The WeCops Conference 2025 was held at at Virgin Business O2 Media’s headquarters at Sheldon Square, Paddington, and brought together various stakeholders in policing to discuss key themes such as the integration of artificial intelligence, the importance of officer wellbeing, and the need for trust and confidence in policing.
The event highlighted the evolution of the WeCops community and its commitment to innovation and collaboration in law enforcement.
We hear from amongst others
- DCC Katie Barrow-Grint from Gloucestershire Constabulary
- Alex Murray Director of the National Crime Agency
- Sarah Jayne-Bray NPCC Recruitment and Wellbeing
- Liam Curran Lecture of Policing Crime and Police Research Centre
- PS Leanne Moorhouse NPCC Facial Recognition Expert
- Susanne Knabe-Nicol Police Science Doctor
- Tracey Pemberton PDS
- Kay Grubb, Programme Director Home Office
- Charlotte Hails Head of Public Sector Vertical Strategy, Virgin Media O2 Business
Takeaways
- WeCops is celebrating 10 years of community growth.
- AI is essential for improving police productivity.
- Wellbeing is critical for police recruitment and retention.
- Organizational structures impact officer wellbeing significantly.
- Public engagement must be frictionless and accessible.
- Trust and confidence strategies are lacking in policing.
- The future of policing is exciting and full of potential.
- Volunteers drive the WeCops initiative.
- Community engagement is vital for effective policing.
- Innovation in policing is necessary for modern challenges.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to WeCops Conference 2025
02:40 The Role of AI in Policing
05:08 Wellbeing and Support for Police Officers
05:17 Trust and Confidence in Policing
05:27 Future of Policing and Community Engagement
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