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Policing policy

The policing policy thread covers the legal and institutional framework for how police forces in England and Wales (and, in places, the wider UK) are organised, funded, held accountable and empowered — anchored by the Crime and Policing Act 2026, the January 2026 police-reform White Paper, and the vetting/conduct SIs.

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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 APP - directly implements police operational guidance in scope

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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10 Nov 2023 | Government response linked direct

A police service that fails to attract, retain and progress diverse officers will be unable to demonstrate that it can meet the needs of diverse communities. While 68 Policing priorities a representative workforce is crucial, we cannot rely on numerical representation alone to drive far-reaching cultural change. Instead, officers, staff and communities need to see evidence of processes, actions and outcomes that are fair, inclusive, and enhanced by meaningful two-way communication.

Why linked: Government response on police workforce diversity/retention is on the workforce strand within scope.

A police service that fails to attract, retain and progress diverse officers will be unable to demonstrate that it can meet the needs of diverse communities. While 68 Policing priorities a representative workforce is crucial, we cannot rely on numerical …

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK