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National Post
6 days ago
- General
- National Post
Chris Selley: Is Sir John A. Macdonald being set up for a fall?
All eyes will be on Toronto later this summer — or they should be, because it could be darkly hilarious. That's when Queen's Park undertakes a bold, interdisciplinary experiment in Canadian history, policing and law: The province is going to let Sir John A. Macdonald's statue out of the plywood prison it has inhabited for five years. The monument had been restored after previous vandalism, only to find itself in a box to prevent future vandalism. Article content Article content Article content It is possible, as National Post's Tristin Hopper argued this week, that we may be seeing the end of 'Canada's nationwide purge of historic figures and names' — at least by governments themselves. That'd be nice. But has anyone asked the yobbos who vandalize and tear down statues if they're done with the purge? Article content Article content 'How are you going to stop the same thing from happening all over again?' was among the questions reporters asked of the people in charge. The answer wasn't entirely convincing. Article content 'Legislative security will be keeping a close eye on it,' The Canadian Press assured us, based on speaker of the legislature Donna Skelly's remarks. Legislative security and the Ontario Provincial Police, who patrol the legislature grounds (with assistance from the Toronto Police Service), had better be keeping a close eye on it, because Skelly even invited the Macdonald-haters to come to the as-yet-unscheduled unveiling. Article content 'People have the right to protest here. As long as no one is hurt, and you don't break the rules or the law, you're welcome,' said Skelly (a Progressive Conservative MPP), before taking it even further: 'This is where you should be protesting.' Article content Article content Article content Article content Of course, it's unlikely anyone would try to splatter, behead or topple Macdonald during an official event. So one hopes the Queen's Park security aces at least have a camera or two trained on the statue, if not to actually prevent any vandalism then at least to apprehend and charge the offenders. Article content But then, this is a city where a certain traffic speed-enforcement camera has been taken down five times by vandals in six months — and in one case, subsequently thrown in a pond — and apparently no one has thought to install a camera that might record people doing it. We are not imaginative people. Article content Montreal police never found the gang that beheaded Macdonald's statue in Place du Canada in 2020; instead, the city just decided not to reinstall it, since it was constantly getting vandalized. Problem solved! Why waste police time over some old dead bronze guy? Article content In 2021, something calling itself an Indigenous Unity Rally hauled down the statue of Macdonald in Gore Park in Hamilton, Ont. City police investigated in earnest, by the sounds of it, and laid charges against a 56-year-old suspect. Then, prosecutors stayed the charges.
ITV News
21-05-2025
- ITV News
Southport survivor Leanne Lucas launches 'Let's be Blunt' campaign for ban on pointed knives
Leanne Lucas is calling for a ban on pointed knives and says 'we must continue to talk about knife crime' A yoga teacher who survived the Southport attack says "evil will not win", as she launches her campaign for safer knives. Leanne Lucas managed to get several children to safety in the attack at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in July 2024, despite being stabbed several times. Leanne has partnered with the Ben Kinsella Trust for the 'Let's be Blunt' campaign, calling for people to swap to blunted knives, instead of ones with pointed tips. The teacher is heading to Westminster to call on MPs to endorse the campaign, saying the damage and "misery she saw caused by knives must never be repeated". Speaking on ITV's Good Morning Britain, Leanne said she the horrific events in Southport "changed her life forever". Leanne was critically injured in the attack on 29 July 2024, and three children - Alice da Silva Aguiar, Elsie Dot Stancombe and Bebe King - were killed. She said she hasn't been able to use a kitchen knife since the attack. Leanne said: "I think being introduced to the blunt tip knives has been a step forward for me in my journey, as well as being able to speak about it publicly to help everybody else. "There has to be something that comes out of this, there has to be change." Patrick Green, from the Ben Kinsella Trust, said: "With blunted knives we're removing the opportunity, the impulsivity. "Blunted knives would make things safer for everyone, and it's something the public can adopt right now. "We don't need to wait for legislation, I expect a lot of people don't know that you can actually buy these knives now." The 'Let's be Blunt' campaign is being unveiled at a Knife Crime Awareness Week parliamentary reception on Wednesday, 21 May, where Leanne will speak alongside the Home Secretary Yvette Cooper and Policing Minister Dame Diana Johnson. Knife Crime Awareness Week, which runs from 19–25 May, is organised by the Ben Kinsella Trust, a knife crime prevention charity. Leanne told Good Morning Britain: "We can't change what happened. "But if we can do anything, so people don't feel the way I feel, the way the families feel, then we will continue to talk about this. "We need to talk about knife crime and how we can keep people safe. "If everyone plays a tiny part in tackling this, we can make a massive change."
