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A government-backed inquiry into policing leadership has found widespread weaknesses in leadership, morale and culture across England and Wales’ forces. The review calls for a national reset, modernised recruitment and a new leadership academy to ensure front-line officers deliver results and public safety.
A former detective sergeant has been suspended and faces disciplinary proceedings after allegedly retaining and showing explicit images from the Sally Anne Bowman case, and making inappropriate remarks to colleagues. The hearing is ongoing, with testimony from colleagues about the misconduct and training questions. Bowman’s murder case remains central to the investigation.
Protests at Dover and surrounding towns were coordinated by far-right figures, with hundreds of masked demonstrators blocking a major port. Kent police say information was not fully assessed, prompting calls for independent reviews. Protests spread to Portsmouth; authorities are reviewing triage and response. No arrests were made on the day.
The Metropolitan Police have sacked a further officer after Panorama’s undercover film at Charing Cross, with two more dismissals confirming a wider drive to purge misconduct. The IOPC investigation continues as more officers face fast-tracked disciplinary proceedings.