The NBPA Vision
The National Black Police Association (NBPA) will work in the interests of the UK police services and be an integral partner to ensure equitable service for all, and for the Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) staff who we represent.
We will also advocate the needs and expectations of BME communities by delivering and supporting strategies and initiatives which have a positive impact on all.Twitter: NBPAUK
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Mission
The National Black Police Association seeks to improve the working environment of Black staff by protecting the rights of those employed within the Police Service and to enhance racial harmony and the quality of service to the Black community of the United Kingdom.
LATEST NEWS
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NBPA submission to Home Affairs Committee on August 2011 riots
Posted on 12/01/2012 | No Commentshttp://www.publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm201012/cmselect/cmhaff/1456/1456vw07.htm Summary - Trust and confidence is again a critical issue in police and community relationships. The police service needs to maintain a corporate memory which will prevent history repeating itself. It is absolutely crucial that information provided by the police service and partner agencies is accurate and timely. Community Cohesion (CoCo) needs to be a crucial component of the policing lexicon with policies which support the ethos of CoCo. Phrases such as “Zero tolerance” should be avoided unless it is part of a specific strategy that has been appropriately consulted on, agreed and resourced. Specialists from outside of UK... -
Message to the Home Secretary – response to Lawrence verdict
Posted on 05/01/2012 | No CommentsHome Secretary Rt Hon Theresa May MP, In light of the historic conclusion to the trial of two men for the murder of Stephen Lawrence and the public reaction to these developments particularly the black community, furthermore, in light of recent Statistics on Race and the Criminal Justice System. May I respectfully suggest that thirteen years on, a window of opportunity is now open to the Police Service to examine it’s response to the MacPherson Lawrence 70 Recommendations. I think it would go a long way towards turning this chapter in a dreadful history if you were to use your... -
Message to ACPO President – response to Lawrence verdict
Posted on 05/01/2012 | No CommentsACPO President Sir Hugh Orde, In light of the historic conclusion to the trial of two men for the murder of Stephen Lawrence and the public reaction to these developments particularly the black community. I would respectfully suggest that thirteen years on, a window of opportunity is now wide open to the Police Service to examine its response to the MacPherson Lawrence 70 Recommendations and that you use your good offices to urgently draw this to the attention of all (ACPO) Chief Officers. Charles Crichlow, NBPA President -
Guilty Verdicts: NBPA pay tribute to the Lawrence family
Posted on 03/01/2012 | No CommentsThe National Black Police Association pay tribute to the family of Stephen Lawrence at the conclusion of what has been a long and extraordinary struggle for justice. NBPA President Charles Crichlow said’ “These Guilty Verdicts represent a triumph for the Lawrence Family’s determination and despite the failings of the initial police investigation they represent also a triumph of justice” -
HMIC Report – Without Fear or Favour
Posted on 31/12/2011 | No CommentsWithout fear or favour HMIC A review of police relationships
