Tag: England and Wales
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England and Wales Police Face Mandatory Licence to Work
What the licence means for police officers In a landmark move, the Home Office has announced that every police officer in England and Wales will need to obtain a professional licence to continue working. The policy aims to raise standards across the force, ensure officers possess essential skills, and strengthen public trust. The licence will…
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England and Wales police officers to face mandatory work licences or risk dismissal
Overview: A landmark move for policing in England and Wales The Home Office has announced a sweeping reform that will require every police officer in England and Wales to hold a professional work licence in order to continue serving. The policy, described by officials as a step toward higher professional standards and greater accountability, signals…
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England and Wales to cut police forces in major reform
Overview: A sweeping reform of policing in England and Wales The government has signaled a landmark shift in the country’s policing landscape by proposing a radical reduction in the number of police forces in England and Wales. Sources describe the plan as the largest reform of policing in decades, aimed at streamlining operations, improving efficiency,…
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Major shake-up: England and Wales set to cut number of police forces
Overview of the planned reform The UK government is poised to announce a sweeping overhaul of policing in England and Wales, including a radical reduction in the number of police forces. Described by sources as the largest reform of policing in decades, the plan aims to streamline operations, boost efficiency, and unify standards across forces.…
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England and Wales to undergo major policing shake-up: fewer forces, wider reforms
Biggest policing reform in decades on the horizon In a move touted as the most sweeping reform of policing in decades, the government is preparing to radically shrink the number of police forces across England and Wales. The plan, set to be announced by Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood next week, aims to streamline command and…
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Labour faces potential rebellion if leasehold reforms are watered down
Rising stakes over leasehold reform A senior figure from the Labour Party has warned that the prime minister could confront a significant backbench revolt if the government fails to deliver on its pledge to overhaul the leasehold system in England and Wales. The contention comes amid intense scrutiny of how reforms will balance homeowners’ rights…
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Right to Protest in England and Wales: Under Attack, Warn Experts
New warnings for the right to protest in England and Wales Two high-profile reports warn that the right to protest in England and Wales is increasingly constrained by new laws and policing practices that could erode basic civil liberties. Human Rights Watch (HRW) and a cross-party law reform organization have highlighted a pattern of measures…
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Right to Protest Under Threat in England and Wales: HRW warns of escalating restrictions
Overview: A growing squeeze on protest rights The right to protest in England and Wales is facing increasing pressure as lawmakers push for stricter controls on public assemblies. Human Rights Watch (HRW) and a cross-party law reform organization have issued stark warnings that existing protections are being eroded and that new measures could curb civil…
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Right to protest in England and Wales under attack, reports warn
Introduction: A Warning from HRW and Reform Advocates The right to protest in England and Wales is facing mounting pressure, according to two influential reports released this year. Human Rights Watch (HRW) highlights a pattern of laws and policing approaches that chill dissent, while a cross-party law reform body points to extensive reforms that could…
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Police reporting fear in England and Wales: culture of silence
Overview: Fear of reporting misconduct among police officers A new survey across England and Wales reveals a troubling hesitation among police officers when it comes to reporting colleagues for wrongdoing. The culture of silence appears to be dampening whistleblowing efforts, with many officers doubting the likelihood of meaningful support if they raise concerns. Key findings:…