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Police Reform Bill

The King's Speech 2026 bill for significant policing reform, intended to improve police performance, public confidence and service delivery.

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2026

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13 May 2026 | Policy paper British Transport Police Delegated Powers and Regulatory Reform Committee Department for Transport Network Rail Office of Rail and Road Regulatory Policy Committee Transport Committee Transport Focus Context · primary home: Tackling State Threats Bill linked direct

The King's Speech 2026 – Background Briefing Notes (PDF)

Why linked: King's Speech 2026 Background Briefing Notes explicitly naming Police Reform Bill as part of legislative programme

The full PDF of the King's Speech 2026 background briefing notes from the Prime Minister's Office, containing dedicated section on the Railways and Passenger Benefits Bill (p.75) setting out the rationale for establishing Great British Railways.

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29 Apr 2026 | Impact assessment Home Office Ministry of Justice linked direct

Crime and Policing Bill 2025: equality impact assessments

Why linked: Equality impact assessments for Crime and Policing Bill - substantive policy analysis

Equality impact assessments relating to the Crime and Policing Bill 2025.

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↓ Equality impact assessment: Crime and Policing Bill age ver… (7pp) ↓ Equality impact assessment: Crime and Policing Bill age ver… (12pp) ↓ Equality impact assessment: Crime and Policing Bill antisoc… (27pp) ↓ Equality impact assessment: Crime and Policing Bill child … (50pp) ↓ Equality impact assessment: Crime and Policing Bill coerced… (17pp) ↓ Equality impact assessment: counter-terrorism and national … (22pp) ↓ Equality impact assessment: Crime and Policing Bill critica… (3pp) ↓ Equality impact assessment: Crime and Policing Bill dangero… (7pp) ↓ Equality impact assessment: Crime and Policing Bill extract… (16pp) ↓ Equality impact assessment: Crime and Policing Bill extradi… (4pp) ↓ Equality impact assessment: Crime and Policing Bill mandato… (15pp) ↓ Equality impact assessment: Crime and Policing Bill policin… (29pp) ↓ Equality impact assessment: Crime and Policing Bill public … (13pp) ↓ Equality impact assessment: Crime and Policing Bill schedul… (31pp) ↓ Equality impact assessment: Crime and Policing Bill serious… (19pp)
29 Apr 2026 | Impact assessment Home Office Ministry of Justice linked direct

Crime and Policing Bill 2025: economic notes

Why linked: Economic notes for Crime and Policing Bill - impact analysis on police reform

Economic notes relating to the Crime and Policing Bill 2025.

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↓ Economic note 1008: violence against women and girls and pr… (89pp) ↓ Economic note 1009: counter-terrorism and national security (27pp) ↓ Economic note 1010: policing, serious and economic crime (83pp)
29 Apr 2026 | Policy paper Department for Science, Innovation and Technology Home Office Ministry of Justice linked direct

Crime and Policing Bill 2025: ECHR supplementary memoranda

Why linked: ECHR supplementary memoranda index document for Crime and Policing Bill

Information relating to the Crime and Policing Bill, which was introduced in the House of Commons on 25 February 2025.

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↓ Crime and Policing Bill: ECHR supplementary memorandum: 20 … ↓ Crime and Policing Bill: ECHR seventh supplementary memoran… ↓ Crime and Policing Bill: ECHR sixth supplementary memorandu… ↓ Crime and Policing Bill: ECHR fifth supplementary memorandu… ↓ Crime and Policing Bill: ECHR fourth supplementary memorand… (19pp) ↓ Crime and Policing Bill: ECHR third supplementary memorandu… ↓ Crime and Policing Bill: ECHR second supplementary memorand… ↓ Crime and Policing Bill: ECHR supplementary memorandum 22 A…
28 Apr 2026 | Consultation (open) Cabinet Office linked direct

Making public services work for you with your digital identity

Why linked: Crime and Policing Bill policing integrity factsheet - directly relevant to police conduct, discipline and accountability mechanisms in scope

DUAA commencement regulations (No. 6) for data protection provisions, Part 5 focused but contextually relevant

In response to: Making public services work for you with your digital identity

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27 Apr 2026 | Consultation (open) College of Policing linked direct

Stop and search authorised professional practice (APP)

Why linked: College of Policing consultation on stop and search authorised professional practice; police conduct and procedures guidance

The College of Policing is seeking views on updated guidance that will help police officers across the country conduct stop and searches.

