: Lifeline (Crisis support and suicide prevention) 13 11 14 1800 Respect (National sexual assault, family and domestic violence counselling line) 1800 737 732 Full Stop Australia (National violence and abuse trauma counselling and recovery Service) 1800 385 578 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gibraltar's Coroner's Court will open an inquest touching on the death of Simon Parkes, the sailor who disappeared in Gibraltar on the 12th December 1986. The Minister for Justice, Nigel Feetham, has given his consent. This follows a campaign by GBC Journalist Ros Astengo, with the support of lawyers acting on a pro-bono basis, to help bring justice for his family. Over the course of the morning the MET office issued a weather advisory for heavy rain from ten this morning until one tomorrow night. A separate heavy rain warning may be issued if the total rainfall is expected to be more than 50 millimetres in six hours. We spoke to Principal Meteological Officer, Katy Lowe.The Police Federation says a strong message needs to be sent out to anyone who believes they can use violence against emergency service and care workers with no more than a slap on the wrist. The police union says officers dedicate their lives to protecting the public and all they ask in return is to be protected in return. Chairman of the Police Federation, Calum Bruce, stressed this further in the studio. Jose Mari Ruiz brought us the latest in sports, with both men's and women's football, the Special Olympics in Monaco, and Ironman 70.3 over in Tangier.And, tomorrow is Stroke Awareness Day - there are several symptoms that you can look out for which can make a difference for the patient. In 2014 our Sports Co-ordinator, John Sheppard suffered a stroke during an indoor football match. The reaction time by those around him saved his life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

GUEST: Chris Voller, Director of the Pacific/North Region for the National Police Federation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Liam Kelly, chair of the Police Federation for Northern Ireland, tells us why he believes the Stormont administration is failing to address policing problems.

In this episode of Crime Time Inc, hosted solo by Simon Maclean, the focus is on the multifaceted challenges facing Police Scotland. The show features an insightful interview with David Threadgold, the national chair of the Scottish Police Federation, who discusses the morale of officers, resource constraints, and recent changes within the force. The conversation highlights inefficiencies in the criminal justice system, health-related demands on police resources, and the decline in community engagement due to the hub model. They also address the benefits of body-worn cameras and the impact of rural officer housing policies. A portion of the episode is dedicated to examining current drug policies, questioning the effectiveness of the Misuse of Drugs Act, and considering alternative approaches observed internationally. Historical reflections, such as Jim Duffy's 2005 views on drug policy and Lord John McCluskey's criticisms, underscore the ongoing debate about the 'war on drugs.' The dialogue extends to the potential of safe consumption rooms and proportionate responses to crime. Furthermore, the complex dynamics between maintaining law enforcement standards and societal adaptation, alongside reduced police presence, prison system critiques, and hate crime legislation challenges, are covered. The episode emphasises the importance of public trust in the police and provides information on how to communicate with the Police Federation. It concludes with an invitation to a live Crime Time Inc podcast event in Glasgow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Liam Kelly, chair Police Federation for Northern Ireland, outlines his reaction to the €750,000 fine imposed by the UK's Information Commissioner's Office on the Police Service of Northern Ireland following a data breach in August 2023.

Why do some people find it so hard to condemn Hamas? Police Federation Chair Steve Hartshorn takes your calls & how much school discipline is too much?

They also voted no confidence in the Chief Operating Officer and Assistant Chief Officer

On today's #NCFNewspeak, NCF Director Peter Whittle and Senior Fellow Rafe Heydel-Mankoo are once again joined by Amy Gallagher of Stand Up To Woke to discuss: * A major survey of Anglican clergy finds that a majority of clergy believe Britain is no longer a Christian country and want the Church to abandon traditional teaching and adopt modern social trends. * Sadiq Khan's ULEZ -- is it a war on cars and the poor? * Notting Hill Carnival: With this year's carnival resulting in the arrest of 245 and incidents ranging from stabbings to biting of police -- and with the Police Federation stating the event is getting out of control and a nightmare to police -- is it time to call time on the Notting Hill Carnival? --------------- SUBSCRIBE: If you are enjoying the show, please subscribe to our channel on YouTube (click the Subscribe Button underneath the video and then Click on the Bell icon next to it to make sure you Receive All Notifications) AUDIO: If you prefer Audio you can subscribe on itunes or Soundcloud. Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-923838732 itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/s... SUPPORT/DONATE: PAYPAL/ CARD PAYMENTS - ONE TIME & MONTHLY: You can donate in a variety of ways via our website: http://www.newcultureforum.org.uk/#do... It is set up to accept one time and monthly donations. JOIN US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Web: http://www.newcultureforum.org.uk F: https://www.facebook.com/NCultureForum/ Y: https://www.youtube.com/@NewCultureForum T: http://www.twitter.com/NewCultureForum (@NewCultureForum)

We speak to former RUC officer Dr William Matchett, Brian Rowan and UUP MLA Mike Nesbitt.

