CPD events – senior and executive leaders

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To book a place at any of the events listed, go to the leadership learning calendar (you will need to sign in).

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Senior police staff network

The Senior Police Staff Network (SPSN) supports and highlights the work that staff across all policing organisations do to help achieve the best for policing. The network and these events are aimed at police staff at stage 3 of the Leadership standards (currently in middle management positions or higher) who are aspiring to stage 4, and those currently at stage 4 or 5.

The network holds quarterly events, virtually and in person. The events provide opportunities to network and learn from experienced senior police staff guest speakers, to support you in your CPD and help maximise your future career options.

To book a place at any of the events listed, go to the leadership learning calendar (you will need to sign in).

To sign up for our free CPD events, initiatives and provisions, use the Senior Police Staff Network sign-up form.

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Network events

There are currently no upcoming network events.

Future executive leaders (FEL) workstream

The future executive leaders workstream is designed to support and develop aspiring individuals who are working towards becoming executive leaders within policing. This initiative represents our commitment to nurturing diverse talent and preparing individuals for executive roles, ensuring our leadership reflects the communities we serve. This workstream is for:

Stage four (senior leaders) of the leadership standards (police staff colleagues, and officers operating at superintendent or chief superintendent levels or equivalency) considering or planning to apply for the Executive Leaders Programme (ELP) within the next one to three years.
Stage three (mid-level leaders) of the leadership standards (police staff colleagues, and officers operating at chief inspector level or equivalency) considering or planning to apply for the Executive Leaders Programme (ELP) when eligible to do so.

To sign up for our free CPD events, initiatives and provisions, use the future executive leaders workstream sign-up form.

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Superintendent CPD events

To book a place at any of the events listed, go to the leadership learning calendar (you will need to sign in). These are virtual events held on Microsoft Teams.

They are open to:

substantive superintendents, and police staff working at stage four of the leadership standards
officers and staff acting up to level four
alumni of the senior leadership development programme (SLDP), Aspire leadership development programme, high potential development programme (HPDS) and direct entry programme
those who have attended either a career pathway workshop or the senior leaders development centre (these ceased in 2021)

Tuesday 7 July 2026, 11am to 12:30pm

Inside an HMICFRS inspection – perspectives, insights and myth busting

This session brings together two unique viewpoints on the HMICFRS inspection process: Kathryn Stone OBE, His Majesty’s Inspector of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue, and Chief Constable Catherine Roper of Wiltshire Police.

Together, they offer a candid and practical exploration of what inspections look and feel like on both sides—what it’s like to lead an inspection and what it’s like to be inspected at chief officer level.

Participants will gain:

first-hand insights into how HMICFRS approaches inspections, assessment, and engagement with forces
a chief constable’s perspective on preparing for inspection, leading teams through the process, and sustaining improvements
practical guidance on how senior leaders can get the best value from inspections
myth‑busting that tackles common misconceptions and demystifies what HMICFRS expects

Tuesday 29 September 2026, 11am to 12:30pm

Non-reportable media briefings: A strategic lever for modern policing

In today’s fast-moving information landscape, the ability to shape the narrative is as critical as the operational response itself. This session explores how non-reportable media briefings (NRBs) can be used as a powerful strategic tool to support policing outcomes at the highest level.

Focusing on real-world application, we will examine how NRBs can enhance investigations, safeguard the public, and strengthen the response to critical and fast-evolving incidents, particularly in an era of increasing information disorder and misinformation.

Drawing on practical examples from forces across the UK, we will share lessons from complex operational environments, including how senior leaders have navigated risk, scrutiny, and stakeholder expectations.

By attending, you will:

understand how NRBs can influence operational success and protect public safety
strengthen your grasp of governance, decision-making and delivery frameworks
enhance your ability to manage legal, operational and reputational risk
identify when NRBs can add strategic value in high-impact situations
learn from UK-wide case studies, emerging practice and leadership insights

Tuesday 3 November 2026, 11am to 12:30pm

Information disorder: are you ready?

Misinformation. Disinformation. Malinformation.

The information environment has become a critical operational battleground for policing. False, misleading and manipulated narratives can now spread at speed, shaping public perception, influencing behaviour, undermining investigations and escalating community tensions before forces have an opportunity to respond.

Join National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) information disorder lead ACC Arman Mathieson and Hayley Equi, NPCC Director of Communications, for this timely CPD event which will examine the evolving threat landscape and what it means for policing leaders.

Delegates will explore strategic implications for policing, emerging national thinking and the capabilities forces need to build in order to anticipate, monitor, assess and respond effectively. Through relevant policing case studies and operational learning, the session will examine:

leadership decision-making during fast-moving incidents
the management of public trust and legitimacy
cross-force and partner coordination
the governance required to operate confidently in complex and contested information environments

The question for every policing leader is simple: Are you ready?

Chief officer CPD events

To book a place at any of the events listed, go to the leadership learning calendar (you will need to sign in). These are virtual events held on Microsoft Teams.

They are open to:

substantive chief officers, and police staff working at an equivalent level
officers and staff acting up to chief officer level
strategic command course (SCC) and executive leaders programme alumni awaiting their first chief officer role
participants on an executive leaders programme currently underway

Tuesday 7 July 2026, 3pm to 4:30pm

Inside an HMICFRS inspection – perspectives, insights and myth busting

Participants will gain:

first-hand insights into how HMICFRS approaches inspections, assessment, and engagement with forces
a chief constable’s perspective on preparing for inspection, leading teams through the process, and sustaining improvements
practical guidance on how senior leaders can get the best value from inspections
myth‑busting that tackles common misconceptions and demystifies what HMICFRS expects

Tuesday 3 November 2026, 3pm to 4:30pm

Information disorder: leading policing through the information age

Misinformation. Disinformation. Malinformation.

For policing, information disorder is no longer a communications issue. It is a threat to public safety, public confidence, operational and organisational legitimacy. This senior leaders' CPD event will provide an authoritative update on the current threat landscape and the latest national developments, including work being led through the National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) Information Disorder Working Group.

Delegates will examine the strategic implications for policing, emerging national thinking, and the capabilities forces need to build in order to anticipate, prepare for and respond effectively. Drawing on relevant case studies and operational learning, the event will examine:

leadership decision-making during fast-moving incidents
the management of public trust and legitimacy
cross-force and partner coordination
the governance required to operate confidently in complex information environments

This event will challenge chief officers to consider whether their force has the right structures, skills, partnerships and escalation routes in place to respond effectively. Information disorder is not a future challenge. It is a live leadership issue. Are your force, your people and your partnerships ready?

SIRO Hydra exercise

Our intensive one-day Hydra-facilitated exercise is designed for current and aspiring senior information risk owners (SIROs), providing invaluable experience in handling real-world information security challenges.

Through immersive, scenario-based learning, participants will navigate a simulated information breach, making critical decisions and justifying their reasoning under pressure.

This exercise enhances risk management skills and offers practical strategies for mitigating information security risks.

The session also delves into the role and responsibilities of a SIRO, emphasizing the importance of strong information governance, and highlighting key resources and support networks. Based on a real incident, the scenario underscores the real-world demands that SIROs may face at any time.

Entry requirements

These events are tailored for individuals currently serving as SIROs (or likely to step into the role), specifically at the level of deputy chief constable, assistant chief constable, or equivalent.

Future dates

The next exercise will run on Tuesday 24 March 2026 at our Ryton-on-Dunsmore site.

For any questions or to book your place, please email deliveryadmin@college.police.uk.