CPD events for police officers and staff working at chief inspector level and above.
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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.
Contact hub@college.police.uk to sign up for email updates about network events and secondment opportunities.
Network events
Monday 2 December 2024, 1pm to 4pm
Virtual via Microsoft Teams.
This event will focus on resilience and wellbeing.
Thursday 6 March 2025
Police staff network conference
A full day event at the College's Ryton site.
This year we are hosting the first ever national police staff recognition awards. Please email hub@college.police.uk for more information about the awards and how you can vote.
More information coming soon.
Superintendent CPD events
These are virtual events held on Microsoft Teams. They are open to:
- substantive superintendents, and police staff working at stage 4 of the leadership standards
- officers and staff acting up to level 4
- 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 26 November 2024, 11am-12:30pm
Misogyny, and its connection with VAWG, CT and national policing
Virtual via Microsoft Teams.
Based on his research argument "Misogyny – the Antechamber to Terror and Repression" and using case studies, Dr Sajjan M Gohel has drawn the connection between misogyny and terrorism, as well as how misogynistic policies are used by hostile state actors.
Misogyny is far more nuanced than just being a hatred of women. It is institutionalised, structured, regimented and organised by both terrorist groups and hostile state actors. Wherever we see the rights of women protected and civil liberty movements enhanced, we see a reduction in extremism and state-sponsored violence.
Conversely, when women's rights are degraded, we will witness extremism and hostile state actions intensify. It is very much interconnected and important to understand. Be it ISIS, al-Qaeda, the Taliban, Russia, Iran or China. Lastly, factoring in the dangerous emergence of Andrew Tate, organised misogyny is on the rise.
Tuesday 10 December 2024, 11am-12:30pm
Effective leadership in a digital landscape
Virtual via Microsoft Teams.
Speaker: Mike Lattanzio, Chief Digital and Information Officer, Thames Valley Police.
This presentation emphasises the critical role of technology in front line policing – covering the current concerns within policing leadership in navigating a complex digital landscape, and where we are in terms of maturity and capabilities.
Mike will demystify some of the common misconceptions, and provide examples of where digital transformation has been successful (or not), focusing on the key contributory factors.
Also to be covered are the essential skills that leaders must possess in order to adapt and embrace technological advancements, and how digital, data and technology, and business teams need to work together to succeed.
Lastly, the presentation will cover a small number of innovative technologies already in use in policing, providing a ‘good practise’ guide to aid successful delivery.
Tuesday 11 February 2025, 11am-12.30pm
Enhancing investigative capacity and capability: ensuring demand is met
Virtual via Microsoft Teams.
This essential webinar is designed specifically for senior leaders, focusing on decision-making, and improving the investigative capability and capacity of police forces. With critical insights from the 2023 guidance issued by the College of Policing and findings from PEEL and HMICFRS reports, this session will examine the role of the senior leader and how they can support the force in building investigative capacity and capability.
Join us as we discuss the imperatives that define successful policing. We will examine how to align your vision with actionable strategies to enhance investigations, ensure sufficient capacity, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. The session will highlight best practices in building the necessary capacity within your force to tackle modern challenges head-on.
This webinar will equip senior leaders with the tools and insights required to lead transformative change in their investigative practices, ensuring their forces are well-equipped to deliver justice effectively and efficiently.
Speakers: Chief Constable Jason Hogg of Thames Valley Police, and Assistant Chief Constable Una Kelly of Cheshire Constabulary.
Chief officer CPD events
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 26 November 2024, 3-4:30pm
Misogyny, and its connection with VAWG, CT and national policing
Virtual via Microsoft Teams.
Based on his research argument "Misogyny – the Antechamber to Terror and Repression" and using case studies, Dr Sajjan M Gohel has drawn the connection between misogyny and terrorism, as well as how misogynistic policies are used by hostile state actors.
Misogyny is far more nuanced than just being a hatred of women. It is institutionalised, structured, regimented and organised by both terrorist groups and hostile state actors. Wherever we see the rights of women protected and civil liberty movements enhanced, we see a reduction in extremism and state-sponsored violence.
Conversely, when women's rights are degraded, we will witness extremism and hostile state actions intensify. It is very much interconnected and important to understand. Be it ISIS, al-Qaeda, the Taliban, Russia, Iran or China. Lastly, factoring in the dangerous emergence of Andrew Tate, organised misogyny is on the rise.
Tuesday 10 December 2024, 3-4:30pm
Effective leadership in a digital landscape
Virtual via Microsoft Teams.
Speaker: Mike Lattanzio, Chief Digital and Information Officer, Thames Valley Police
This presentation emphasises the critical role of technology in front line policing – covering the current concerns within policing leadership in navigating a complex digital landscape, and where we are in terms of maturity and capabilities.
Mike will demystify some of the common misconceptions, and provide examples of where digital transformation has been successful (or not), focusing on the key contributory factors.
Also to be covered are the essential skills that leaders must possess in order to adapt and embrace technological advancements, and how digital, data and technology, and business teams need to work together to succeed.
Lastly, the presentation will cover a small number of innovative technologies already in use in policing, providing a ‘good practise’ guide to aid successful delivery.
Tuesday 11 February 2025, 3-4:30pm
Enhancing investigative capacity and capability: strategic leadership for effective policing
Virtual via Microsoft Teams.
This essential webinar is designed specifically for chief officers, focusing on the pivotal role of strategic decision-making in improving the investigative capability and capacity of police forces. With critical insights from the 2023 guidance issued by the College of Policing and findings from PEEL and HMICFRS reports, this session will underscore the chief constable's responsibilities in shaping an effective investigative framework.
Join us as we discuss the strategic imperatives that define successful policing. We will examine how to align your vision with actionable strategies to enhance investigations, ensure sufficient capacity, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. The session will highlight best practices in building the necessary capacity within your force to tackle modern challenges head-on.
This webinar will equip chief constables and executive leaders with the tools and insights required to lead transformative change in their investigative practices, ensuring their forces are well-equipped to deliver justice effectively and efficiently.
SIRO Hydra exercise
Our one-day Hydra-facilitated events are extremely beneficial to those who currently perform the role of senior information risk owner (SIRO) or are likely to in the future.
Through immersive learning, the delegate is called upon to make decisions – and explain the rationale behind them – while managing an information breach scenario. The scenario explores the management of risk and provide opportunities for developing strategies for mitigating risk.
It also considers the role and remit of the SIRO, the need for strong information governance, and highlights the sources of information and support available. The scenarios are based on a real incident, and consequently, SIROs could be called upon to manage such an incident at any time.
Entry requirements
These Hydra exercises are for those who currently perform the role of SIRO or are likely to in the future, at deputy chief constable and assistant chief constable level or equivalent.
Future dates
The next exercise will run on 25 January 2025. Please contact: deliveryadmin@college.police.uk for more information.