The Police Digital Service (PDS) is proud to announce that Kate Boyle, Head of Data and Analytics Services, has been named in the prestigious Women in Data®’s Twenty in Data & Technology list for 2024. This recognition honours exceptional women role models who are making significant contributions to the data and technology sector. Kate is […]
With Home Office funding, the Police Digital Service (PDS) has delivered a multi-supplier national commercial framework of suppliers that forces can access to procure automated text redaction tools to improve police efficiency and support investigations in all crime types. Approved by the National Police Chiefs’ Council, the tools will enable the administrative task of text […]
The Police Digital Summit 2024 is shaping up to be the biggest and most impactful event yet, bringing together the UK’s leading figures in law enforcement, technology, and data on September 11th-13th in Brighton. Building on the success of the 2023 edition, the 2024 Summit offers a unique platform for: Open discussion: Fostering collaboration between the […]
The Police Digital Service (PDS) is proud to be featured in the Tech Talent Charter’s “Overcoming The Motherhood Penalty” report, highlighting its commitment to inclusivity and support for parents in the workplace. The report showcases PDS’s exemplary parental leave policies and their positive impact on employees like PMO Planning Resource Officer, Will Taylor. Will said: […]
The Police Digital Service’s National Management Centre (NMC) has been awarded a National Cybercrime Programme Chief Superintendent’s Commendation for its outstanding role in protecting UK law enforcement against cyber threats. The award was presented at the annual National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) National Cybercrime Programme, Commissioners, and Chief Superintendents’ Awards. Operating since 2019, the NMC […]
We are delighted to announce the eagerly awaited return of the Police Digital Summit, set to take place in Brighton from 11th to 13th September 2024, this year’s Summit promises to be the biggest and best yet. The Police Digital Summit, is the must-attend annual policing technology event, bringing together sector specialists and industry experts from […]
Kath Stephenson has been appointed Director of People Services at Police Digital Service (PDS), the organisation responsible for enabling UK policing to safely harness technology to improve public safety. Formerly Head of People & Culture at HF Holidays in Cumbria, Kath joined PDS in September 2022 as Head of HR, and has played an integral […]
Humberside Police has successfully implemented a pioneering collaboration with artificial intelligence (AI) technology to revolutionise contact centre systems, with the proof of concept focusing on domestic abuse calls. Funded by the Police Digital Service (PDS) and the Office of Policing Chief Scientific Adviser (OPCSA), this innovative project marks a significant step forward in modern policing […]
Last week, the Police Digital Service (PDS) hosted its inaugural-staff event. As a largely remote organisation it offered a unique opportunity to bring over 200 employees together in person, with most meeting for the very first time. The mission:The summit wasn’t just another gathering; it was a mission-driven event aimed at uniting our incredible staff […]
The second in a series of Innovation Today events hosted by the Police Digital Service will take place in January in Merseyside. The event will bring together police forces from across the UK to hear about the latest cutting-edge digital solutions that are transforming policing and making a tangible difference to police officers and victims […]
In a significant move aimed at bolstering the fight against rape and serious sexual offenses (RASSO), the Police Digital Service (PDS) announces the successful implementation of the Rape Review Response Project Tech Uplift 2 (RRRP2). This initiative, backed by a substantial £4m funding from the Home Office, signifies a crucial stride in enhancing the digital […]
The Minister for Crime, Policing and Fire, Chris Philp MP heaped praise on the Police Digital Service (PDS) at the Police Digital Summit, acknowledging the important role that PDS plays in the policing community. Addressing an audience of over 500 policing leaders and tech industry experts, Minister Philp MP, said: “The adoption of innovative technology […]
The Police Digital Service (PDS) and the National Police Technology Council (NPTC) today announced that the Rt Hon Chris Philp MP, Minister for Crime, Policing and Fire, will be addressing delegates at the third annual Police Digital Summit in Brighton this week. The event, co-hosted by PDS and NPTC, is set to be the biggest […]
The Police Digital Summit, co-hosted by the Police Digital Service (PDS) and the National Police Technology Council (NPTC) brings together professionals and experts from law enforcement agencies, technology providers, and government bodies to discuss and explore the latest advancements in digital solutions for policing. This year’s theme is ‘Stimulating the Future’ which will offer a unique […]
Police Digital Service has achieved accreditation against ISO 27001 – the international standard on information security management – as independently assured by an external accreditation body. This is a globally recognised benchmark of good practice and covers all organisational, physical and technical controls involved in an organisation’s information risk management processes. PDS adopted the ISO […]
We recently hosted the Police Digital Summit 2022; one of the most popular events in the police digital, data and technology calendar. Achieving outcomes together is a two-day event and the theme of the 2022 summit maintains a laser focus on the National Policing Digital Strategy and the ability to develop and deliver common solutions together that […]
