Our News June 2026

Welcome to our second June newsletter.
First, I must apologise for accidentally labelling our last newsletter as an April edition. I’m so sorry for any confusion, it was human error. It is very embarrassing, and I’ll do my best to make sure it doesn’t happen again. I’d like to think the mistake serves as a reminder that this newsletter is written by a real (and slightly flawed) person, not an AI robot - but I suspect not!
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We’re sharing a second newsletter this month because a whopping 75% of responders to our poll said they’d prefer a shorter, more frequent format. Please do let me know what you think.

Highlights

• Antisocial Behaviour (ASB) Awareness Week events and resources
• PoliceAI launch
• Neighbourhood Watch Week round-up

Antisocial Behaviour (ASB) Awareness Week webinars 

ASB Awareness Week 2026 takes place from Monday 29 June to Sunday 5 July across the UK. It highlights the impact of antisocial behaviour.  We are hosting two webinars to provide some practical advice on what to do if you, or your neighbours, are having issues. 

• ASB reviews with Mark Johnson
  You may be aware of recent changes in the law relating to ASB and the process for requesting a review of your case. Mark Johnson from the charity ASB Help will host a session on best practice. Monday 29 June, 10–11am, Online. Register here.
• Reporting ASB is everyone’s business with John Hayward-Cripps
  It can really help to know where and how to report ASB. Join our Chief Executive, John Hayward-Cripps to learn more about reporting ASB. Tuesday 30 June, 2–3pm, Online. Register here. 

We also have information and resources, including an ASB diary and a downloadable guide, on our website. 

Report, reduce and prevent domestic abuse during the World Cup

Did you know that reports of domestic abuse increase by 38% when England lose a match? Even in the event of a win, there is still a 26% increase. Alcohol Concern Cymru has also pointed to evidence from police which shows a link between major sporting occasions, heavy drinking and a surge in reports of abuse.
Events like the World Cup should bring people together, but this data shows we need to look out for vulnerable families. Crimestoppers is encouraging everyone to call time on abuse, recognise the signs, and report anonymously. Find out more. 

PoliceAI launched
A new national centre, PoliceAI, has been launched to develop and scale artificial intelligence in policing. The centre will work across all forces to identify, test and scale AI tools. Trials have demonstrated its potential, for example, 800 hours of footage in a kidnapping case were reviewed in just 3 hours, helping to secure an early guilty plea. Read the full story on our website.