Liam Kelly, Chair of the Police Federation for Northern Ireland, on a PSNI data breach affecting thousands of officers and staff.

Naomi Long, Leader of the Alliance Party, on a PSNI data breach affecting thousands of officers and staff.

National Police Federation Recommends Progressive, Data-drivien Approach to Bail Reform in Canada. The NPF made their voice heard during the premiers meetings in Winnipeg. Guest: Scott Newark. Former Alberta Crown Attorney, senior policy advisor to federal and Quebec public safety ministers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Today Debate is about taking a subject and pulling it apart with more time than we could ever have during the Today programme in the morning. Today presenter Mishal Husain is joined by an expert panel in the BBC's Radio Theatre in Broadcasting House to look at the future of policing in 'The Today Debate: Policing and us - how can we fix it?' Her guests include Baroness Louise Casey, whose year long review into the Metropolitan Police found the force suffers from "institutional racism, misogyny and homophobia". The Met Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley. Mina Smallman, whose daughters Nicole Smallman and Bibaa Henry were murdered in London in June 2020. Two Met officers were subsequently jailed for sharing images of their bodies in a WhatsApp group. Steve Hartshorn, National Chair for the Police Federation of England and Wales, one of the largest police staff associations in the UK representing more than 130,000 rank and file officers. And Sir Peter Fahy, former Chief Constable of Greater Manchester Police.

What should the UK's retirement age be? Police Federation Chair takes your calls & does mediation work when it comes to child custody?

Police Federation for Northern Ireland chief Liam Kelly joins us today to discuss the threats to policing in the north after the attempted murder of John Caldwell. This is a fascinating insight into policing when there are paramilitary attempts on law enforcement, as well as budget cuts and churn within the forces. A really interesting chat that will help contextualise policing on the island of Ireland. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Police Federation of England and Wales is demanding a minimum 17% pay increase for officers - and suggest their salaries are negatively affected by restrictions on their right to strike.Police officers have been prohibited from striking by law for over a century, with the most recent legislation being the Police Act 1996. Steve Hartshorn, National Chair of the PFEW, discusses the difficulties involved with policing right now amid a lack of public trust and explains what could happen next if their demands aren't met. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Phil is the National Conduct and Performance Lead for the Police Federation of England and Wales In this episode, Phil talks us through the whole Misconduct and Gross Misconduct end to end processes. We cover all sorts of topics and answer a load of questions from members of the Blue Light Leavers Facebook group, covering everything from, what is Misconduct and Gross Misconduct, we talk about Fed Reps and the different types of training they have. We talk through the suspension criteria, we discuss the #IOPC and why investigations can take so long and a huge range of other topics, including the recent survey results, current Pol Fed priorities, retention and the impact of the mental heath and PTSD, along with the impact of a 20% cut in salaries in real terms under this Government, and the fact that some forces are having to open food banks to support officers. Phil also raises the shocking statistic that on average, there are 110 officers assaulted EVERY single day! That's absolutely staggering! I'm incredibly grateful to Phil for his time and expert knowledge, as he's exceptionally busy and he was incredibly open, honest and helpful. Early Bird tickets are now on sale for 'Out Of The Blue' event on Sat 29th April 2023 at the Millennium Point, Birmingham and you can view and purchase your tickets HERE Join our one-day event for Police and Emergency Services leavers and be ready to make the change! This episode is sponsored by Motor Source Group. They offer genuine, new car discounts to serving and retired emergency services personnel, including Police, NHS, Fire and Rescue, and the Prison Service. They're completely independent, offering a full range of makes and models, and are rated excellent by their customers on Trustpilot. To find out more, go to www.bluelightleavers.com You can join the private Facebook Group via www.facebook.com/groups/bluelightleavers The Academy Membership from Blue Light Leavers gives you all the help you need to find your new role or career, including weekly live sessions with Andy and others who've been where you are, along with subject matter experts talking CVs, LinkedIn, interviews and much more, so if you're looking for support and want to find out more, go to www.bluelightleavers.com Not sure what roles you can do after the police, check this out: 'What jobs can I do after the Police?' Scorecard (scoreapp.com) You can listen to the podcast on shift, walking the dog, pottering about, and do it on your phone, desktop, laptop, or tablet, anywhere and whenever suits you, pause and play and they're all completely free! Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bluelightleavers/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bluelightleavers/message

Liam Kelly, Chairman of the Police Federation for Northern Ireland, condemns the shooting in Omagh that has left a police officer in a critical condition.

RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki announced Wednesday that she will be stepping down as the head of Canada's national police force. What now for Canada's national police force? GUEST: Brian Suave, President, National Police Federation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chair of Police Federation Liam Kelly speaks to Nolan

Also, Belfast city council vote overwhelmingly to put up household rates by just under 8%

Police Federation for NI call for "campaign" to fight PSNI cuts.

Bonus EpisodeIain DonnellyFormer Superintendant of West Midlands Police,Iain Donnelly, has over 25 years in various intelligence, covert policing,counter-terrorism, and serious crime investigation roles in London and the WestMidlands. Iain is also the author of Tango Juliet Foxtrot and the presenter of a podcast of the same name, exploring how the British police have changed over the last 30 years inresponse to ten years of budget cuts combined with exponentially growingdemand.Iain joins me on the Community Safety Podcast to discuss why closing 50% of the policestations in England and Wales and 75% of the police stations in London had ahugely negative effect on effective relationship-building between policeofficers and the community they serve. We dig into neighbourhood policing'simpact on the rise of knife crime in the UK, and Iain shares stories about hisfirst postings in London and what he learned about policing and human behaviourduring his training period. "Neighbourhood policing, forme, was such an unbelievably flexible resource to be able to problem solve allsorts of issues." - Iain Donnelly Today on The Community Safety Podcast:● Iain's experience of growing up in Belfast at the height of the Troubles in Northern Ireland● How the British Army's loss turned out to be the Metropolitan Police's gain The differences between methods of policing when Iain joined the service and when he left.● Iain's views on the efficacy of communitypolicing● Why the Police Federation and the Superintendent's Association have been proved correct when they said ten years ago that harsh budget cuts would have far-reaching consequences for public safety ● The impact of COVID-19 on the relationship between the police and the public● Why Iain feels that social media has been toxic for policing● Whether policing is seen as an attractive career option in 2022 Connect with Iain Donnelly:● Iain Donnelly on LinkedIn● Tango Juliet Foxtrot: How did it all go wrong for British policing? by Iain DonnellyConnect with The Community Safety Podcast:● TheCommunity Safety Podcast Website

Welcome to Episode 60 of the Blue Light Leavers Podcast Today I'm talking to Jamie Stenton, who is a former police officer and now, Marketing Director of Lilac James, who are a Digital Marketing specialist agency. In this interview, we talked through Jamie's policing career and the roles, skills and experience he picked up in the way, and we also talk about the tipping point when he realised that the additional pressure, timescales, responsibilities and relative salary increase, really wasn't worth it, and there had to be easier ways. During this time, he was developing a family business alongside his day job, and the support he got through, Shifts to Success and Alexander Seery. We talk about the day in the life of the type of work that he actually does now, and we talk through the changes and benefits of being a business owner and getting some control back in his life. He helps signpost some courses and people to follow on Facebook if this is an area that interests you, and we also talk about the importance of investing in your own success and future. This episode is sponsored by the brilliant Motor Source Group, which, like Blue Light Leavers, is a very proud sponsor of the Emergency Services Football League. I've met CEO Steve Thornton a number of times now, I've interviewed him for the podcast and also met the team and been up to their head office and they're just a really lovely bunch of people who are genuinely doing the right thing and doing their bit to say thanks. Motor Source Group offer genuine new car discounts to serving and retired emergency services personnel, including Police, NHS, Fire and Rescue, and the Prison Service. They're completely independent, offering a full range of makes and models, and are rated excellent by their customers on Trustpilot. They also work closely with the Police Federation and with NARPO and they deliver direct to your door. I promise you; you will make savings. To find out more, go to www.bluelightleavers.com/partners Don't forget, you can also visit the website at www.bluelightleavers.com and join the private Facebook Group via www.facebook.com/groups/bluelightleavers The Academy Membership from Blue Light Leavers gives you all the help you need to find your new role or career, including live sessions with Andy and others who've been there and done it along with subject matter experts, talking CVs, LinkedIn, interviews and so much more. DOORS ARE NOW OPEN after 3 months of no new application, so if you're looking for a little more help and support and want to find out more, you can go to www.bluelightleavers.com/academy If you're not sure what roles you can do after the police, check this out: 'What jobs can I do after the Police?' Scorecard (scoreapp.com) You can listen to the podcast on shift, walking the dog, pottering about, and do it on your phone, desktop, laptop, or tablet, anywhere and whenever suits you, pause and play and they're all completely free! You can now even ask Alexa to 'Play Blue Light Leavers Podcast' and up it pops. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bluelightleavers/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bluelightleavers/message

Welcome to Episode 59 of the Blue Light Leavers Podcast Ian Grant is a former police officer who's now a Senior Lecturer at a very well-known and hugely respected University, having left school with no qualifications. He talks us through his police career, we talk about the conversations we had towards the end of his service and coming to terms with that transition, along with the interview processes that he went through for his first role, and how things have just exploded and expanded for him from that point. This is all with a backdrop of a really significant health condition, so this episode comes with a bit of a warning that it is quite graphic in places with regards to the type of medical condition he has. We also talk about some of the skills and behaviours required for the role, and he gives some amazing advice about what to do and how to plan a year or so before you leave, the importance of networking and how it's had a massive impact on his career success, post-policing. This episode is sponsored by the brilliant Motor Source Group, which, like Blue Light Leavers, is a very proud sponsor of the Emergency Services Football League. I've met CEO Steve Thornton a number of times now, I've interviewed him for the podcast and also met the team and been up to their head office and they're just a really lovely bunch of people who are genuinely doing the right thing and doing their bit to say thanks. Motor Source Group offer genuine new car discounts to serving and retired emergency services personnel, including Police, NHS, Fire and Rescue, and the Prison Service. They're completely independent, offering a full range of makes and models, and are rated excellent by their customers on Trustpilot. They also work closely with the Police Federation and with NARPO and they deliver direct to your door. I promise you; you will make savings. To find out more, go to www.bluelightleavers.com/partners Don't forget, you can also visit the website at www.bluelightleavers.com and join the private Facebook Group via www.facebook.com/groups/bluelightleavers The Academy Membership from Blue Light Leavers gives you all the help you need to find your new role or career, including live sessions with Andy and others who've been there and done it along with subject matter experts, talking CVs, LinkedIn, interviews and so much more. Doors open again soon, so if you're looking for a little more help and support and want to find out more, you can go to www.bluelightleavers.com/academy If you're not sure what roles you can do after the police, check this out: 'What jobs can I do after the Police?' Scorecard (scoreapp.com) You can listen to the podcast on shift, walking the dog, pottering about, and do it on your phone, desktop, laptop, or tablet, anywhere and whenever suits you, pause and play and they're all completely free! You can now even ask Alexa to 'Play Blue Light Leavers Podcast' and up it pops. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bluelightleavers/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bluelightleavers/message

Warning of black-outs this winter, the Police Federation chair takes your calls, plus Scottish Parliament approves rent free law

Welcome to Episode 58 of the Blue Light Leavers Podcast In this episode, I'm talking to Steve Thornton. Steve is a multiple business owner and he's the co-founder and CEO of 3 organisations including Motor Source Group and Forces Cars Direct. Now, you may have heard of them as they're trusted and preferred partners for NARPO and the Police Federation, and I'm very proud to say that they are the new sponsors of the Blue Light Leavers Podcast Today, I talk to Steve about his background, his troubled childhood and his military career and we also discuss the transition from the military to civvie life, and we also discussed how he went about creating his businesses. Steve is really candid, honest and open about some of the challenges he had, particularly around leadership, managing others after the military, and that transition from the military into civvie street. We also talk about what's really important to Steve in terms of the core values and behaviours that he looks for in his employees. We discuss problem-solving and that initial setup, and we talk about some of the massive challenges that he had along the way. In this interview, we talk through transition, through leadership, and business ownership. There are some fantastic things to learn here, and I'm very proud that they are the new sponsors of the Blue Light Leavers Podcast. Don't forget, you can also visit the website at www.bluelightleavers.com and join the private Facebook Group via www.facebook.com/groups/bluelightleavers The Academy Membership from Blue Light Leavers gives you all the help you need to find your new role or career, including live sessions with Andy and others who've been there and done it along with subject matter experts, talking CVs, LinkedIn, interviews and so much more. Doors open again soon, so if you're looking for a little more help and support and want to find out more, you can email me at andy@bluelightleavers.com If you're not sure what roles you can do after the police, check this out: 'What jobs can I do after the Police?' Scorecard (scoreapp.com) You can listen to the podcast on shift, walking the dog, pottering about, and do it on your phone, desktop, laptop, or tablet, anywhere and whenever suits you, pause and play and they're all completely free! You can now even ask Alexa to 'Play Blue Light Leavers Podcast' and up it pops. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bluelightleavers/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bluelightleavers/message

Nearly 1000 PSNI officers overdue firearms refresher training/ training for use of force.

