We are seeking a Data Engineer to support the development, maintenance, and optimisation of the Force’s Microsoft Power BI estate. This role plays a key part in strengthening our data visualisation capability and ensuring reliable, high‑quality business intelligence that supports decision‑making across the Forc Role Type Police Staff Contract Duration Permanent Contract Type Full Time Location Headquarters, […]
We are seeking a Power BI Developer to support the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of our Microsoft Power BI environment. This is an exciting opportunity to transform complex data into meaningful insights, helping to inform decision-making and support organisational performance. Working closely with stakeholders, data engineers, and performance teams, you will develop innovative business intelligence solutions […]
We are seeking a visionary and strategic Head of Digital and Data Solutions to join Lincolnshire Police’s Digital and Data Directorate (DaDD) Senior Leadership Team. Reporting directly to the Chief Technology and Information Officer (CTIO), you will lead the Force’s digital and data agenda, driving innovation, transformation and the delivery of our Digital and Data Strategy. As […]
We are seeking a Database Administrator to play a key role within our Database team, where you’ll be a part of our Infrastructure and Operations team, working closely with all aspects of the Digital and Data Directorate such as servers, networks, developers and analysts. The Database Administrator will be a highly skilled individual, with responsibility for the […]
We are seeking a Senior Solutions Developer to join our Digital Strategy team and play a key role in designing, developing and maintaining critical systems that support policing services. Working closely with business stakeholders, analysts, developers and database administrators, you will help deliver high-quality digital solutions that are secure, accessible and aligned with organisational needs. This […]
We’re incredibly proud to share that PDS has been shortlisted for two awards at the Women in Tech Employer Awards 2026. The shortlisted categories are Best Employer for Parental Support and Best Employer (251 – 1,000 employees). This recognition reflects our commitment to creating an inclusive, supportive and empowering workplace where people can thrive, grow […]
The Police Digital Service (PDS) joined leaders joined leaders from across policing, justice and industry to explore how technology, collaboration and innovation can drive meaningful change across the sector. Discussions at the Modernising Criminal Justice Conference in London, focused on how the system can move from strategy into delivery – creating more connected, efficient and […]
Three years ago, on 1 April 2023, TecSAFE officially transitioned into the Police Digital Service (PDS). Since then, TecSAFE has operated 24/7, 365 days a year, directly supporting vulnerable people facing domestic abuse, stalking, harassment, honour‑based abuse and other high‑harm situations. Built around lived experience, frontline insight and rigorous technical assurance, TecSAFE gives victims a discreet, direct route to police support and provides forces with real‑time intelligence to inform rapid and effective […]
The Police Digital Service (PDS) ran its first series of training courses aimed at information security professionals at its Wigan HQ last week. The course focused primarily on information security officers (ISOs), but also other aligned security professionals. The objective being to increase skills to assist in protecting organisations from cyber risks, threats and attacks […]
The National Police Capabilities Environment (NPCE) has reached full operating capability, with the programme formally closing following successful delivery and assurance in April 2026. Developed by the Police Digital Service (PDS), the NPCE is now transitioning into business as usual, overseen by a dedicated product manager. This ensures continuity, ongoing enhancements and a clear onboarding […]
Ricky Hodgson, Enterprise Architecture Team Lead for the Police Digital Service (PDS) explains the benefits to policing of joining an international consortium on technology standards. When people think about policing, they tend to think about what happens on the frontline: officers responding to incidents, investigations progressing at pace, staff protecting vulnerable people and forces working […]
Huge congratulations to our colleagues Rhiannon Rees, director of audit, risk, and compliance for our cyber services and Jennifer Roderick, strategic cyber threat intelligence lead. We’re delighted to share that both Rhiannon and Jennifer have been nominated at the Women in Tech Excellence Awards 2026, in the Individual Nominees category. This is a fantastic and […]
More than 250 officers and leaders from across response policing came together this week at the Response Policing Conference to reflect on the shared challenges facing frontline policing and the opportunities to strengthen response services across the UK and Crown Dependencies. The conference was led by the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) Lead for […]
Stalking Awareness Week is an important reminder of the scale and severity of stalking across the UK and why early intervention matters. According to the latest Crime Survey for England and Wales, in the year ending March 2025: 1.4 million people were victims of stalking. Stalking disproportionately affects women, with 1 in 5 having experienced it since age […]
PDS has created a UK Police IT Vacancies portal a single, easy‑to‑use place where people can view some of the most important digital and technology jobs across UK policing. The portal supports delivery of the National Policing Digital Strategy, which PDS helps coordinate on behalf of UK policing and the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC). […]
The National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) has officially opened nominations for the Innovation and Digital Awards 2026, celebrating exceptional individuals and teams across forces who are embracing technology and digital excellence to improve policing and enhance public safety. Nominations are open until 31 May and will be judged by representatives from the NPCC, Office of the Police Chief Scientific Adviser, Police Digital Service and NPCC partner techUK. To […]
