Police related deaths

Noted (AI summary) The London Fire Brigade has made significant changes to its radio system following the Grenfell Tower Inquiry, improving communication interoperability. They have also installed throwline boards, provided throwline training to businesses and parks patrols, opened a water safety training room, and strengthened operational working with Surrey Fire and Rescue Service. The National Fire Chiefs Council highlights the Fire Control Fire Standard and Guidance, the Multi-Agency Information Transfer (MAIT) system, and ongoing liaison with London Fire Brigade to ensure learning is captured and shared. They support fire and rescue services to improve the effectiveness and maximize the use of digital systems and this is a key priority for them in the Fit for the Future strategic plan. The London Borough of Barking and Dagenham will undertake a survey and asset mapping of waterbodies and riverside locations, assess sites using risk assessment criteria, standardise safety equipment, and implement a structured inspection and maintenance programme. They will advocate for enhanced inter-agency communication. The London Borough of Havering will give further consideration to the lighting of life buoys at inland bodies of water, ensure new buoyancy aids meet British Standards and require white stripes, and consider including a policy for developers to provide and maintain lifesaving equipment. They consider communication between emergency services to be a matter for the emergency services to address. The City of London acknowledges the concerns raised. The text describes various procedures and resources in place for managing incidents and ensuring safety, without stating a change in policy.

Noted (AI summary) The College of Policing outlines existing guidance and practitioner advice for officers and staff regarding suspects of child sexual exploitation and risk assessment processes following release from custody, noting Mr. Brierley declined support offered. The Home Office acknowledges the report and expresses condolences, notes the relevant guidance provided by the College of Policing, and states that a review concluded appropriate support was provided to Mr. Brierley by Border Force. The NPCC is undertaking research to identify commonalities in post-custody suicides to establish a post-release risk assessment process and mandatory referral to support agencies, and has shared the PFD report with all UK custody leads with recommendations for investigative strategies. The Ministry of Justice believes the report should have been directed to the Home Secretary, as it relates to police investigative procedures, bail conditions, and Border Force (Home Office) matters.

Noted (AI summary) West Yorkshire Police has implemented changes including a quarterly review by the DCI at Professional Standards, an annual review by the Head of Professional Standards, and quarterly meetings between the senior leadership team at Professional Standards and senior leaders at the IOPC. The IOPC acknowledges the concerns and highlights existing guidance and the ongoing Transformation Programme to improve timeliness, but states that primary responsibility for welfare rests with the officer's force.

Noted (AI summary) West Midlands Police restructured the Public Protection Department in 2019, increasing staff allocated to DA investigation and replacing Domestic Abuse Teams with Adult Investigation and Adult Complex Investigation Teams; they have also established a scrutiny panel with the CPS to review decisions where no further action is taken. West Midlands Police restructured the Public Protection Department in 2019, increasing staff allocated to DA investigation and replacing Domestic Abuse Teams with Adult Investigation and Adult Complex Investigation Teams; they have also established a scrutiny panel with the CPS to review decisions where no further action is taken. The Home Office highlights the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 and the Tackling Domestic Abuse Plan, committing to assist in funding the rollout of Domestic Abuse Matters training and funding the College of Policing to develop a new module aimed at investigators of domestic abuse; they also mention the Police Uplift Programme and additional funding for West Midlands Police. The College of Policing has created a 'DA Matters' training package for police responders focusing on coercive control, delivered by DA charities, and has rolled out the Domestic Abuse Risk Assessment tool (DARA) to every force in England and Wales. West Midlands Police is publishing a revised Domestic Abuse policy with an initial response action checklist and will launch it with a tailored communication and briefing package; they have also created an improvement plan to increase the number of Domestic Violence Protection Notices and Orders. The Police and Crime Commissioner acknowledges the coroner's report and highlights ongoing efforts by West Midlands Police to address domestic abuse, while also noting resource constraints and the impact of cuts to public services.

Noted (AI summary) The Royal College of Emergency Medicine states that provision of medical cover to police custodial units does not fall within its remit. The IOPC will not be undertaking an investigation but is satisfied that the reflective practice review process can be used effectively to prompt reflection and insight into this incident. The Metropolitan Police Service will implement the Reflective Practice Review Process (RPRP) for the officer in question, which will include an opportunity to reflect on the missed opportunity to offer an apology to Mr. Taylor's family; the officer's line manager will also identify any additional training needs. The Department of Health and Social Care outlines the process and considerations involved in allowing police officers to carry salbutamol inhalers, noting it would require a change in legislation, and would need to be initiated by the Home Office, after consulting the Commission on Human Medicines (CHM) and undertaking public consultation; it also highlights NHS England's focus on preventer inhalers and monitoring by GPs.

Noted (AI summary) GMP has revisited its Graded Response Policy (GRP), implementing a new GRP on 1 February 2022 using the THRIVE framework for risk assessment. They are also implementing a new IT system called 'Sherlock' by August 2022 to improve information storage and access in the FCC. The IOPC acknowledges the report and highlights its power to make organisational learning recommendations to relevant bodies. They state that GMP has a legal obligation to respond to the recommendations in writing by 20 July 2022.

Noted (AI summary) West Yorkshire Police details actions taken in response to concerns about police pursuits, including re-evaluating local arrangements, liaising with national leads, updating training, and revising risk assessment processes. They also describe post-incident procedures and national efforts to standardize driver training. The Mayor acknowledges the concerns regarding police pursuits but states that operational policing is under the Chief Constable's control. The Mayor highlights existing governance structures and oversight of ethical considerations around police pursuits.