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BBC News
3 days ago
- General
- BBC News
Surrey Police vetting requires improvement
The vetting procedures at Surrey Police have been rated as "requires improvement" by force has been criticised over delays in vetting new applicants and serving findings are in a report into vetting, professional standards and counter corruption published by His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) on Police said it fully accepted the findings in the report and recognised there were "significant areas for improvement highlighted". At the time of the inspection, there were 1,178 applications waiting to be processed, meaning more than 160 people are in posts for which they have not undergone full vetting, the report force was also told to improve the monitoring of its computer equipment, with staffing levels in its anti-corruption unit not able to meet demand, and so not able to proactively look for force was judged as good on its ability to tackle potential Wilsher, a member of the inspection team, said his concerns were not "too great"."A number of the things Surrey need to do, extra training, some extra capacity, better paperwork in their decision making, are things they can put right very quickly, and I'm confident they will," he said. 'Working hard' Dep Ch Con Tanya Jones said the force welcomed the report."When police officers, police staff, or volunteers, are involved in misconduct or criminality, it has a direct impact on public trust and confidence and, in turn, our legitimacy to fight crime, protect people, and be there for everyone who needs us," she said."While it is positive that the HMICFRS identified good practice, particularly in our ability to tackle potential corruption, we fully accept the findings in the report and recognise there are significant areas for improvement highlighted."We are working hard on improving these areas, with advancements already being made since the inspection. We will prioritise these recommendations, make the necessary improvements and be transparent about our progress with our people, and the public."
Irish Independent
07-05-2025
- Science
- Irish Independent
New tertiary degrees available in Laois for upcoming academic year
Tertiary degrees are not based on a points system, and provide enhanced access for people of all ages to earn a Bachelor's Degree, with no tuition fees for the first one to two years. There will be a Bachelor of Science (Honours), Bachelor of Business (Honours), and Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Software Development all available at the Laois and Offaly Education and Training Board (LOETB) (Portlaoise Institute). All three degrees will provide a seamless transition into year two at the South East Technological University's (SETU) Carlow campus. Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, James Lawless announced the third round of degree programmes. 'These initiatives are giving more students than ever the chance to pursue their ambitions without being tied down by the CAO points race,' he said. 'I understand that many young people feel anxious about their educational future, worrying each year if their Leaving Certificate results will be enough to get into the course they want. 'These programmes ensure that your exam results won't limit your options. If you're willing to study and work hard, there's a path for you in tertiary education,' the minister added. Tertiary Bachelors' Degrees were first open to applicants for the 2023/2024 academic year. There were 13 programmes in the first year. That has almost trebled for 2025/2026 with 38 programmes nationwide, across business, ICT, arts, engineering, social sciences, early learning and care, agricultural science, sport, manufacturing and construction, and health and welfare. Deputy director of the National Tertiary Office, Tanya Jones said: 'There are no compromises; students earn the same Bachelor's Degree, it's just a different route. 'Options and demand are increasing year on year, demonstrating the need for and importance of a more accessible route like the one presented by tertiary Bachelors' Degrees.'
