Daily Policing Media Summary

The Independent reports that the UK is a ‘powder keg’ of social tensions which could ignite again, according to a new report. Sir Sajid Javid and former Labour MP Jon Cruddas, who are chairing the new Independent Commission on Community and Cohesion, said the report shows ‘clear evidence’ that societal bonds are under growing pressure.

BBC reports that Constance Marten and Mark Gordon have been found guilty of gross negligence manslaughter over their baby's death in 2023 (widespread coverage).

The Guardian reports that the government is not learning lessons from deaths of domestic abuse victims, according to a new report from the Domestic Abuse Commissioner. An examination into how the government learns lessons from the deaths of domestic abuse victims found that half of the national recommendations made in domestic homicide reviews are not put into action, with only a quarter fully implemented.

The Guardian reports that secondary school pupils in England are to be taught about incel culture and the links between pornography and misogyny as part of statutory government guidance due to be published today.

Police Professional reports that Donna Jones, PCC for Hampshire and Isle of Wight, has announced an independent review of professional standards following the recent deaths of two officers under investigation.