These highlights explore the challenges of retention in policing, the importance of celebrating police achievements, reflections on significant events in law enforcement, and the role of research and innovation in improving policing strategies. Key insights include the need for community engagement, systematic approaches to policing, and the importance of implementation support for new initiatives.
We started with Brendan O’Brien from Blue Light Consulting talking to former Chief Superintendent Raj Kohli from the Metropolitan Police. They discussed the importance of retention in policing, highlighting Raj’s innovative approach to recognizing and celebrating police officers’ achievements.
https://policing.tv/videos/proudest-moment-in-policing-raj-kohli-pt1/
Next up was Andrew Watson who shared his extensive experience in the ICT and policing sectors. He discussed the challenges of adapting to different policing cultures, insights into the similarities and differences in policing across various countries and the impact of technology on law enforcement. Here he discusses the impact of 7/7 on his career.
https://policing.tv/videos/global-policing-with-andrew-watson-reflections-on-7-7-a-cios-perspective/
Lastly we covered Rachel Tuffin who discussed the efforts of the Centre for Police Productivity at the UK’s College of Policing to consolidate research findings and implement effective policing strategies across England and Wales. Rachel also highlights the lack of systematic approaches in other jurisdictions and invites international collaboration.
Takeaways
- Retention is a critical issue in policing that needs addressing.
- Celebrating achievements boosts morale and retention among officers.
- The probation certificate is a significant milestone for police officers.
- Community engagement is essential for effective policing.
- Major events like 7/7 shape the experiences of law enforcement professionals.
- Innovation in policing often fails to be implemented effectively.
- Collaboration across police forces can enhance productivity and effectiveness.
- Research findings should be consolidated for better implementation in policing.
- Support for implementation is crucial for new policing strategies.
- Leadership plays a vital role in improving retention and morale.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Policing and Retention Challenges
05:35 Celebrating Achievements in Policing
06:31 Reflections on Major Events in Policing
08:21 Research and Innovation in Policing
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