Dame Cressida Dick, the newly-departed Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police, says policing has become ‘too politicised'. When her force has been criticised on the right for investigating ‘Partygate' and on the left for letting the Prime Minister off too lightly, and when the Durham Police must now decide whether to end the career of the leader of the Labour Party, it's hard to argue with her. The Public Order Bill, which had its second reading this week, will create new legal powers to prevent or punish disruptive demonstrations. That too, critics say, is putting politics into policing. Meanwhile, the newly-arrived Chief Inspector of Constabulary, Andy Cooke, has been talking about priorities. He predicted that the cost of living crisis will trigger an increase in crime and advised officers to ‘use their discretion' when people are caught shop-lifting. One columnist wanted to know exactly how much he could nick without getting banged up. Police officers in Scotland have asked for guidance on how to enforce new hate crime legislation after being ‘inundated' with complaints about posts on social media. At its conference last week, the Police Federation of England and Wales was given a list of horror stories about misogyny in ‘every single force'. This week the National Police Chiefs Council declared itself ‘ashamed' about racism in law enforcement. Only six per cent of all crimes resulted in a charge last year. For reported rapes, the charge rate was 1.3 per cent. Some reformers want police priorities and targets set locally by the communities that are being policed. Others say it is precisely the new requirement that the police should be sensitive to everybody's feelings that's stopping them from locking up law-breakers. Where should the police's priorities lie? With Morag Livingstone, Dr Victor Olisa, Zoe Strimpel and Dr Roy Bailey Producer: Peter Everett.

Iain DonnellyFormer Superintendant of West Midlands Police,Iain Donnelly, has over 25 years in various intelligence, covert policing,counter-terrorism, and serious crime investigation roles in London and the WestMidlands. Iain is also the author of Tango Juliet Foxtrot and the presenter of a podcast of the same name, exploring how the British police have changed over the last 30 years inresponse to ten years of budget cuts combined with exponentially growingdemand.Iain joins me on the Community Safety Podcast to discuss why closing 50% of the policestations in England and Wales and 75% of the police stations in London had ahugely negative effect on effective relationship-building between policeofficers and the community they serve. We dig into neighbourhood policing'simpact on the rise of knife crime in the UK, and Iain shares stories about hisfirst postings in London and what he learned about policing and human behaviourduring his training period. "Neighbourhood policing, forme, was such an unbelievably flexible resource to be able to problem solve allsorts of issues." - Iain Donnelly Today on The Community Safety Podcast:● Iain's experience of growing up in Belfast at the height of the Troubles in Northern Ireland● How the British Army's loss turned out to be the Metropolitan Police's gain The differences between methods of policing when Iain joined the service and when he left.● Iain's views on the efficacy of communitypolicing● Why the Police Federation and the Superintendent's Association have been proved correct when they said ten years ago that harsh budget cuts would have far-reaching consequences for public safety ● The impact of COVID-19 on the relationship between the police and the public● Why Iain feels that social media has been toxic for policing● Whether policing is seen as an attractive career option in 2022 Connect with Iain Donnelly:● Iain Donnelly on LinkedIn● Tango Juliet Foxtrot: How did it all go wrong for British policing? by Iain DonnellyConnect with The Community Safety Podcast:● TheCommunity Safety Podcast Website● TheCommunity Safety Podcast on Facebook● The Community Safety Podcast on Twitter

Leader of Reform UK Richard Tice starts the show discussing the latest on COVID-19 vaccinations and passports, in addition to the ongoing migrant crisis on the English channel. Head of campaigns for The Freedom Association Andrew Allison comes on to discuss the future of mask wearing in public (or lack thereof), followed by Baroness Kate Hoey of Lylehill and Rathlin who chats to Mike about Boris Johnson and Ursula von der Leyen's failure to reach an agreement on UK demands to reshape post-Brexit arrangements in Northern Ireland. Finally, former police officer and co-founder of the Fair Cop group Harry Miller explains why the Police Federation of England and Wales no longer has confidence in Home Secretary Priti Patel and his despair for the police force in regard to the ever increasing focus on loosely defined "hate crimes." See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.