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David Blunkett: police leadership needs radical reform to give people the protection they deserve

David Blunkett: police leadership needs radical reform to give people the protection they deserve

A third of police forces across England and Wales are judged by the inspectorate as “inadequate” or “requiring improvement”.

yesterday 9

The Conversation

David Blunkett

You’ve heard the king’s speech – but I think a better one might run like this

While I welcome many measures in the king’s speech, an alternative might look something like this. My lords, and members of the Commons: my...

14.05.2026 10

The Guardian

David Blunkett

ID cards are an idea whose time has finally come

The case for introducing digital authentication has become irresistible

06.09.2025 10

Financial Times

David Blunkett

Don't let 16-year-olds vote without these changes to education

17.07.2025 20

iNews

David Blunkett