Useful websites

British Transport Police are responsible for ensuring safety and security on public railways across Great Britain.

Specialised force in policing civil nuclear sites and material across the UK. Work closely with nuclear site operators.

The professional body for policing staff in England and Wales.

The College of Policing’s Crime Reduction Toolkit summarises evidence on what works to reduce crime. It includes the impact of different interventions on crime, how and where interventions work, how to implement the interventions and their cost.

Information and guidance about crime and prosecution in the UK.

Non Departmental Public Body who protects vulnerable and exploited workers. Investigates reports of worker exploitation and illegal activity such as human trafficking, forced labour and illegal labour provision, as well as offences under the National Minimum Wage and Employment Agencies Acts.

Crime, Justice and Law statistics from across UK government departments.

A division of the Home Office responsible for enforcing immigration laws.

Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) oversees the police complaints system in England and Wales. Decision and outcomes of investigations are given.

Polices Ministry of Defence properties, military facilities, bases and assets across the UK.

The NCA leads organised crime investigations across the UK and has national jurisdiction. They target serious and organised crime, cybercrime, economic crime, etc.

National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) brings UK police leaders together to set direction in policing and drive progress for the public. the website gives an overview of its key projects and publications, including Policing Vision 2030.

Multi agency unit that investigates wildlife crime like illegal trading, poaching, and habitat destruction.

Find statistics by area. Includes employment, housing, education, health and crime

Territorial police forces serve districts/counties in England and Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. These handle general law enforcement, investigations, patrols, traffic enforcement, etc.

A searchable database of UK government publications including research, statistics, policy documents and more.

Information and advice from the UK charity supporting victims of crime.

West Yorkshire Combined Authority works in partnership with Local Authorities, West Yorkshire Police, business and a network of suppliers and partners. For policing, this helps to make police answerable to the communities they serve, provides more transparent accountability, and ensures there is a unified approach to preventing and reducing crime. Other functions include supporting victims of crime, reducing reoffending, and supporting community safety and cohesion.

Information about the role of West Yorkshire Police, including how they work, their policies, procedures, standards and values.

Information and statistics from the Youth Justice Board for England and Wales.