Police Force
Coverage of Police Force in the Nexus archive.
- Police told to reinvestigate suicide of high-flying car dealer executive targeted by Grindr blackmail gang after force is accused of homophobia
A car dealer executive's suicide is being reinvestigated after they were targeted by a Grindr blackmail gang. The police force has been accused of homophobia in relation to the case.
- King County Metro pledged to boost bus security. How is it going?
King County Metro is making progress in enhancing bus security, with a reported decrease in rider misconduct. However, the agency has not yet completed the installation of all driver protection barriers or established a full police force.
- Progressive writers, activists of Shivamogga extend support to students, Wangchuk protesting in Delhi
Progressive writers and activists from Shivamogga have expressed support for students and Wangchuk protesting in Delhi. The protesters criticized the use of police force against peaceful demonstrations, advocating for dialogue instead.
- Malawi: Chimwendo Demands More Cash for Cops As Malawi Plans New Police Regions
Richard Chimwendo Banda, MP for Dowa East, has demanded increased government funding for Malawi's police force, citing deteriorating stations and officer housing as threats to the country's security initiatives. The government is planning new police regions but faces challenges due to existing infrastructure issues.
- Nigeria: Court Restricts Lawyers in Police Force but Not Appointed As Legal Officers to Only Prosecution
A Nigerian court has ordered the police force, Police Service Commission, and Inspector-General of the Federation to deploy legal practitioners to every Police Division to assist with human rights enforcement. The ruling clarifies that lawyers within the police force are restricted from prosecution roles unless officially appointed as legal officers.
- Police force faces legal action over guidance allowing trans officers to use women's toilets
A police force is facing legal action due to guidance permitting transgender officers to use women's toilets. The policy has sparked controversy and prompted legal challenges.
- Police force that insists trans officers use women's toilets is threatened with legal action
A police force requiring transgender officers to use women's restrooms is facing potential legal action. The policy has sparked controversy, leading to threats of legal challenges against the department.
- How man at the heart of Manchester Airport brawl walked away free... and why his brother could now be released: PAUL BRACCHI reveals what happened at court, their startling links to police force... and huge bill for taxpayers
A man involved in a brawl at Manchester Airport was not charged, while his brother may be released following court proceedings. The case involves links to the police force and a significant taxpayer expense.
- Police worker diagnosed with ADHD wins £126,000 payout because force didn't give her noise-cancelling headphones - even though she had her own pair at home
A police worker diagnosed with ADHD won £126,000 after a court ruled her employer failed to provide noise-cancelling headphones, despite her owning a pair. The payout highlights a legal challenge over workplace accommodations for neurodivergent employees.
- Retired police chief condemns old force for its 'beyond a joke' shoplifting record after watching have-a-go hero confronting brazen shoplifter
A retired police chief criticized his former force for its poor shoplifting record, calling it 'beyond a joke.' He witnessed a civilian hero confronting a brazen shoplifter, highlighting the contrast between institutional failure and individual bravery.