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Bridging the Badge highlights ‘constitutional policing'
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Las Cruces Police Department's legal adviser Erik Scramlin will be the guest speaker during the next Bridging the Badge livestream scheduled for Tuesday, May 20. The Bridging the Badge livestream begins at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 20 and can be viewed on the Las Cruces Police Department's Facebook page and on the City of Las Cruces' YouTube channel. Scramlin will discuss 'What is Constitutional Policing and Why it Matters.' This episode of Bridging the Badge will focus on LCPD's goal of providing significant training in legal education and the importance of protecting civil rights while enforcing the law. Questions for LCPD and Scramlin can be left in the comments on LCPD's Facebook page. Bridging the Badge programs are intended to promote understanding, collaboration, and informed dialogue on topics important to residents of Las Cruces, the Las Cruces Police said. Each livestream is anticipated to last about one hour. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Mid East Info
15-05-2025
- Mid East Info
Strategic Participation of Rabdan Academy in the World Police Summit: Advanced Expertise and Global Dialogue on the Future of Security
Innovative Educational Approach & Real-World Experiences Shape the Future of Security Work Rabdan Security and Defence Institute hosts international panel on building trust between police and communities Academy showcases immersive virtual reality experience in criminal investigation training Global interest in Rabdan Academy's integrated academic and vocational education model Abu Dhabi – UAE, May 2025: Rabdan Academy, a global leader in safety, security, defence, emergency preparedness and crisis management, concluded its strategic participation in the 4th edition of the World Police Summit, held under the theme 'Shaping the Future of Policing.' Over the course of three impactful days, the Academy contributed thought leadership, cutting-edge solutions, and future-focused discussions. H.E. James Morse, President of Rabdan Academy, stated: 'Our participation in the World Police Summit reflects our firm commitment to advancing modern policing concepts and exchanging expertise with leading global institutions. We strongly believe that building trust between law enforcement agencies and communities starts with high-quality education and training — a principle embedded in all our academic and vocational programs.' Future-Oriented Education in Line with the Fifth Industrial Revolution: At its dedicated booth, the Academy presented a comprehensive showcase of its distinguished academic programs and advanced technologies aligned with the principles of the Fifth Industrial Revolution. These offerings are designed to meet the evolving demands of the security sector. Featured programs included: Master of Science in Policing and Security Leadership, Bachelor of Science in Policing and Security, Bachelor of Science in Defence and Security, and Crime Scene Program. Virtual Reality Transforms Policing Education: Rabdan Academy introduced a pioneering virtual reality (VR) experience in the field of criminal investigation training, presented by Dr. Omer Ali Saifudeen, Assistant Dean for Graduate Studies, and Prof. Dr. Jaco Barkhuizen, Chair of the Policing & Security Program. They demonstrated how immersive digital simulations can replicate multiple types of crime scenes, providing students with realistic scenarios that enhance their investigative and practical skills. Visitors to the Academy's booth were invited to engage with this technology firsthand, which garnered strong interest from international delegations and law enforcement institutions, fostering opportunities for global knowledge exchange. International Panel on Building Community Trust: On the sidelines of the summit, the Rabdan Security and Defence Institute (RSDI) hosted a high-level panel discussion titled 'Building Community Trust in Security Institutions – Policing Models from the Gulf and Beyond.' Moderated by Dr. Wan Zokhri bin Wan Idris, RSDI's Interim Manager, the panel featured distinguished experts from Rabdan Academy: Prof. Dr. Jaco Barkhuizen, Chair of the Policing & Security Program, Dr. Omer Ali Saifudeen, Assistant Dean for Graduate Studies, and Dr. Eric Halford, Associate Researcher and Associate Professor. The discussion highlighted successful international case studies and pioneering approaches to fostering trust between law enforcement agencies and the public, drawing on experiences from the UAE, the United Kingdom, Singapore, Scandinavia, and South Africa. Global Interest in Rabdan's Dual Education Model: Rabdan Academy's globally unique model of integrated academic and vocational education attracted significant interest from international delegations and institutions. The Academy offers flexible, short-term professional development courses aligned with the UAE National Qualifications Framework and global professional standards. These are integrated with its academic programs (Diploma, Bachelor's, and Master's), all focused on the same specialized sectors: safety, security, defence, emergency preparedness and crisis management. The Academy's Vocational Education team emphasized that these programs are designed to meet the functional and operational needs of specific roles. They combine theoretical and applied knowledge through advanced field training programs, ensuring graduates are well-equipped for real-world challenges. About Rabdan Academy: Rabdan Academy is a government-owned world-class education institution established to coordinate and enhance learning outcomes for organisations and individuals in the Safety, Security, Defence, Emergency Preparedness and Crisis Management (SSDEC) Sectors. The Academy was officially established under Law No. 7 for 2013, issued by the late Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan and is accredited by the UAE's Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the Ministry of Education. The Academy is the world's first higher education institution specializing in the SSDEC domain to achieve a top '5-Star' rating in six key categories of the QS Stars University Rating System: Teaching, Facilities, Employability, Global Engagement, Academic Development, and Good Governance. As a unique institution, the Academy provides learning in a dual approach, combining academic and vocational education in one place, whilst recognising prior learning and experience and providing accredited and transferable credit from course to course and job to job.
Dubai Eye
13-05-2025
- Dubai Eye
Global security experts meet in Dubai to shape future of policing
Top law enforcement officials, policymakers and security experts have gathered in Dubai for the World Police Summit. The event tackles pressing global security issues, from cybersecurity and organised crime to artificial intelligence in policing and community safety. It aims to strengthen international cooperation and promote the sharing of best practices among police forces worldwide. With more than 300 international speakers on the agenda, organisers are expecting a 25 percent rise in attendance compared to last year. The summit runs until May 15 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, under the theme Beyond the Badge: Envision the Next Era of Policing. The World Police Summit 2025 brings together leading law enforcement agencies and over 250 international exhibitors in a global forum dedicated to shaping the future of security and safety. The summit fosters strategic dialogue and collaborative solutions, paving the way toward a… — Dubai Policeشرطة دبي (@DubaiPoliceHQ) May 13, 2025