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30 Mar 2026 | Policy paper Home Office linked evidence

From local to national: a new model for policing

Why linked: Filled the "Police funding and resource allocation frameworks" gap via web research

This white paper sets out comprehensive reforms to policing in England and Wales to enable policing to better deliver for the public.

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↓ From local to national: a new model for policing (106pp) ↓ O’r lleol i’r cenedlaethol: model newydd ar gyfer plismona … ↓ O’r lleol i’r cenedlaethol: model newydd ar gyfer plismona (105pp) ↓ Letter from the Home Secretary (accessible) ↓ Letter from the Home Secretary (2pp)
28 Jan 2026 | Policy paper Home Office Context · primary home: Police Funding England and Wa… linked evidence

Police grants in England and Wales: 2026 to 2027

Why linked: Filled the "Police funding and resource allocation frameworks" gap via web research

Final allocations of grants to police and crime commissioners in England and Wales for 2026 to 2027.

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↓ Police grant report (England and Wales) 2026 to 2027 (32pp)
20 Jan 2026 | Policy paper College of Policing linked direct

College of Policing Limited: annual report and accounts, 2023 to 2024

Why linked: College of Policing annual report 2023-24; key regulator publication documenting policing standards and performance work

An overview of work done by the College of Policing between 1 April 2023 and 31 March 2024, and a summary of the college’s 2023 to 2024 accounts.

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↓ College of Policing Limited annual report and accounts for … (180pp)

2025

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11 Aug 2025 | Consultation (closed) College of Policing linked direct

Updating the operations and response guidance for police

Why linked: College of Policing consultation on operations and response guidance; police operational effectiveness standards

The College of Policing is consulting on updated guidance that will help police forces respond to emergencies and major incidents.

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4 Mar 2025 | Policy paper HM Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services linked direct

Policing inspection programme and framework 2025 to 2029

Why linked: Policing inspection programme and framework 2025-2029 - statutory framework under Police Act 1996 Schedule 4A, directly addresses performance standards and regulatory framework in scope

An inspection programme and framework under Schedule 4A to the Police Act 1996.

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26 Feb 2025 | Consultation outcome National Police Chiefs Council linked direct

The National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) accepts this recommendation. The NPCC has been working to discharge a similar recommendation made in 2018 by the Kerslake independent review of the Mancheste

Why linked: Consultation outcome documenting NPCC and police accountability framework recommendations acceptance

The National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) accepts this recommendation. The NPCC has been working to discharge a similar recommendation made in 2018 by the Kerslake independent review of the Manchester Arena bombing. It has updated the standard operating procedures for …

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↓ Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response … (80pp) ↓ Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response … (76pp)
16 Jan 2025 | Consultation outcome National Police Chiefs Council linked direct

The National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) accepts this recommendation. The NPCC has been working to discharge a similar recommendation made in 2018 by the Kerslake independent review of the Mancheste

Why linked: Consultation outcome showing NPCC engagement with police reform and accountability recommendations

The National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) accepts this recommendation. The NPCC has been working to discharge a similar recommendation made in 2018 by the Kerslake independent review of the Manchester Arena bombing. It has updated the standard operating procedures for …

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↓ Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response … (80pp) ↓ Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report: Government response … (76pp)

2024

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25 Mar 2024 | Consultation outcome College of Policing linked direct

