Monthly Archives: February 2012

Departing Chief Constable runs for Labour in South Yorkshire

Posted on 06/02/2012 by samchapman

Today BBC Sheffield reports that Meredydd Hughes, who only stood down as Chief Constable of South Yorkshire a few months ago, would seek the Labour nomination for Police and Crime Commissioner there. See here for TOTC analysis.

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PCC race is on in Dorset

Posted on 05/02/2012 by samchapman

Up till yesterday, the people of Dorset had no clue who they would have to choose from as Police and Crime Commissioner later this year. Today that all changed as The Bournemouth Echo put the following names in the frame … Continue reading →

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Where are all the candidates for Police and Crime Commissioner?

Posted on 05/02/2012 by samchapman

Ribble Valley businessman Kevin Horkin has demanded that candidates for the Police and Crime Commissioner posts should declare themselves now. Councillor Horkin is frustrated that he is the only candidate in Lancashire to declare himself to be in the running, … Continue reading →

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The Economist considers the future for policing reform

Posted on 03/02/2012 by samchapman

The Economist calls policing the last unreformed public service, but it’s all about to change. Apparently policing could be at the front of the pack in just 18 months.What do you think? Is this well-meaning tinkering or historic reform?

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When will they, will they be famous?

Posted on 03/02/2012 by samchapman

It really is like a pregnancy – and it looks like some parents won’t be announcing they are expecting until after that difficult first 13 weeks. This report suggests that the Conservative candidacy in Norfolk is likely to be resolved by … Continue reading →

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Race to be TopOfTheCops in Gwent shapes up

Posted on 03/02/2012 by samchapman

Hamish Sandison is seeking the Labour nomination, and seems to have the backing of a substantial amount of the Welsh Labour establishment. Campaign reports that Chris Wright, a retired Patrol Sergeant from Gwent, is also running, but does not name … Continue reading →

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Conservative ‘primary’ in Avon and Somerset

Posted on 02/02/2012 by samchapman

This is Bristol reports that the city’s Conservatives are thinking of choosing candidates by means of an ‘open primary’ – a meeting whereby voters get to come and listen to the contenders. Actually that’s not a primary at all – … Continue reading →

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Peter Walker fires first shot of the North Yorkshire campaign

Posted on 02/02/2012 by samchapman

Former Deputy Chief Constable Peter Walker looks to have launched his campaign on ConservativeHome, although he has also already established a website. Mr Walker criticises the size of the Force’s HR Department, and the recruitment of an extra Assistant Chief … Continue reading →

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Revolving doors at South Yorkshire – On the way out, or on the way in?

Posted on 01/02/2012 by samchapman

Updated 6 Feb 2012 Meredydd Hughes tells BBC Sheffield he will seek the Labour nomination. Original Article The Yorkshire post reports that Meredydd Hughes, who just months ago stood down as Chief Constable of South Yorkshire is being lined up … Continue reading →

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