This highlights package explores innovative approaches to policing, particularly focusing on virtual volunteering and its engagement with serious crime issues like romance fraud. It highlights advancements in policing technology, including facial recognition and digital data enhancements, and addresses the critical issue of hearing loss among law enforcement personnel, advocating for regular hearing tests and better support for officers.
On the 24th March in conversation with Dr Iain Britton, Dr Martin Wright outlined the innovative approach of virtual volunteering in Wales, focusing on its engagement with serious crime issues such as romance fraud.
https://policing.tv/videos/dr-martin-wright-real-world-examples-of-virtual-volunteering-in-police/
Tuesday 25th March saw us at the BAPCO event in Coventry (British Association of Public Safety Communications Officials) We highlighted some of the latest innovations in policing technology, focusing on control room solutions, digital data enhancements, and the integration of AI in law enforcement.
https://policing.tv/videos/bapco-event/
On Thursday May-Britt Ronnebro, former President, IPA Sweden interviewed Andrea Shoetan shared her experiences as a police officer with hearing loss and her advocacy work for others with disabilities in policing. In this clip we hear about the survey they completed and how Police work can also effect hearing from as young as 25 years old
https://policing.tv/videos/empowering-voices-andrea-shoetans-advocacy-journey-pt3/
Takeaways
- Virtual volunteering is engaging with serious crime issues.
- Students identified gaps in dating sites for reporting fraud.
- Social media influencers can help combat romance fraud.
- Policing technology is advancing with AI and digital solutions.
- Facial recognition technology is being integrated into law enforcement.
- The National Digital Data and Technology Strategy is being refreshed.
- Hearing loss is a significant issue for police officers.
- A national hearing survey revealed many officers have hearing loss.
- Regular hearing tests for officers are recommended.
- Support for neurodivergent individuals in policing is essential.
Sound Bites
- “Highlighting innovations in policing technology.”
- “Hearing loss risk from police work starts at 25.”
Chapters
00:00 – Innovative Approaches to Policing and Crime Engagement
02:52 – Advancements in Policing Technology
06:05 – Addressing Hearing Loss in Law Enforcement
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