The National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) and College of Policing has at the same time committed to addressing the remaining recommendations in Lady Angiolini's report concerning police culture and i

Why linked: Consultation outcome showing NPCC and College of Policing commitment to addressing police reform recommendations from Lady Angiolini's report

The National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) and College of Policing has at the same time committed to addressing the remaining recommendations in Lady Angiolini's report concerning police culture and increasing the robustness of police vetting. The government will follow up …

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25 Mar 2024 | Consultation outcome College of Policing linked direct

The National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) and College of Policing has at the same time committed to addressing the remaining recommendations in Lady Angiolini's report concerning police culture and i

Why linked: Consultation outcome on NPCC and College of Policing implementation of police reform recommendations

The National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) and College of Policing has at the same time committed to addressing the remaining recommendations in Lady Angiolini's report concerning police culture and increasing the robustness of police vetting. The government will follow up …

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25 Mar 2024 | Consultation outcome College of Policing linked direct

The National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) and College of Policing has at the same time committed to addressing the remaining recommendations in Lady Angiolini's report concerning police culture and i

Why linked: Consultation outcome on police reform recommendations implementation by key regulators

The National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) and College of Policing has at the same time committed to addressing the remaining recommendations in Lady Angiolini's report concerning police culture and increasing the robustness of police vetting. The government will follow up …

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25 Mar 2024 | Consultation outcome College of Policing linked direct

The National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) and College of Policing has at the same time committed to addressing the remaining recommendations in Lady Angiolini's report concerning police culture and i

Why linked: Consultation outcome on police governance and accountability reform recommendations

The National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) and College of Policing has at the same time committed to addressing the remaining recommendations in Lady Angiolini's report concerning police culture and increasing the robustness of police vetting. The government will follow up …

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25 Mar 2024 | Consultation outcome College of Policing linked direct

The National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) and College of Policing has at the same time committed to addressing the remaining recommendations in Lady Angiolini's report concerning police culture and i

Why linked: Consultation outcome on police reform recommendations from scrutiny bodies

The National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) and College of Policing has at the same time committed to addressing the remaining recommendations in Lady Angiolini's report concerning police culture and increasing the robustness of police vetting. The government will follow up …

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25 Mar 2024 | Consultation outcome College of Policing linked direct

The National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) and College of Policing has at the same time committed to addressing the remaining recommendations in Lady Angiolini's report concerning police culture and i

Why linked: Consultation outcome on NPCC and College of Policing response to police reform recommendations

The National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) and College of Policing has at the same time committed to addressing the remaining recommendations in Lady Angiolini's report concerning police culture and increasing the robustness of police vetting. The government will follow up …

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25 Mar 2024 | Consultation outcome College of Policing linked direct

The National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) and College of Policing has at the same time committed to addressing the remaining recommendations in Lady Angiolini's report concerning police culture and i

Why linked: Consultation outcome documenting police reform implementation responses

The National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) and College of Policing has at the same time committed to addressing the remaining recommendations in Lady Angiolini's report concerning police culture and increasing the robustness of police vetting. The government will follow up …

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21 Mar 2024 | Policy paper Home Office linked direct

Independent Office for Police Conduct: Public body review 2024

Why linked: Cabinet Office public body review of IOPC outcomes; directly relevant to police accountability and governance framework reform

The outcome of an independent review of the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) under the Public Bodies Review Programme.

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↓ Independent review of the Independent Office for Police Con… (347pp) ↓ Response to the Public Body Review of the Independent Offic…

2023

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13 Jun 2023 | Statutory Instrument linked direct

The Policing Protocol Order 2023

Why linked: The Policing Protocol Order 2023 - statutory governance framework for policing

Section 79 of the Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011 (c. 13) requires the Secretary of State to issue a Policing Protocol. This Order replaces the Policing Protocol, issued under the Policing Protocol Order 2011 (S.I. 2011/2744), which it …

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